What types of operational support does CSA SOUTHWEST 5 prioritize?

This office focuses heavily on land stewardship, including timber stand improvement, invasive species control, and the maintenance of forest service roads and recreational infrastructure.

Are there specific set-asides common for this Forest Service office?

The office frequently utilizes small business set-asides for regional construction and vegetation management projects, often prioritizing local vendors who possess the specialized equipment required for rugged terrain.

How can vendors prepare for fire support solicitations?

Vendors should maintain active registrations in the Interagency Fire Management systems and ensure their equipment meets the specific safety and operational standards required for wildland fire suppression and support.

FOREST SERVICE · Contracting Office

USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 5

145 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office145 solicitationsUnder FOREST SERVICE

Solicitations

145

Federal records indexed

Source

Federal

Federal procurement data

Sub-Agency

FOREST SERVICE

Agency

DEPARTMENT

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 5.

USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 5 manages procurement operations for Forest Service activities across the Southwestern region, focusing on land management and infrastructure maintenance. Vendors frequently compete for contracts involving wildland fire support, forest road construction, vegetation management, and facility maintenance services.

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.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

Monthly posted opportunity volume from 2024 onward. Darker = more indexed records.

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USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 5 contracting FAQ

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