Supply of Rigid Photodegradable Seedling Protector Tubes

This contract involves the supply of 100,000 rigid diamond mesh seedling protector tubes that are photodegradable, intended to shield young trees while naturally degrading over time. The procurement is being conducted by the Tonto National Forest under the Department of Agriculture, with a focus on environmentally friendly materials that support reforestation and conservation efforts. The tubes are designed to balance durability for protecting seedlings with the sustainability benefit of breaking down without causing long-term environmental harm. The contract is categorized as a subcontract and is set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA program (FAR 19.5), encouraging participation from qualifying firms. The applicable NAICS code is 326199, relating to plastics product manufacturing, indicating the specialized nature of the product. The solicitation was posted on May 18, 2026, with responses due by June 1, 2026. The place of performance is indicated by the zip code 85224, and further details can be accessed through the official procurement workspace link provided by the government.