ONF Chantrelle Timber Mark & Cruise BPA Call
ID: 12363N25Q4012Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEOTTAWA NATIONAL FORESTIRONWOOD, MI, 49938, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER (F099)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4b9557c12dfd4487a2e7e9388d88dc53/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service at the Ottawa National Forest, is seeking contractors for the ONF Chantrelle Timber Mark & Cruise Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Call. This procurement involves marking and cruising timber in Ontonagon and Houghton Counties, Michigan, which is essential for effective forest management and resource conservation. The opportunity is classified under the NAICS code 115310, focusing on support activities for forestry, and is set to be fully open for competition. Interested parties should note that the closing response date is January 16, 2025, and they can direct inquiries to Paul Dashner at paul.dashner@usda.gov.

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    Paul Dashner
    paul.dashner@usda.gov
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