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US Forest Service Tusquitee Ranger District Road Maintenance

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AG-4568-S-17-0012Federal

Submission Closed06/26/2017, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 115310

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Hazardous Fuels Reduction ServicesThis subcontract for Hazardous Fuels Reduction Services involves performing vegetation treatment for prime contractors on USDA Forest Service Landscape Scale Restoration projects. The primary objective is to reduce fuel loads through vegetation thinning and the implementation of prescribed burns, utilizing specialized equipment such as chainsaws, masticators, and ignition tools. The ultimate deliverable is the completion of treated acreage where hazardous fuels have been successfully reduced. Qualified personnel must hold Prescribed Burn certifications and strictly adhere to all Forest Service wildland fire safety standards. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 115310 and is associated with the Department of Agriculture. Interested parties should note the response deadline of January 26, 2027.

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Secure Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Supply and OperationThis subcontract involves the supply and operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems for prime contractors supporting USDA Forest Service Landscape Scale Restoration projects. The selected provider is responsible for collecting positional, audio, and video data using hardware that strictly adheres to Section 1829 and OMB M-26-02 security requirements. To ensure data integrity and security, the contractor must comply with NIST SP 800-63-4, NIST SP 1800-5, and FIPS 199 standards, specifically implementing encryption at rest and remote wipe capabilities. The final deliverables include the secure transmission of aerial data and the provision of compliant UAS hardware.

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Landscape Scale Restoration Grant Program for Tribes

Solicitation # USDA-FS-2026-LSR-TRIBAL

The Landscape Scale Restoration Grant Program for Tribes, solicitation USDA-FS-2026-LSR-TRIBAL, is a competitive funding opportunity administered by the USDA Forest Service. The program supports collaborative, science-based forest restoration projects on rural non-industrial private forest land, rural state or local government forest land, and Indian trust or fee lands. Projects must align with a science-based restoration strategy, such as a Tribal Forest Plan, and focus on reducing wildfire risk, improving fish and wildlife habitats, maintaining water quality, or mitigating invasive plants, insects, and disease. Total program funding is 1.26 million dollars, with individual awards ranging from 100,000 to 300,000 dollars. A mandatory 1:1 non-Federal cost-share match is required for all grant recipients. Applications must be submitted via email to [email hidden] by January 26, 2027. Required documentation includes a project narrative limited to five pages, a detailed budget spreadsheet, and a valid Unique Entity Identifier from SAM.gov. Projects involving equipment purchases must submit form FS 1500-34, and all applicants must undergo a risk assessment and submit a financial capability questionnaire prior to award. The evaluation process is based on a 100-point scale focusing on deliverables, goals, strategy integration, and sustainability. Awarded projects must be completed within three years, with possible extensions up to five years. Performance is measured by quantitative outcomes in hazardous fuels management, invasive plant treatment, or insect and disease management.

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Landscape Scale Restoration Grant Program for Non-Federal Lands

Solicitation # USDA-FS-2026-LSR

The Forest Service is offering the Landscape Scale Restoration (LSR) Grant Program for Non-Federal Lands under solicitation USDA-FS-2026-LSR to support collaborative, science-based restoration of priority forest landscapes. The program focuses on reducing wildfire risk, improving fish and wildlife habitats, maintaining water quality and watershed function, and mitigating invasive plants, insects, and disease. Eligible projects must be conducted on rural non-industrial private forest land or rural state and local government forest land, where rural is defined as areas outside Census places with more than 50,000 people. All applications, except those from federally recognized Tribes and Tribal organizations, require sponsorship from the relevant State Forester. Funding is provided through a competitive process with a total program funding of 11,340,000 dollars and an expected 30 awards. Individual awards range from a minimum of 100,000 dollars to a maximum of 300,000 dollars for single-state projects and 600,000 dollars for multi-state projects. A 1:1 non-federal cost share match is required. The period of performance is three years, with a possible two-year extension, not to exceed five years in total. Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov and provide a Unique Entity Identifier. Awards are determined by a ranked project list based on a 100-point scoring system, evaluating factors such as goals and objectives, integration with State Forest Action Plans, cross-boundary collaboration, and sustainability of outcomes. Before awarding funds, the Forest Service conducts a risk assessment based on financial stability and performance history, requiring the submission of a Financial Capability Questionnaire. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov by January 26, 2027.

