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Seed Orchard Design and Planting Implementation

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Response Deadline09/16/2026, 03:59:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract with the Department of Agriculture, specifically Csa East 8 Usda-Fs, focuses on the design and implementation of disease-resistant seed orchards for prime contractors on USDA Forest Service projects. The scope of work includes designing orchards for genetic diversity, coordinating tree planting within the Chippewa National Forest in Minnesota, and executing necessary tree marking and removals. The contractor is expected to utilize specialized orchard design software and planting equipment to deliver finalized planting plans and established seed orchards. The opportunity is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 115310. It was posted on August 25, 2026, with a response deadline of September 16, 2026.

General Info

USDA subcontract for designing and implementing disease-resistant seed orchards in Chippewa National Forest.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → Csa East 8 Usda-FsView Agency

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for ForestryView NAICS

Place of Performance

GA, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of 12444726Q0074.

The full solicitation package (7 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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American Elm Seed Orchards, Resistance Trials, and Synthesis

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PostedAug 25

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Response DeadlineSep 16

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09/16/2026, 03:59:00 AM UTCin 9 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Csa East 8 Usda-Fs

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Plans and implements the establishment and conversion of disease-resistant seed orchards for prime contractors on USDA Forest Service projects. Designs orchards for genetic diversity, coordinates tree planting at Chippewa National Forest (MN), and executes tree removals and marking. Uses orchard design software and planting equipment. Delivers established seed orchards and planting plans.

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