Bumble Stewardship IRSC, Region 5, Stanislaus National Forest, Summit RD
ID: 12363N25R4005Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER (F099)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9126aa4cd7bf48df887cdafe01925a37/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, through the Forest Service, is seeking contractors for the Bumblebee Stewardship Integrated Resource Service Contract (IRSC) in the Stanislaus National Forest, California. This project aims to achieve land management goals by facilitating mechanical cutting, biomass removal, and ecological restoration across approximately 2,796 acres, with a completion deadline set for November 1, 2028. The initiative is significant for enhancing forest health and infrastructure while addressing local community needs, with an estimated construction cost ranging from $100,000 to $250,000, and performance and payment bonds required for contracts exceeding $150,000. Interested contractors are encouraged to participate in a field visit on December 17, 2024, to discuss project requirements and can direct inquiries to Jason Dierberg at jason.dierberg@usda.gov or by phone at 209-916-5366.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jason Dierberg
    (209) 916-5366
    Jason.Dierberg@usda.gov
    Kasandra Meyer, Acquisition Program Support Officer
    (530) 605-7322
    kasandra.meyer@usda.gov
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    1. Presolicitation Bumble IRSC.pdf
    The Bumblebee Stewardship IRSC project, located in Stanislaus National Forest, CA, is a federal initiative awarded under stewardship authority to achieve land management goals while benefiting local communities. The project spans approximately 2,796 acres, adjacent to Strawberry and Highway 108, with a completion deadline of November 1, 2028. Key activities include mechanical cutting, biomass removal, and ecological restoration, involving the removal of various tree types and addressing hazard trees along National Forest roads. The estimated construction cost ranges from $100,000 to $250,000, with performance and payment bonds required for contracts exceeding $150,000. A field visit for interested contractors is scheduled for December 17, 2024, to discuss project requirements. This pre-bid engagement encourages dialogue on operational constraints and familiarizes potential bidders with the project scope prior to the Request for Proposals, expected to be published on SAM.gov by January 2025. Overall, the project signifies the government’s commitment to forest stewardship while addressing public needs through effective resource management.
    2. Bumblebee IRSC DRAFT SOI.pdf
    The Bumblebee Stewardship Project in the Stanislaus National Forest's Summit Ranger District outlines a pre-solicitation for mandatory and optional work activities aimed at forest management and restoration. Key mandatory activities include cutting and hauling sawtimber, biomass, and cull logs across specified acreages, as well as mastication and road reconstruction of various haul roads. The project estimates significant quantities for each activity and highlights additional specifics regarding mobilization and construction surveys. Optional activities comprise chipping and hauling sawtimber tops along with transporting surplus products. The document includes a section on species and product quantities, detailing the minimum acceptable offers for combined softwoods. All service items are geared towards enhancing the forest's health and infrastructure while also achieving compliance with environmental standards. The file reflects the federal government’s broader commitment to sustainable resource management and highlights procurement opportunities for contractors skilled in forestry operations. This project's structure aligns with typical government RFPs, indicating transparent processes for bid submission and service evaluation. The information encapsulates the project's objectives, estimated quantities, and evaluation parameters necessary for participating entities to prepare competitive bids.
    3. Bumblebee IRSC_map_Vicinity_20241028.pdf
    4. Bumblebee IRSC_map1_DRAFT_20241209-2.pdf
    5. Bumblebee IRSC_map2_DRAFT_20241114.pdf
    Bumblebee PreSolicitation Meeting_Q_A_2024.12.17.pdf
    The Bumblebee Stewardship IRSC Pre-Solicitation Meeting, held on December 17, 2024, gathered various stakeholders from timber-related companies to address project details for an upcoming timber sale. Central topics included operational prescriptions, appraisal details, project area access, running timelines for road work, and required bonds. Key inquiries pertained to the cutting prescription methodology, handling of timber products, and project logistics, including the compulsory removal of certain trees and timeline coordination for road reconstruction. Participants had questions regarding the responsibilities for future maintenance, the inspection process, and handling of unforeseen site conditions, with the government's responses indicating a structured contract modification process. Importantly, contractors were advised on quality control requirements and the implications of non-compliance with the engineering specifications. The wildlife surveys' currency highlighted ongoing environmental considerations for the project area. The main purpose of this meeting was to provide clarity for contractors involved in the timber sale, ensuring comprehensive understanding of project requirements, compliance expectations, and operational logistics, integral to fostering successful participation in upcoming federal and state RFPs associated with forestry management.
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