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Lisa Turner

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BLM ACQ & FA (WO855)

20 M Street SE Washington DC 20003

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1. The purpose of this amendment is to:

Answer questions related to the solicitation, round 1.

2. The RFP closing date and time remain the same.

3. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) No.

140L0126R0004 for the procurement of Wild

Horse and Burro Program for Off Range Corral services in Region 4, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan

Proposal due date: May 29, 2026

Questions Answers

1) We own acres in our city, we have horses and I have bought and trained mustangs, I’m very interested in the opportunity

The solicitations can be found on SAM.gov. The solicitation outlines what is required.

2) When it says horse numbers will fluctuate, how often do horses leave and come in? Is that weekly or monthly?

The actual population of each contractor’s facility will fluctuate throughout the year. Each contractor must be capable of supporting a minimum of 120 Wild Horse and Burro’s (WHB)s, up to a maximum of 400. Animal loads will be coordinated with the national shipping coordinator and placement events will be scheduled in advance.

3) Are there requirements on the number and dimensions of pens?

Section 2.1 of the Statement of Work (SOW) describes the corral facility requirements.

4) Is this for off-range corrals only or are there any off range pasture contracts available in South Carolina?

Off-range corrals only

5) Do I need to be a registered vendor on sam.gov to apply?

Yes, registration instructions can be found on sam.gov.

6) Can you please clarify whether solicitation 140L0126R0005 for region 6 is exclusively for corrals? Or does it also include provisions for pastureland?

All solicitations are for corrals only

7) What is the number of horses associated with Region 6, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama?

Each contractor must be capable of supporting a minimum of 120 Wild Horse and Burro’s (WHB)s, up to a maximum of 400 per year.

8) What is the criteria related to fencing and corrals specified in the RFP for region 6?

Section 2.1 of the Statement of Work describes the corral facility requirements.

9) What are the contractor’s responsibilities concerning the health of the horses?

Section 1.1 of SOW describes the Off-Range Corral Holding Services requirements including feed and feed access, Section 8.0 describes the Health Care Services and Veterinarian requirements, and Section 9.0 describes the Hoof Trimming requirements.

10) If a horse becomes ill, will a veterinarian be involved? What protocols are expected in such circumstances?

Section 8.0 of SOW describes the Health Care Services and Veterinarian requirements.

11) I have experience in rescuing and rehabilitating Mustangs. My facility is in the NY Catskills.

140L0126R0005, Region 5 solicitation

12) I am located in west central Illinois, where can I find the solicitation for Illinois?

140L0126R0002, Region 2 solicitation

13) For solicitation, 140L0126R0002 region 2, it says it is “unrestricted” but I see there are multiple areas that describe the solicitation as being a Women-owned small business set-aside (WOSB). Please confirm whether this is intended to be a WOSB set-aside or whether it’s full and open for all business types?

This acquisition is open to all large and small businesses.

14) For region 2, what is the anticipated annual volume or typical number of animals per task order.

The actual population of each contractor’s facility will fluctuate throughout the year. Each contractor must be capable of supporting a minimum of 120 Wild Horse and Burro’s (WHB)s, up to a maximum of 400. Animal loads will be coordinating with the national shipping coordinator and placement events will be scheduled in advance.

15) For planning purposes, are most task orders in the range of 100-200 animals, 200-300 animals, or another range?

The actual population of each contractor’s facility will fluctuate throughout the year. Each contractor must be capable of supporting a minimum of 120 Wild Horse and Burro’s (WHB)s, up to a maximum of 400. Animal loads will be coordinating with the national shipping coordinator and placement events will be scheduled in advance.

16) For planning adoption and public events at the facility, approximately how many visitors should we anticipate per on-site adoption/sale event?

Generally 100’s of people attend placement events in Eastern States.

17) What is the typical length of stay (turnover) for animals at off-range corrals in the Eastern States?

Are animals generally held for weeks, months, or longer before adoption, sale, or transfer?

Length of time will vary depending on the placement event schedule and transportation logistics. Animals may only rest overnight or be held for weeks to months for placement events.

