Fred Riley

23--Gooseneck Trailers, Ridgefield NWR, WA

Solicitation 140FS326Q0033 is a firm fixed price request for bids issued by FWS SAT Team 3 for the procurement of three tandem dual wheel gooseneck trailers for the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge in Washington. The government specifies the Diamond C FMAX210 or an approved equal, requiring features such as electric drum brakes, LED lights, and specific weight capacities. This is a total small business set-aside procurement with a performance period of nine months from the date of award, and all units must be delivered FOB Destination to the refuge. The award will be based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Bidders must submit a two-part proposal consisting of a price proposal and a technical volume, the latter of which is limited to ten pages and must include a management approach and past performance questionnaires. Technical acceptability is determined by the offeror's ability to meet specifications and a requirement for key personnel to possess at least five years of relevant experience. Invoicing must be processed electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform.

Department Of The InteriorVA, USA

NAICS

532412

Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing

PSC

2330

Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, and Cycles

Total Small Business Set-Aside

Awarded

Awarded6

F--Tree Removal, Umatilla NWR OR

Solicitation 140FS326Q0035 is a firm fixed price request for quotes issued by the Department of the Interior, FWS SAT Team 3, for tree removal services at the Umatilla National Wildlife Refuge near Boardman, Oregon. This project is a 100 percent small business set-aside, specifically targeting women-owned small businesses. The scope of work requires the removal of up to 20 hardwood trees along a disc-line fuel break to comply with a new city ordinance. Required services include tree removal, debris chipping and hauling, and stump grinding to prevent regrowth, all while ensuring a preexisting chain link fence remains intact. The period of performance is scheduled from March 23, 2026, to April 30, 2026. Contractors must be certified by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board and possess Certified Arborist credentials. Award decisions will be based on a best-value trade-off approach, where technical merit and past performance are weighted as significantly more important than price. Compliance with Service Contract Act wage determinations for Oregon counties and various Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses regarding labor standards, supply chain security, and environmental acquisitions is mandatory. Proposals were due by March 16, 2026, and must include a past experience and references questionnaire to evaluate bidder capability.

Department Of The InteriorVA, USA

NAICS

115310

Support Activities for Forestry

PSC

F014

Natural Resources and Conservation Services

small business

Awarded

Awarded6

F--PA-JOHN HEINZ NWR AT TINICUM-HERBICIDE

Solicitation 140FS326Q0030 is a 100 percent small business set-aside for aerial herbicide application services at the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Managed by the Department of the Interior's FWS SAT Team 3, the contract requires the contractor to provide all equipment, labor, and materials to treat approximately 150 acres of invasive Phragmites australis and Lythrum salicaria. The period of performance is scheduled from August 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with the active spraying window occurring between August 15 and October 20, 2026. The government accepts both rotary wing aircraft and UAS drone applications, provided the contractor holds a valid state commercial herbicide applicator's license with aquatic certification and achieves a 90 percent effectiveness rate. Award decisions are based on a trade-off process where combined technical capability and past performance are weighted more heavily than price. Contractors must comply with EPA and OSHA regulations, including hazard communication standards and specific herbicide selections such as AquaNeat and Aquachem90. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform and adherence to Service Contract Act wage determinations for Delaware and Philadelphia counties. The contract incorporates several critical federal regulations, including prohibitions on ByteDance applications and unmanned aircraft systems manufactured by covered foreign entities.

Department Of The InteriorVA, USA

NAICS

115310

Support Activities for Forestry

PSC

F105

Natural Resources and Conservation Services

total small business set-aside

Awarded

Awarded

K--CA-SAN LUIS NWR CPLX-FIRE ENG STRIPING

Department Of The InteriorVA,

NAICS

336211

Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing

PSC

K023

Modification of Equipment

140FS326P0083

Awarded

Awarded1

F--Herbicide Treatment, Falknker Island

Solicitation 140FS326Q0021 is a firm fixed price request for quote issued by the Department of the Interior, FWS SAT Team 3, for herbicide and pesticide treatment services at the Falkner Island Unit of the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge in Westbrook, Connecticut. The period of performance is scheduled from February 16, 2026, through December 31, 2026, with a government option to extend services for up to six additional months. This procurement is set aside for small business and HUBZone small business concerns under NAICS code 115310. The award will be determined through a trade-off process, prioritizing technical approach and past performance over price to identify the most advantageous offer to the government. Contractors are required to submit invoices electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Key compliance requirements include adherence to Service Contract Labor Standards, Buy American preferences, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment. Performance is governed by standard commercial product and service terms, with delivery designated as FOB Destination.

Department Of The InteriorVA, USA

NAICS

115310

Support Activities for Forestry

PSC

F105

Natural Resources and Conservation Services

small business set-aside

Awarded

Awarded

J--Fire Vehicle Repair, San Luis NWR Complx

Department Of The InteriorVA,

NAICS

811111

General Automotive Repair

PSC

J023

Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment

140FS326P0075

Awarded

Awarded

J--CA SAN DIEGO NWR I481304 REPAIR

Department Of The InteriorVA,

NAICS

811111

General Automotive Repair

PSC

J023

Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment

140FS326P0071

Awarded

Awarded3

87--Seed for BAER Dairy Fire Site on Sacramento River

The Department of the Interior, through the Fws Sat Team 3, is seeking a firm-fixed-price contract for the supply of native seeds to support restoration efforts on up to 47 acres of the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex. This procurement is part of the Burned Area Emergency Response Plan following the 2021 Dairy Fire, focusing on habitat restoration and erosion prevention. The agency has issued a notice of intent to award this as a sole source contract to River Partners under NAICS code 111998, citing their ability to provide native seeds that closely match the specific soil and habitat requirements of the affected area. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary packaging, containers, and labels to ensure seeds are delivered in a viable condition, stored in temperature and humidity-controlled environments, and free of mold or rot. Performance is based on a trade-off process where technical capability and past performance are weighted more heavily than price. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform and compliance with various FAR clauses, including prohibitions on ByteDance applications and specific supply chain security mandates. The government retains options to increase seed quantities and extend the service period by up to six months.

Department Of The InteriorVA, USA

NAICS

111998

All Other Miscellaneous Crop Farming

PSC

8730

Agricultural Supplies

sole source

Awarded Feb 23, 2026

Awarded