Right of Way (ROW) Orchard Tree Work (Project ID 230402), Western Area Power Administration, Sierra Nevada Region

The Western Area Power Administration, under the Department of Energy, has forecasted a right-of-way tree work project focused on orchard trees in Colorado, identified by Project ID 230402. This effort is aimed at maintaining transmission corridor safety and reliability by managing vegetation growth that could interfere with power lines, specifically targeting orchard trees within the designated right-of-way areas. The work will likely involve pruning, removal, or other vegetation control measures to ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and prevent outages caused by tree contact. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 115112, which pertains to support activities for crop production, indicating the contract may involve specialized agricultural or horticultural expertise alongside standard right-of-way management practices. The project is designated as a set-aside for other types of small business participation, signaling an intent to encourage small business involvement without specifying a particular socioeconomic category. Contact for inquiries is provided through two Small Business Program Managers at WAPA, with email addresses listed for coordination and support. Although the solicitation has not yet been issued, the forecast date of August 10, 2026, suggests this is a planned action for future bidding, and interested parties should monitor official channels for the formal request for proposals.