18) What are the minimum insurance requirements (types and limits) for this contract? Will specific coverage amounts be identified in the task orders, or should we assume standard commercial insurance?

The Contractor shall maintain, at its own expense and in full force for the duration of the contract, the following insurance coverage with minimum limits:

Coverage Type Minimum Required Limit

Workers’ Compensation & Employers Liability

Statutory; Employer’s Liability ≥ $100,000

Commercial General Liability (Bodily Injury) $500,000 per occurrence

Property Damage Liability

Included if necessary under contract conditions

Automobile Liability (Owned, Non-Owned, Hired)

$200,000 per person / $500,000 per occurrence / $20,000 property damage

19) I was wondering if you were needing any more room for horses to be fed in Huntington, Utah?

The current solicitations that are out are for Eastern States.

20) For region 6, are horses/burros required to remain in individual/group corrals at all times or is it acceptable for them to be let to pasture (30-60 acres) and brought up to a designated lot daily for grain and observation?

Animals are required to be sorted and remain sorted primarily by their age, sex, and species. They can be out on pasture as long as they remain sorted by those criteria and can be brought in to smaller corrals as needed.

21) Are horses/burros required to be sorted and remain sorted per age/sex/species etc at all times or are they allowed to intermix within designated pasture area with the option to sort into corrals or smaller pens as needed?

Animals are required to be sorted and remain sorted primarily by their age, sex, and species.

22) What is the estimated or average time frame any particular group of horses/burros would be located on an ORC? Would delivery/relocation of horses be frequent (every 30-60 days) or would a delivery of horses/burros expect to stay in same ORC 6+ months. In short, what is the turnover rate?

Length of time will vary depending on the placement event schedule and transportation logistics. Animals may only rest overnight or be held for weeks to months for placement events.

23) We have a horse farm in Virginia, we are veteran owned, what is the amount of time allowed to get facilities prepped before contract begins?

Time will vary based on evaluations.

24) Are grants available for the purpose of getting facilities prepped?

BLM does not have grants available and potential vendors would be responsible for the infrastructure and maintenance.

25) To adopt, you need 6 foot fencing. Is it the same requirement for the temporary facilities, or higher?

Section 2.1 of the Statement of Work describes the corral facility requirements.

26) I read you need the ability to provide vet and farrier.

Does the contract proposal need to include cost of maintenance, or are those separate costs the BLM pays for when needed?

The contractor must submit pricing for all expenses related to vet and farrier care. BLM will not provide assistance.

27) Can we visit a current Off-range facility for information and to ask questions? Are you able to connect us with the nearest facility, or a program manager?

Existing off-range corral facility information can be found here https://www.blm.gov/programs/wild-horse-and-burro/adoption-and-sales/adoption-centers

28) Do year 1 costs per horse include capital costs or keep those out?

Capital costs should not be included

29) In the cost sheet for hoof trimming there is the number 50 per quantity, is that only what you want done each year for bid (50 horses trimmed in one year 2-3 times) or is that just an example.

That is an example, hoof trimming needs will depend upon the animal’s needs on site.

https://www.blm.gov/programs/wild-horse-and-burro/adoption-and-sales/adoption-centers https://www.blm.gov/programs/wild-horse-and-burro/adoption-and-sales/adoption-centers

30) In the cost sheet for carcass disposal there is a 3 quantity. Should the bid only include 3 carcasses disposed per year?

This is an estimate for the cost proposal examples.

31) Where can I find the solicitation for Kentucky? 140L0126R0001, Region 1.

32) Will the award cover costs associated with establishing and investing in materials ( associated corral fencing and equipment) to establish and set up compliant coral infrastructure?

No

33) If the offeror has not had any previous Government contracts re past performance what does one use as past performance experience?

Credit will not be given if there is no past performance, but you be penalized.

34) Is there a minimum number of animals that must be accommodated per year or throughout the project life cycle (5 years). Can I propose to accommodate 10 animals per year?

The actual population of each contractor’s facility will fluctuate throughout the year. Each contractor must be capable of supporting a minimum of 120 Wild Horse and Burro’s (WHB)s, up to a maximum of 400 per year.

