F--FUELS SHRUB GROW & PLANT - BLM IDAHO
ID: DOILFBO250016Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTIDAHO STATE OFFICEBOISE, ID, 83709, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- FOREST TREE PLANTING (F005)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2454294036654d6d9e4d5677074e26ad/view
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Idaho State Office is seeking qualified sources to provide Shrub Grow and Plant Services for the cultivation and planting of 275,000 Wyoming Big Sagebrush seedlings. The contractor will be responsible for growing the seedlings from March 15 to September 30, 2025, followed by a planting period from October 1 to October 24, 2025, in designated areas managed by the BLM. This initiative is crucial for habitat restoration and environmental conservation, adhering to strict guidelines for seedling health, site preparation, and planting methods. Interested parties must submit their capability statements, including their UEI number/Cage Code and small business status, to the Contracting Officer, Charles Dodson, at cdodson@blm.gov by January 29, 2025, with a projected award date in mid-March 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dodson, Charles
    (208) 769-5008
    cdodson@blm.gov
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    Work_Statement_1.docx
    The 2025 TFD Fuels Shrub Grow & Plant solicitation outlines a federal contract requiring the contractor to grow and hand plant 275,000 Wyoming Big Sagebrush seedlings in designated areas within the Jarbidge and Shoshone Field Offices, managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The growing phase is scheduled from March 15 to September 30, 2025, followed by a planting period from October 1 to October 24, 2025. The document specifies government-provided seeds, accepted seedling standards, packaging requirements, and transport protocols. Operators are expected to adhere to strict guidelines throughout growing and planting, including seedling health monitoring, site preparation, planting methods, and care to ensure successful establishment of plants. Inspection and acceptance criteria will evaluate compliance during operations, with repercussions for unsatisfactory practices, including potential liquidated damages. The emphasis on maintaining a qualified workforce and adherence to safety protocols further underscores the commitment to project quality. This document serves as a comprehensive guide to ensuring effective habitat restoration in compliance with federal requirements.
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