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San Poil Forest, Louie Creek

Solicitation # LoisCreen2026.pdf

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Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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San Poil Forest, 3 commercial thinning contracts

Solicitation # thinningcontract2026.pdf

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Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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San Poil Forest, 4 PreCommercial thinning contrats, 21 Mile area

Solicitation # SanpoilForest2026Oct29.pdf

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Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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San Poil Forest, McAllister Creek PCT Highway 21 Blocks 2027

Solicitation # McAllister-Creek-PCT-Highway-21-Blocks-2027.pdf

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, through San Poil Forest Development, is soliciting bids for pre-commercial thinning services across two units in the McAllister Creek logging area on the Colville Indian Reservation. The project encompasses a total of 23.77 acres, specifically Unit 313-040 (10.33 acres) and Unit 313-035 (13.44 acres). The scope of work requires the contractor to identify and maintain desirable crop trees by removing competing trees and shrubs, including brush and hardwoods within a four-foot radius of leave trees. Performance standards include strict stump height limits of less than five inches, a maximum slash height of 24 inches, and specific bucking requirements for Ponderosa pine cut between January 1st and July 31st. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope labeled McAllister Creek PCT 2027 by 4:00pm on November 17, 2026. A complete bid package must include a bid sheet, bid evaluation form, contractor's work plan, TERO compliance and utilization form, and a certification regarding debarment, suspension, and responsibility. Payment is based on a bid price per acre for accepted acreage, with 20 percent of each payment held back until final acceptance. Contractors must provide proof of liability insurance and adhere to TERO Title X compliance and TOSHA safety regulations. The project is aligned with the FY2026 period from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, and maintains an Indian preference policy for all products and supplies.

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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Silviculture Planting ServicesThis subcontract for Silviculture Planting Services involves performing tree planting for prime contractors on BC Timber Sales Branch projects within the 100 Mile House TSA. The scope of work includes the planting of up to 2,821,016 units consisting of mixed species and wildfire replanting stock, with a requirement that installed seedlings meet a minimum quality standard of 85 percent. The selected provider must maintain SAFE company certification and ensure full compliance with the BCTS Environmental Management System, including adherence to the BCTS Training Matrix and EMS Tailgate Training. This project is managed by the Province of British Columbia and is categorized under NAICS code 115310.

BC Timber Sales Branch

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PL28TEM666 - Spring Tree Planting - 100 Mile House TSA

Solicitation # PL28TEM666

Solicitation PL28TEM666 is issued by the BC Timber Sales Branch of the Province of British Columbia for spring tree planting services within the 100 Mile House TSA. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment to plant up to an estimated maximum of 2,821,016 units. The contract is awarded to the lowest priced compliant tender, with a verification process to ensure mathematical accuracy of the total bid price and a random draw to resolve any ties. Compliance requires bidders to provide two references from the last four years verifying experience in mixed species planting and to maintain SAFE company certification. A valid Tax Verification Letter is required for contracts valued at or above 100,000 CAD. The contractor must adhere to a strict Environmental Management System, which includes maintaining an Environmental Emergency Response Plan, following the BCTS training matrix, and notifying the Ministry Representative of supervising personnel before starting work. Performance is monitored through the Ministry of Forests Planting Quality Inspection System, with a minimum acceptable quality standard of 85 percent. Any contiguous area larger than one tenth of a hectare falling below this threshold may be declared unsatisfactory and subject to remediation or re-work. Payment is processed via written statements of account with a typical turnaround of 30 to 60 days, though the Province will retain a 10 percent holdback for 40 calendar days following the completion or termination of services.

