What types of construction and maintenance projects does the Sawtooth National Forest prioritize?

The forest prioritizes projects related to road and bridge repair, campground facility upgrades, and infrastructure improvements for remote administrative sites. Vendors with experience in heavy civil construction and remote site logistics are highly competitive.

Are there specific set-asides common for Sawtooth National Forest contracts?

The Forest Service frequently utilizes small business set-asides, particularly for local contractors in Idaho. Total Small Business, HUBZone, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-asides are common for vegetation management and trail maintenance solicitations.

What certifications or qualifications are essential for winning forest management contracts?

Vendors should maintain active registrations in SAM.gov and demonstrate expertise in environmental compliance and wildland fire safety protocols. For specialized forestry work, possessing relevant state-level certifications for herbicide application or timber harvesting is often a requirement.

FOREST SERVICE · Contracting Office

Sawtooth National Forest

17 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office17 solicitationsUnder FOREST SERVICE

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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of Sawtooth National Forest.

The Sawtooth National Forest procures specialized services to maintain and protect over two million acres of public land in Idaho. Vendors frequently compete for contracts involving trail maintenance, forest thinning, hazardous fuels reduction, and the construction of recreational infrastructure such as campgrounds and administrative facilities.

Hierarchy: FOREST SERVICE · DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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