FL ST MARKS NWR BIL TREE PLANTING
ID: 140F1B25Q0013Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS CONSTRUCTION & A/E - BIL/DISASTERFalls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating (115112)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS CRUDE AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY PRODUCTS (9440)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f1f6d2d533d74d3889c57dce42e0d2ab/view
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    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for a project involving the mechanical seeding of wiregrass at the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge in Wakulla County, Florida. The contract requires the supply and planting of 1,780 pounds of wiregrass seed over 178 acres, with the planting period scheduled from December 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. This initiative is part of a broader effort to restore native vegetation and enhance ecosystem health within the refuge, adhering to federal regulations and environmental standards. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by May 2, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Terrence Anderson at terrence_anderson@fws.gov or by phone at 682-294-0280.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Anderson, Terrence
    (682) 294-0280
    terrence_anderson@fws.gov
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    Sol_140F1B25Q0013.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for vegetation planting services at St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge in Florida. The project entails the mechanical seeding of 1,780 pounds of wiregrass over 178 acres, with planting scheduled to begin on December 1, 2025, and to be completed by January 31, 2026. Key components include acquiring high-quality wiregrass seed, conducting a pre-planting notice to the Refuge Forester, maintaining a daily log during planting, and ensuring thorough site cleanup post-project. The contractor must provide proper seed documentation, abide by safety regulations, and submit various reports, including incident reports and a final planting summary. The RFP also incorporates essential federal provisions concerning small businesses, hazard management, and compliance with environmental standards. Communication during the solicitation process is centralized through designated government representatives. This project aims to restore native vegetation, promoting ecosystem health at the refuge while adhering to government specifications and regulations.
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