BC Timber Sales Branch

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Timber Harvesting (Clearcut)This subcontract involves the clearcut harvesting and removal of merchantable forest products on an 81-acre tract for the South Carolina Forestry Commission. The scope of work requires the felling, skidding, and loading of approximately 8,200 tons of pine and 1,500 tons of hardwood utilizing feller bunchers and skidders. To ensure operational quality and compliance, the contractor must employ at least one crew member who has graduated from the South Carolina Timber Operations Professional Program. All activities must strictly adhere to SCFC Best Management Practices, SFI, and ATFS standards to ensure environmental and professional compliance. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The project falls under NAICS code 115310 and focuses on the complete removal of timber from the designated site.

South Carolina Forestry Commission

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2 days ago

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in 12 days

AI Contract Overview

Solicitation AG-4568-S-17-0012 is a total small business set-aside issued by the USDA Forest Service Southern Research Station for road maintenance within the Tusquitee Ranger District of the Nantahala National Forests in Cherokee and Clay Counties, North Carolina. The scope of work for the 2017 Spring Road Maintenance project includes blading aggregate surfaced roads, cleaning ditches and culverts, and performing spot surfacing replacement. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary supervision and equipment while adhering to strict public safety, traffic control, and quality control standards as outlined in the Statement of Work and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. The procurement process included a pre-bid meeting on April 25, 2017, and was modified by two amendments. Amendment 01 updated the schedule of items and the statement of work, while Amendment 02 clarified invoicing procedures, allowing for bi-weekly billing supported by stamped gravel weight tickets and Daily Accomplishment Reports. Bidders were required to submit an experience questionnaire to verify their qualifications and equipment availability. The contract incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses and mandates compliance with Department of Labor Wage Determination No. 2015-4417 regarding minimum hourly wages and fringe benefits for labor in the specified North Carolina counties.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → Southern Research Station

Contract Value

$204,035

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for Forestry

Place of Performance

Tusquitee Ranger District 123 Woodland Drive, MURPHY, NC, 28906, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

ROBERT THOMAS

Award Issued Date

06/26/2017, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

2017 Spring Road Maintenance - Schedule of Items

1 page · bid-schedule

High

AG-4568-S-17-0012 Contract Clauses

36 pages · contract-document

High

Amendment 01 - Nantahala Ranger District Road Maintenance SOW

amendment

High

Amendment 01 - Road Maintenance Schedule of Items

amendment

High

Amendment 02 to Solicitation AG-4568-S-17-0012

amendment

High

Experience Questionnaire

2 pages · past-performance

High

SF-1449 RFQ for Tusquite Ranger District Road Maintenance

rfq

High

SF-30 Amendment 01

amendment

High

Statement of Work – Nantahala Ranger District Road Maintenance

sow

High

Wage Determination No. 2015-4417 (Rev. 1)

10 pages · wage-determination

High

Tusquitee Ranger District Pre-Bid Sign-In Sheet

other

Low

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3 updates

PhaseAwarded

PostedApr 10

Presolicitation

Notice updatedApr 11

The notice description changed.

Notice updatedApr 12

Notice details unchanged. Attachments may have changed.

Notice updatedMay 2

Notice details unchanged. Attachments may have changed.

Type ChangedMay 5

Presolicitation → Solicitation

AwardedJun 26

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

06/26/2017, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Southern Research Station

Contacts2 people available

OfficeASHEVILLE, NC, 28804, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Southern Research Station

Office AddressASHEVILLE, NC, 28804, USA

Contacts

Takele K. WolduContracting Officer

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Cynthia L. RobertsContract Specialist

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

The US Forest Service has a requirement to be performed on the Tusquitee Ranger District located in Murphy, NC. There will be a Pre-Bid Meeting on April 25, 2017 at the Tusquitee Ranger District Office beginning at 10:00 am through 12:00 pm. Please contact Bryan Bell at +1 (555) 000-0000 ext. 435 or email contact@example.gov to RSVP by April 19, 2017. Location: Tusquitee Ranger District 123 Woodland Drive Murphy, NC 28906 The entire Solicitation Package will post on or about April 11, 2017 by Close of Business. Email responses to this solicitation are accepted. Email address: contact@example.gov