Transportation and Logistics Support

This contract involves the daily transportation of government-furnished seedlings from the Detroit Ranger Station cooler to various remote planting sites, as well as the return of any unused stock. The service provider is responsible for ensuring that the seedlings are protected from environmental stress and damage throughout the transport process, maintaining their viability for planting. Designated as a subcontract and set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside program, this opportunity falls under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 484220, which covers specialized freight trucking. The contract is managed by the Forest Service within the Department of Agriculture, with the primary place of performance centered in Detroit. This logistical support effort is crucial in facilitating timely and secure delivery of seedlings to support forestry management and reforestation initiatives.