Bumblebee Revised Stewardship IRSC
ID: 12363N26Q4011Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, STEWARDSHIP CONTRACTING BRANCHWashington, DC, 202501138, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER (F099)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/08f44a4d98e541feb3f5f5af7a5b4325/view
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking feedback through a Request for Information (RFI) for the Bumblebee Revised Stewardship Integrated Resource Service Contract (IRSC) project. The initiative aims to mitigate risks associated with insect and disease infestations, wildfires, and to enhance forest vegetation and water quality across approximately 4,000 gross acres in Strawberry, California. The project anticipates offering over 15 million board feet of commercial timber and 8,000 cubic feet of biomass, with services including road maintenance, timber removal, and low-value stand treatments. Interested parties are invited to an informational meeting and site visit on October 23, 2025, and written responses to the RFI are due by October 30, 2025, at 5:00 P.M. Pacific. For further inquiries, contact Jeanne Windle at norma.windle@usda.gov or Jason Dierberg at Jason.Dierberg@usda.gov.

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    251014FinalBumblebeeRevised_RFI_LetterWEnclosures_All.pdf
    The U.S. Forest Service has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the Bumblebee Revised Stewardship IRSC project, aiming to reduce wildfire and infestation risks, and restore forest and water quality. This RFI seeks feedback from interested parties to shape a future solicitation for a contract of up to 4 years and 364 days, covering approximately 4,000 gross acres. The project anticipates offering over 15 MMBF of commercial timber and 8,000 CCF of biomass. Services include road maintenance, timber and biomass removal, temporary road construction, and low-value stand treatment. Payment terms will vary by service, with product value offsetting costs. Davis-Bacon and Service Contract Act wages apply, and road construction requires bonding. An in-person informational meeting and site visit are scheduled for October 23, 2025, at the Mi-Wok Ranger District. Written responses to the RFI's questions are due by October 30, 2025, at 5:00 P.M. Pacific.
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