35) There is a150-acre equine facility in New York with existing infrastructure, experienced staff, and the capacity to support both pasture-based holding and structured handling environments. Are new entrants to the ORC program typically brought on through full solicitations only, or are there pathways such as subcontracting or pilot arrangements that precede formal awards?

Agencies like the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), which oversee the Off-Range Corral (ORC) program, predominantly onboard new facilities through formal solicitation and contracting processes—typically via full Requests for Proposals (RFPs) issued on platforms such as SAM.gov.

36) Does BLM consider geographic expansion (e.g., Northeast-based facilities) as part of its long-term capacity strategy?

BLM is looking for off-range corral services in the Northeast currently with solicitation 140L0126R0005 covering Region 5: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland

37) Are there specific facility or capability benchmarks that prospective offerors should meet prior to responding to a solicitation?

Section 2.1 of the Statement of Work describes the corral facility requirements.

38) Do I have to have an existing set up or is that something the BLM would fund ?

You would need to meet the contract requirements, the BLM does not fund the infrastructure or maintenance.

39) Would a small holding facility for like a half dozen mustangs be something the BLM is interested in funding?

We are looking for corral facilities with the capacity to hold a minimum of 120 animals at this time. Smaller facilities could engage with our Forever Branded partnership.

40) How small can a facility be to be considered? We are looking for corral facilities with the capacity to hold a minimum of 120 animals at this time. Smaller facilities could engage with our Forever Branded partnership.

41) Would the BLM actually fund the set up for housing and hay purchases/health care the mustangs would need?

You would need to meet the contract requirements, the BLM does not fund the infrastructure or maintenance.

Animal care costs would need to be included cost proposals.

42) Where can I find the solicitation for Alabama? 140L0126R0006, Region 6

43) What are the specific requirements and qualifications for becoming an approved Off-Range Corral contractor?

Requirements can be found in the solicitation located on sam.gov. The specifications can be found in the statement of work section.

44) What If I don’t currently meet standards for what’s needed , what resources are available to help me meet those standards?

BLM does not fund the infrastructure or maintenance for these solicitations.

45) Is smaller-scale or phased participation an option?

We are looking for corral facilities with the capacity to hold a minimum of 120 animals at this time. Smaller facilities could engage with our Forever Branded partnership.

46) Are there opportunities to incorporate training, gentling, or adoption preparation into the program?

Potential vendors interested in gentling and training animals should consider participating in our partnership with Forever Branded.

47) I would need to acquire land and items for set up.

Is there anything that would help with this, or does the program require you to own the land already?

You would need to own the land or have a long-term lease agreement. BLM does not fund the infrastructure or maintenance for these facilities.

48) How do I get paid? Section G.3 under Contract Administration describes the invoicing and payment process.

49) Also, does the government fund us to put up fencing and what not?

BLM does not fund the infrastructure or maintenance for these solicitations.

50) We have the land, just do not have the fence, so we would need to build that. If there is funding, is it like a loan where we pay it back?

BLM does not fund the infrastructure or maintenance for these solicitations.

51) What are the requirements and is there funding available to purchase additional land and equipment for someone interested in becoming a contractor?

BLM does not fund the infrastructure or maintenance for these solicitations.

52) If I were to consider setting up my facility as an adoption event center would this qualify?

Adoption centers can also be through the BLM’s partnership with Forever Branded.

53) Does this need to be a permanent holding facility? Contracts would be for 5 years.

54) Is funding given to purchase all the necessary equipment, i.e. 6' mustang proof panels, chute, the semi offloading ramp, platforms to safely halter mustangs outside the chutes, etc.

BLM does not fund the infrastructure or maintenance for these solicitations.

55) What states are included in this acquisition? • 140L0126R0001 Region 1: Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina

• 140L0126R0002 Region 2: Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio

• 140L0126R0003 Region 3: Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi

• 140L0126R0004 Region 4: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan

• 140L0126R0005 Region 5: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland

• 140L0126R0006 Region 6: Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina

56) When are proposals due? Proposals are due May 29, 2026.

57) How do you submit proposals? Proposals must be submitted through email to lturner@ios.doi.gov

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