Attachment 2 NC Statewide 2001-0233 Rev 44 (12-27-2021).pdf

This document is a solicitation for multiple blanket purchase agreements for vegetation management services on National Forests in North Carolina. The solicitation is set aside for total small business and seeks contractors to provide services such as timber stand improvement, tree planting, and chemical spill plans across 11 National Forest districts. The period of performance is 5 years from award.

Pricing will be determined at the call level on a lowest price technically acceptable basis among BPA holders. Contractors must be able to cover specific locations and tasks or portions of North Carolina. Historically, 57 projects valued over $2.4 million have been awarded in the area. Responses are due May 3rd via email. Services must comply with sustainable acquisition and environmentally preferable product policies. Invoices will be submitted through IPP.gov.

The solicitation will be evaluated based on relevant experience, past performance, and technical capability. Technical capability is the most important factor for BPA award. Experience providing similar forestry services must be demonstrated. Past performance references may be contacted. The final BPAs will provide contractors with fair opportunity to compete for future calls.