Bighorn National Forest- GAOA Roadside Tree Clearing/Grubbing
ID: 1240LP26Q0005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEBIGHORN NATIONAL FORESTSheridan, WY, 828019638, 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 U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service is soliciting bids for the Bighorn National Forest's Roadside Tree Clearing and Grubbing project under Solicitation Number 1240LP26Q0005. This contract involves comprehensive services including tree removal, stump removal, material disposal, and temporary traffic control along 52.47 miles of designated forest service roads. The project is critical for maintaining forest health and ensuring public safety, with a total small business set-aside aimed at fostering participation from small business concerns. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by the specified deadline, with questions due by January 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time. For further inquiries, contact Curtis Landreth at curtis.r.landreth@usda.gov or call 308-251-6801.

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    The Bighorn National Forest is soliciting bids for tree clearing and grubbing services under Solicitation Number 1240LP26Q0005. The contract is for a Firm Fixed Price award to a single offeror, requiring comprehensive pricing for all items. Proposals will be evaluated based on the highest technically rated quotation with fair and reasonable pricing and acceptable or neutral past performance. Key evaluation criteria include a detailed technical approach demonstrating the offeror's ability to meet Statement of Work (SOW) requirements, a comprehensive Quality Control Plan, and a list of similar past projects. Offerors must also provide a price proposal, including Attachment 3- Schedule of Items, and acknowledge any amendments. Questions are due by January 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time.
    The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service's Bighorn National Forest is seeking a contractor for a Bighorn Forestwide Roadside Tree Removal project. The project encompasses clearing, grubbing, tree removal, stump removal, material disposal, temporary traffic control, and sediment control along 52.47 miles of forest service roads (NFSR 17, 24, and 26). Key contractor requirements include maintaining an inspection system, adhering to environmental protection (e.g., Clean Water Act, hazardous spill plan, equipment cleaning to prevent noxious weeds, fish protection, fire control), and ensuring public safety and traffic accommodation. Deliverables include a Temporary Traffic Control Plan, a Schedule of Work, Clearing and Grubbing Equipment Specifications, Equipment Inspection Reports, and Weekly Operations Reports. The contractor is responsible for all travel and mobilization, and key personnel must have at least two years of experience in similar projects.
    The Bighorn National Forest is soliciting bids for a Forest Wide Roadside Tree Removal project, as detailed in its Schedule of Items. This contract focuses on clearing and grubbing, with disposal of felled, grubbed, and incidental materials across specific National Forest System Roads (NFSRs). The project includes mobilization as a lump sum item and outlines contract quantities for clearing and grubbing on NFSR 17 (9.90 miles), NFSR 24 (10.39 miles), and NFSR 26 (22.31 miles), totaling 42.60 miles. The document is structured as a schedule for pricing and quantity, essential for government RFPs in detailing services required for forest maintenance.
    The Rocky Mountain Region Contractor Fire Plan Requirements outlines fire prevention and suppression procedures for activities on National Forest System lands. This plan, applicable to timber sale and construction contracts, defines a “Normal Operational Period” with continuous requirements and a stricter “Fire Precautionary Period” from June 1 to October 31. Key requirements include immediate 911 notification for ignitions, contractor-initiated suppression if safe, and specific rules for smoking and lunch fires. Equipment must have spark arresters, and vehicles require shovels, water, and fire extinguishers. During the Fire Precautionary Period, contractors must submit a Fire Prevention and Control Plan, and additional restrictions apply to smoking, refuse burning, and vehicle exhaust systems. Blasting, welding, and mastication activities during this period require dedicated Fire Guards with specific equipment. The plan emphasizes adherence to fire restrictions, which can vary based on local conditions, and prohibits certain activities during elevated fire danger unless explicitly exempted.
    The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service is seeking bids for a Forestwide Roadside Tree Removal project in Wyoming's Bighorn National Forest. This project, overseen by the Medicine Wheel, Powder River, and Tongue Ranger Districts, involves clearing and grubbing roadside trees along National Forest System Roads (NFSR) 17, 24, and 26. The scope includes specific disposal methods for clearing and grubbing debris, stumps, limbs, and merchantable timber. All work must adhere to technical requirements and land management plans, ensuring safety and compliance within the Rocky Mountain Region.
    The "PAST PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET" is a standardized form for collecting detailed information about a company's past project performance. This form is typically used in government procurement processes, such as RFPs for federal grants or state/local contracts, to evaluate a bidder's experience and capability. It requires specific data for each project, including the name of the performing company (prime or subcontractor), project name, client agency, contract number and type, total contract value, and completion date. Additionally, it asks for contact information for the Contracting Officer and Project Manager/COR, along with a brief project description. The document's purpose is to provide a comprehensive overview of a company's past work, enabling government agencies to assess suitability for future contracts.
    The USDA Forest Service Experience Questionnaire is a crucial document for contractors bidding on federal projects, designed to assess their qualifications and capabilities. This form collects detailed information about a contractor's business structure, years of experience as both a prime and subcontractor, and a three-year history of completed projects, including contract amounts and client references. It also requires disclosure of concurrent contractual commitments and any past failures to complete work or instances of performance bond completion. The questionnaire further probes into the availability of employees and equipment, estimated progress rates, and the experience of key personnel involved in the project. Contractors must certify the accuracy of all provided information, which will be used to evaluate their ability to successfully complete the project. This thorough assessment ensures that only qualified and reliable contractors are awarded government contracts.
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