Subsoiling and Soil Treatment Services

The contract involves providing mechanical subsoiling and soil treatment services over approximately 46.6 base acres, with an option to extend work to an additional 13.5 acres. The objective of this work is to improve soil conditions to support the restoration of whitebark pine and to reduce fuel loads, enhancing both vegetation health and fire management efforts. This subcontract opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 213112, focusing on site preparation services. The solicitation is issued by the Deschutes National Forest, part of the Department of Agriculture, with the work to be performed near Bend, Oregon (ZIP code 97701). The proposal submission deadline is June 17, 2026. The contract emphasizes partnering with small businesses capable of delivering specialized mechanical soil treatments aimed at promoting forest restoration and reducing wildfire risks in the designated area.