Western Colorado Maintenance Office Bareground Vegetation Control Services for Microwave Sites and Substations for Rocky Mountain Region.

The Western Area Power Administration under the Department of Energy is forecasting a solicitation for bareground vegetation control services to support microwave sites and substations in the Rocky Mountain Region, specifically targeting areas in New Mexico. The contract is designated as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 561730, which pertains to landscaping services, and is intended exclusively for small business concerns. The services will involve maintaining clear, vegetation-free ground areas around critical energy infrastructure to ensure operational safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Work will be performed at multiple locations across the specified region with no fixed city or zip code listed, indicating potential nationwide mobilization or multiple site assignments within the state of New Mexico. The point of contact for small business inquiries includes two Small Business Program Managers, both reachable via email, to assist potential bidders with pre-solicitation questions and participation guidance. Although the solicitation has not yet been issued, the forecast date of August 10, 2026, signals an upcoming opportunity for qualified small businesses to pursue this long-term vegetation management contract.