Rotorwash IRSC
ID: 12363N25Q4001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/85d546f81eae48df8a1f3a94582d4e22/view
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking market information through a Request for Information (RFI) for the Rotorwash Integrated Resource Service Contract (IRSC) in the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest, focusing on the Methow Valley Ranger District in Washington. The objective of this procurement is to enhance forest resilience against wildfire and disease while improving overall forest health through commercial thinning, fuels reduction, and fireline construction across approximately 550 acres, with an additional 450 acres available for optional treatments. This initiative is part of the Forest Service's commitment to utilizing stewardship contracts to meet local community needs and effectively manage public lands. Interested parties must respond to the RFI by November 13, 2024, and are encouraged to participate in a pre-proposal site visit scheduled for October 23, 2024, to discuss project details and operational requirements. For further inquiries, contact Matt Daigle at matthew.daigle@usda.gov or call 605-415-9057.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Matt Daigle, Stewardship Acquisition Program Support Officer
    (605) 415-9057
    matthew.daigle@usda.gov
    Files
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    1. Rotorwash IRSC RFI Letter.pdf
    The Rotorwash Integrated Resource Service Contract (IRSC) RFI seeks market information from potential contractors for forest management activities in the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest, specifically in the Methow Valley Ranger District. The initiative aims to enhance resilience against wildfire and disease while improving forest health through commercial thinning, fuels reduction, and fireline construction on approximately 550 acres. The project, which may include an additional 450 acres of optional treatments, is expected to be completed by December 31, 2030. Key activities include timber removal, hand falling, and helicopter yarding of merchantable products, primarily sawtimber. A pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for October 23, 2024, to discuss project details and operational requirements. Responses to the RFI are due by November 13, 2024, emphasizing the importance of stakeholder input in shaping the IRSC program. The document underscores the Forest Service's commitment to utilizing stewardship contracts to meet local community needs and manage public lands effectively.
    2. Questionnaire Rotorwash IRSC RFI.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Information (RFI) regarding Integrated Resource Service Contracts (IRSC) for the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest, focusing on the Method Valley Ranger District in Washington. It seeks insights from firms on six key questions related to the production rate in acres treated during the limited 5-month winter season, their availability for treatments, proposed methods for aerial tree removal, challenges in competing for this contract, and any additional relevant information. Participating companies must be registered in SAM.gov under the NAICS code 115310, which pertains to support activities for forestry. Responses are required by November 13, 2024, by 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time, and interested parties are directed to contact Matt Daigle or Adam McClelland for further inquiries. This RFI represents a strategic effort by the federal government to gather expertise and capabilities from potential contractors before formalizing contracts for forest resource management.
    3. Rotorwash IRSC Project Area Map.pdf
    The document outlines the Timber Sale Area Map for the Rotorwash Project located within the Methow Valley Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. It identifies various sections and boundaries of the sale area, highlighting burn blocks and types of roads — including paved and gravel roads — that are either suitable or unsuitable for passenger vehicles. The map indicates the relationship of the timber sale area to the nearby town of Twisp, WA, which is approximately six miles away. Detailed orientation within the map allows for clear navigation concerning township, range, and section pulls. This document serves as a practical resource for stakeholders involved in the project, aligning with broader federal and state initiatives to manage forest resources effectively through timber sales. The map enhances transparency and clarity surrounding the project's logistics and infrastructure requirements, emphasizing the government’s commitment to sustainable forestry practices and land management.
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