What types of construction projects does the Tongass National Forest typically procure?

The office frequently procures services for heavy civil construction, including forest road maintenance, bridge repairs, and culvert installations necessary to support timber harvesting and public access in rugged Alaskan environments.

Are there specific set-asides for vendors working in the Tongass National Forest?

Yes, due to the unique geographic location, the Forest Service often utilizes set-asides for Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs) and local small businesses that possess the specialized equipment and logistical capabilities to operate in remote forest regions.

What logistical challenges should vendors anticipate when bidding on Tongass contracts?

Vendors must demonstrate the ability to manage complex supply chains, as many project sites are accessible only by boat or aircraft. Bidders should emphasize their experience with remote site operations and environmental compliance within sensitive temperate rainforest ecosystems.

FOREST SERVICE · Contracting Office

USDA FS, TONGASS NATL FOREST

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of USDA FS, TONGASS NATL FOREST.

The Tongass National Forest procurement office manages contracts essential to maintaining the largest national forest in the United States, focusing on land management, timber operations, and infrastructure development. Vendors frequently compete for awards involving road maintenance, forest restoration, trail construction, and specialized environmental consulting services required for remote Alaskan terrain.

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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