OWYHEE FUEL BREAK MOWING
ID: 140L3925Q0032Type: Solicitation
AwardedMay 5, 2025
$37.9K$37,940
AwardeeLINVILLE ENTERPRISES, LLC 27190 FERN RIDGE RD Sweet Home OR 97386 USA
Award #:140L3925P0044
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTNEVADA STATE OFFICERENO, NV, 89502, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER (F099)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/00d048a8e682412c9f5803aa59a290bd/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) within the Department of the Interior is soliciting contractor services for the Owyhee Fuel Break Mowing project, which involves the mechanical mowing of approximately 1,012 acres of brush and grass in Humboldt County, Nevada. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, and materials to complete the mowing to a height of 4-6 inches, adhering to environmental protections and operational guidelines set forth by the BLM, with work scheduled from September 15, 2025, to January 15, 2026. This initiative is crucial for enhancing natural resource management and fuels management practices, aligning with federal environmental standards. Interested small businesses can contact Matthew Merritt at mbmerritt@blm.gov or (775) 861-6742 for further details, and proposals must be submitted electronically by the specified due date.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Merritt, Matthew
    (775) 861-6742
    (775) 861-6710
    mbmerritt@blm.gov
    Files
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    A04_SOW.docx
    The Owyhee Desert Hazardous Fuel Break Mowing project aims to mechanically mow approximately 1,012 acres of brush and grass in Humboldt County, Nevada, from September 15, 2025, to January 15, 2026. The work requires the contractor to provide all labor, equipment, and materials for mowing to a height of 4-6 inches, while adhering to specifications set by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Operations must cease in wet conditions to prevent soil damage, and any necessary fence repairs must be made promptly. The contractor must also avoid disturbing active mining claims and keep equipment clean to prevent introducing weeds. All activities will be confined to navigable areas marked on electronic maps provided by the BLM, and any damage to roads or structures must be restored at the contractor's expense. Environmental protections are emphasized, mandating the maintaining of a clean work environment and adherence to fire prevention measures. Meetings before and during the project will ensure stakeholder coordination. Compensation for the work will be calculated based on acres mowed, with periodic inspections to verify compliance with standards. The careful preparation of this work statement reflects the government’s commitment to effective land management and environmental conservation while engaging private contractors effectively.
    A06_Map.pdf
    The document pertains to a contract related to the Owyhee Mow project, specifically for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in fiscal year 2025. It outlines the procurement of services to manage and maintain an area of 1,012 acres. The land status is referenced using abbreviations—BLM (Bureau of Land Management), FS (Forest Service), and PVT (Private)—suggesting a mix of land types involved in the project. The file includes a caution regarding the reliability and completeness of the data provided, emphasizing that no warranty is made by BLM on the data's accuracy for individual or aggregate use. This document is indicative of the formal procedures and requirements involved in federal requests for proposals (RFPs) related to land management, underscoring the BLM's priorities in ecological stewardship and land maintenance.
    B03_SCA_Wage_Determination.pdf
    Sol_140L3925Q0032.pdf
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Nevada State Office, is soliciting contractor services for the mechanical mowing of brush and grass over approximately 1,012 acres as part of the Owyhee Fuel Break Mowing project. The contractor will be responsible for all necessary labor, equipment, and materials to perform the work according to the specified schedule (09/15/2025 to 01/15/2026). This contract is particularly targeted for small businesses under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 115310, which designates a 100% small business set-aside. The solicitation includes various compliance and reporting requirements, emphasizing adherence to the Service Contract Act and federal regulations. Offerors must submit their proposals electronically, along with supporting documents, by the specified due date. The document outlines necessary clauses, responsibilities of the contracting officer, and conditions for site inspection, emphasizing the importance of pre-contractual assessments. The aim of the initiative is to enhance natural resource management and fuels management practices in line with federal environmental standards.
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