Cibola National Forest - Cibola Reforestation Tree Shelter Supply Order

The Department of Agriculture Forest Service R3-Southwestern Region seeks supply of 60,000 conical high-UV seedling protection shelters for Cibola National Forest reforestation, with quotations due June 23 and questions due June 16. The procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, open to all responsible small business sources.

Place of performance is the Magdalena Ranger District in Magdalena, New Mexico. Shelters must meet specific dimensional requirements: 7 inches diameter at base, 4 inches diameter at top, and 18 inches in height. The polymer material shall be UV-stabilized, translucent, light off-white in color to reflect solar loads, and must allow sufficient light transmission for photosynthesis while providing shade. Shelters feature a self-staking conical design capable of supporting full body weight for installation without tools. Delivery is FOB Destination to the Magdalena RD Fire Work Center on or before December 31, 2026. Shelters shall be shipped in pallets containing approximately 1,600 to 2,000 units per pallet with protective outdoor storage covering. The delivery location lacks forklift and loading dock capabilities; delivery trucks must be equipped with lifts for unloading. The period of performance runs July 1 through December 31, 2026.

The estimated award amount is $20.5 million. NAICS code is 113210, Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products; PSC is F005. Award will be made on lowest-price-technically-acceptable criteria, with only the lowest-priced offer initially evaluated for technical acceptability. All quotations must include detailed explanation of ability to meet schedule requirements and any limitations in accomplishing requirements. Pricing must be firm for 90 calendar days from offer receipt. All pricing for line items must be submitted or the quotation will be excluded from consideration.