Combined synopsis solicitation is being issued for
ID: 140L3725Q0016Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTNATIONAL INTERAGENCY FIRE CENTERBOISE, ID, 83705, USA

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Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER FOREST/RANGE IMPROVEMENTS (NON-CONSTRUCTION) (F018)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is issuing a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) focused on Pasture Management Services at the Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area in Oregon. This opportunity is specifically set aside for small business vendors and aims to enhance natural resource conservation through activities such as site preparation mowing, teddering, and fuel break raking over a five-year contract period starting June 1, 2025. The selected vendors must demonstrate relevant experience and technical capacity in similar projects, with a submission deadline of April 4, 2025, and inquiries accepted via email until March 21, 2025. Interested parties can contact Traci Thaler at tthaler@blm.gov or (916) 952-5223 for further information.

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    The document outlines various federal and state/local RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and grants, primarily focusing on funding opportunities for projects requiring competitive bidding. The RFPs span diverse sectors and emphasize the need for adherence to specific guidelines, regulatory compliance, and the integration of safety measures in project implementations. Key themes include the evaluation criteria for applicants, budgeting parameters, deadlines for submissions, and the importance of demonstrating capacity and past performance in related works. A significant emphasis is placed on the necessity for transparency in procurement processes, collaborations with local agencies, and adherence to environmental considerations. The content suggests that these opportunities aim to foster innovation, growth, and public welfare through effective project execution. Additionally, it highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement to align proposed efforts with communal goals and regulatory frameworks. This document serves as a vital resource for organizations looking to access federal and state funding for development and improvement projects.
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) seeks proposals for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Pasture Management Services at the Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area in Oregon. This RFP (140L3725Q0016) is specifically set aside for small business vendors, supporting efforts in natural resource conservation related to forest and range improvements. The cumulative contract period spans five years, commencing June 1, 2025, with detailed tasks including site preparation mowing, teddering, and fuel break raking. Vendors responding must provide a capability statement reflecting their past performance, relevant experience, and technical capacity in similar projects. Specific requirements include having completed comparable projects as a primary contractor within the last five years, and demonstrating local market knowledge and experience working with burn segments. The submission deadline is April 4, 2025, with inquiries to be sent via email by March 21, 2025. This solicitation underscores the government's commitment to engaging responsible vendors while enhancing natural resource management and ecosystem resilience.
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