Tree_FBO Synopsis Solicitation.docx

Radio Fire Tree Planting Point Of Contact Chris Wissen 218-343-3857 christopher.wissen@usda.gov This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format prescribed in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation 127EAU21Q0032 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). This procurement is being issued as FULL AND OPEN. North American Industrial Classification Standard (NAICS) 115310, Support Activities for Forestry, size standard of $8 Million.

This solicitation document incorporates provisions and clauses of those in effect through Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Circular 2021-05 and Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) last updated 10 March 2021. The result of this requirement will be a firm fixed priced (FFP), contract. This service contract will include a base year with no option years. The right to make multiple or no award is reserved in the event it is advantageous to the Government to do so. Evaluation method will be lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA). The contractor shall provide pricing IAW the performance work statement (PWS) utilizing the attached contract line item schedule Radio Fire.

Coconino National Forest, Flagstaff Ranger District, Flagstaff AZ has a need for tree planting services to restore and reforest lands burned after Radio wildfire. The purpose of this contract is to secure tree planting services in a manner that insures tree survival and growth.

The services secured with this contract will focus on the need to provide appropriate tree handling and planting techniques during a period of time when environmental conditions are most favorable to insure tree survival.

SITE VISIT:

All forest areas are accessible by the public and may be visited by the contractor at any time.

Any questions pertaining to this acquisition shall be asked no later than Tuesday, 29 June 2021 by 5:00PM, Arizona Local Time. Questions shall be sent to Chris Wissen via email at christopher.wissen@usda.gov.

It is the responsibility of the offeror to view the website for any changes or amendments to this RFQ. Proposals are due to Chris Wissen via email at christopher.wissen@usda.gov no later than Wednesday, 30 June 2021 by 9:00AM, Arizona Local Time.