NV-MOAPA VLY NWR-PALM TREE REMOVAL
ID: 140F0S25Q0006Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, OVER SAT G/SFalls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

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https://sam.gov/opp/3174f510be854e63b8f7199c3e63e6d3/view
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    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, under the Department of the Interior, is seeking qualified contractors for a tree removal project at the Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge. The objective is to remove approximately 80 medium to large palm trees to protect endangered species and local habitats while ensuring minimal disturbance to surrounding vegetation. Contractors will be responsible for all labor, management, permits, and equipment necessary for the removal process, which will involve both bucket lift and climbing methods, as well as the management of tree debris. Interested firms must submit their qualifications to Curtis Smith at curtis_smith@fws.gov by January 16, 2024, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, as this notice serves as a preliminary step in the procurement process and is not a solicitation for bids.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Smith, Curtis
    (000) 000-0000
    curtis_smith@fws.gov
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    A14_Sources_Sought_(Tree_Removal)_1.pdf
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice regarding tree removal at Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge. It aims to identify qualified contractors for the removal of approximately 80 medium to large palm trees to protect endangered species and local habitat. The procurement will involve various methods, including using a bucket lift for 31 palms and climbing for 38 palms, with an emphasis on minimal disturbance to surrounding vegetation. Contractors will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, management, permits, and equipment. They are expected to maintain daily records of removal activities and manage the transfer of tree debris to designated areas. An option allows for off-site disposal of debris. The contractor must also perform post-removal site clean-up and repair any damage caused by the removal process. Interested firms are encouraged to submit their qualifications to the designated contact by January 16, 2024. This notice serves as a preliminary step in the procurement process and does not constitute a solicitation for bids.
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