Notice of Intent to Award a BPA Call Order against Vegetation Management Service (VMS) BPA
ID: 12444126Q0006Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA EAST 3Atlanta, GA, 303092449, 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/workspace/contract/opp/cf3bcae8e9fc443a85665ebdb86aa5b7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The USDA Forest Service (FS) is planning to award a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Call Order for Vegetation Management Services (VMS) in Nebo, North Carolina. This procurement aims to provide a range of vegetation management support services, including site preparation, planting of various species, stand improvement activities, treatments for non-native invasive species, watershed improvement, and the creation of wildlife openings. The services are critical for maintaining healthy forest ecosystems and enhancing wildlife habitats. Interested small businesses that are eligible under the VMS BPA will receive the solicitation via email, and inquiries can be directed to Ioulia Boxley at ioulia.boxley@usda.gov. This opportunity is not a solicitation for proposals, and the BPA Call Order is expected to exceed $25,000.

    Point(s) of Contact
    BOXLEY, IOULIA
    ioulia.boxley@usda.gov
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