BCLH Stewardship IRSC Phase 3
ID: 12383N25R4003Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER (F099)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/60560c1ad7fe418cacd3c5ab19df89ba/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service is seeking contractors for the BCLH Stewardship IRSC Phase 3 project, aimed at restoring access routes and mitigating hazardous fuels in the Detroit Ranger District of the Willamette National Forest, Oregon. The project encompasses approximately 1,843 acres affected by the Beachie Creek and Lionshead Fires of 2020, with work including the removal of fire-killed trees, road reconstruction, and maintenance activities to enhance forest management and community safety. Interested contractors are encouraged to attend a pre-solicitation site visit on October 5, 2024, with the final solicitation expected to be issued around March 31, 2025, and contract awards planned for June 6, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Karen Ruklic at karen.ruklic@usda.gov or Heidi Andersen at heidi.andersen@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Karen Ruklic, Contract Specialist
    (208) 702-3519
    karen.ruklic@usda.gov
    Heidi Andersen
    heidi.andersen@usda.gov
    Files
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    Attachment1_VICINITY MAPS.pdf
    The document pertains to a project by the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, specifically within the Willamette National Forest, titled "BCLH IRSC Phases 1-3." The content outlines a series of engineered drawings and vicinity maps associated with the different phases of road infrastructure improvements in the Detroit Ranger District. Key illustrations include detailed road identifiers such as NFSR numbers, depicting the layout and interconnections of these routes within the forest area. The document references three phases of work, each marked by different road construction activities aimed at enhancing forest accessibility and management. The drawings signify a collaborative effort orchestrated by designer Daniel Matthews, highlighting essential logistical elements necessary for the proper execution of these phases. By encapsulating this project within federal grant and RFP contexts, it reflects an emphasis on facilitating environmental stewardship and infrastructure development aligned with federal regulations. Overall, the document serves as an integral part of the planning and execution process for the improvements being made under the supervision of the USDA Forest Service.
    Attachment2_ProjectAreaAccessInstructions.docx
    The BCLH IRSC solicitation outlines the process for contractors to gain access to treatment units within the Forest Closure area. Interested parties must first notify designated representatives, including Heidi Andersen, Brett Blundon, and Darrin Neff, via email at least two working days prior to their requested access date. Following this, a road use permit will be issued alongside a risk assessment that must be completed by all personnel entering the area. The signed documents must be returned via email to the Forest Service. Once approved, the Ranger will sign the permit and send it back to the contractor, who must keep it on hand while in the closure areas to avoid citations from the Marion County Sheriff’s department. The permit remains valid throughout the solicitation period, allowing access to the entire project area. This document facilitates necessary operations while ensuring safety and compliance within the protected zone.
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