Steep Slope Logging and Forwarding

This contract pertains to specialized logging operations on steep terrain using cut-and-forward methods, with an emphasis on non-commercial thinning that minimizes soil disturbance. The work is focused on sustainable forest management practices that prioritize environmental protection while enabling responsible timber harvesting. Operations must be conducted with equipment and techniques suited to challenging topography, ensuring minimal ecological impact and adherence to land stewardship standards. The contract is classified as a subcontract under a Small Business Set Aside, specifically reserved for small businesses, and falls under NAICS code 238990 for other specialty trade contractors. It is administered by the Stewardship Contracting Branch of the USDA Forest Service, with performance centered in Salida, Colorado, area code 81201. Responses are due by September 8, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on August 6, 2026. The contracting entity is part of the Department of Agriculture, and all work must align with federal land management objectives related to ecological health and forest resilience.