WILLAMETTE NF, DETROIT RANGER DISTRICT THIRD YEAR REFORESTATION SURVEY

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation, under # 1240BK25Q0079.

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effectthrough FAC 2025-04 effective June 11, 2025, FAR Part 1 Model Deviation, FAR Part 10 Model Deviation, and FAR Part 34 Model Deviation.

This procurement is set aside for Small Business. The NAICS code is 115310 and the Small Business Size Standard is $11.5 million.

Willamette NF, Detroit Ranger District Third Year Reforestation Survey: This is a stocking survey contract on the Willamette National Forest designed to obtain current and accurate information on the conifer stocking levels of stands that were planted following the 2020 wildfires on the Detroit Ranger District. The surveys will be completed to determine regeneration levels, available seed sources and additional treatment needs for meeting minimum stocking standards. Slopes may be in excess of 60%. Stands may have considerable amounts of dead slash, standing fire killed/weakened trees with overhead hazards, and live brush. Operations shall be confined to lands within the Willamette National Forest.

To respond, complete the following per Solicitation instructions:  1) Prepare a written response to evaluation criteria 2) Attachment 1: Schedule of Items 3)  Representations and Certifications.

Submit response package by email, no later than the due date. Email package to: paula.winningham@usda.gov

Questions may be directed to: paula.winningham@usda.gov

Offerors must have an "Active" registration at www.sam.gov, by time of award.