F--LARO - FY25 CONTRACT THIN
ID: 140PS125Q0026Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEMWR MISSOURI MABO(62000)Omaha, NE, 68102, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- TREE THINNING (F014)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f610852cbc20402da3a2eb376295e670/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is soliciting proposals for a non-personal services contract focused on tree management at the Kettle River Campground within the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area in Washington. The project involves hand severing trees, lopping slash, piling debris, and covering slash piles across 35.5 acres of primarily ponderosa pine and Douglas fir forests, aimed at reducing wildfire risks and enhancing forest health. This initiative is critical for environmental conservation and fire management, ensuring the protection of natural resources while facilitating recreational use of the area. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals by August 19, 2025, with the performance period set from August 22 to December 31, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Stephen Loftus at stephen_loftus@nps.gov or call 202-354-2267.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Loftus, Stephen
    (202) 354-2267
    stephen_loftus@nps.gov
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    A05__Performance_Work_Statement_LARO_Forest_Thinning_Services.pdf
    The "Performance Work Statement" (PWS) outlines the specifications for forest thinning services at the Kettle River Campground within Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. This non-personal services contract involves thinning conifers under 8 inches in diameter, lopping and piling branches to minimize wildfire risks. Key tasks include cutting trees to achieve a spacing of 16 feet, lopping branches from one side of the trees, and constructing appropriately sized slash piles. The objectives emphasize reducing forest fuel loads to mitigate wildfire intensity, thereby assisting firefighting efforts to protect nearby properties. The contractor is responsible for executing the work with compliance to safety regulations, including the prohibition of certain activities during high fire danger levels. The performance period is scheduled from August 15 to December 20, 2025, with quality control and assurance measures in place to ensure standards are met. The document further delineates responsibilities, equipment requirements, and stipulates the presence of a government inspector to oversee compliance. This PWS reflects the government's commitment to responsibly managing forest resources while tackling fire safety issues, aligning with broader environmental and public safety goals.
    B03_Forestry_WD_1977-0209_Rev_79_12232024.pdf
    B08_Kettle_River_Thin_Map_0001.pdf
    The document pertains to the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area in Washington State, focusing on specific avoidance areas outlined for the protection of ecological resources and the management of park boundaries. It maps out key geographic features, including the Kettle River, and designates two specific avoidance areas intended to mitigate impacts related to environmental conservation efforts. The National Park Service, part of the U.S. Department of the Interior, emphasizes the significance of these areas in maintaining the integrity of the landscape and ecosystem within the national recreation area. The document underscores a proactive approach toward land management, highlighting a commitment to preserving natural resources while balancing recreational use. The presence of various detailed contributors to the geographic mapping reinforces the importance of collaboration in effective park management and planning. Overall, this document serves as a crucial resource for understanding land use strategies and environmental protection measures being implemented within Lake Roosevelt NRA.
    B08_Kettle_River_Thin_Vicinity_Map_0001.pdf
    The document serves as an overview of the Kettle River Thin Vicinity project, prepared by the Fire Manager of the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, a part of the National Park Service under the U.S. Department of the Interior. It includes a detailed map illustrating the geographical features surrounding Lake Roosevelt and the Kettle River, highlighting park boundaries and fire management zones. The project aims to manage prescribed fire activities in the area to enhance forest health and reduce wildfire risks while maintaining ecological integrity. Essential stakeholders and contributors listed include various geographic and environmental agencies. The map is essential for identifying areas targeted for prescribed fire treatments, ensuring coordination among multiple agencies and compliance with relevant regulations. This initiative reflects the dedication to effective landscape management within federal priorities, focusing on environmental safety and resource sustainability in national parks.
    Sol_140PS125Q0026_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document pertains to a modification of a federal solicitation under contract number 140PS125Q0026, issued by the National Park Service (NPS), specifically for a service related to environmental management at the Kettle River Campground in Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, Washington. The amendment incorporates georeferenced maps of the Kettle River relevant to the solicitation while maintaining all existing terms and conditions. The services include tree removal, slash lopping, and pile covering, with a performance period from August 15, 2025, to December 20, 2025. Contractors are required to acknowledge the receipt of the amendment through specified methods to remain eligible for consideration. The document highlights the importance of complying with the deadlines for submission to avoid rejection of offers. Overall, this modification outlines operational specifics for contractors engaged in environmental conservation efforts within the NPS framework.
    Sol_140PS125Q0026_Amd_0002.pdf
    This document is Amendment 0002 to Solicitation 140PS125Q0026, issued by the DOI, NPS ConOps Strategic Business Services Contracting Division. It extends the closing date for offers to August 19, 2025, at 1700 PDT and adds Kettle River georeferenced maps to the solicitation. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item, a Request for Quote (RFQ) for tree hand severing, slash lopping, piling, and covering services at the Kettle River Campground, Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area (NRA), Kettle Falls, WA. The period of performance is from August 22, 2025, to December 31, 2025. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by one of the specified methods prior to the new closing date and time.
    Sol_140PS125Q0026.pdf
    The government document, Request for Quote (RFQ) 140PS125Q0026, outlines a solicitation from the National Park Service for tree management services within the Kettle River Campground at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, Washington. The RFQ includes a total small business set-aside, emphasizing that interested offerors must be registered as small businesses in the System for Award Management (SAM). The work involves hand felling trees, lopping slash, and managing debris with a performance period running from August 15 to December 20, 2025. Offerors are required to submit detailed proposals showcasing their qualifications, past experiences, and how they will meet the project's needs. Quotes must include specific elements like project narratives, resumes, and prior project references. Evaluation of bids will focus on price, technical qualifications, and prior relevant experience, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of capabilities and costs. Additionally, the document references various federal regulations and certifications necessary to comply with procurement rules. The overall purpose is to procure effective services while adhering to federal guidelines for contracting.
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