ENF Placerville Nursery CON-FY26 Wax Box (Supply) Purchase
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 127EAS26Q0010
- Agency
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Forest Service
Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 322211 Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing
- PSC
- 8115 Boxes, Cartons, And Crates
- Place of performance
- Camino, California, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Forest Service Eldorado National Forest is soliciting proposals for the procurement of 10,000 waxed fiberboard boxes used to transport conifer seedlings from the Placerville Nursery to multiple locations across California, Nevada, and Idaho in support of reforestation efforts. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) number 127EAS26Q0010 requires boxes with specific technical specifications including 21" x 12" x 12" outside dimensions, wax coating on inside and outside surfaces, full overlapping bottom flaps, a 200 lb burst test rating, handle cutouts, and waterproof adhesive in brown color. Award will be made to the responsible offeror providing the best value based on price, lead time, past performance, and technical compliance with specifications. Offerors must submit their proposals by January 29, 2026, at 1500 PT, and any questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by January 28, 2026, at 1200 PT. The solicitation was amended on January 28, 2026, to include expedited delivery requirements, with an optional line item requesting pricing for delivery of 2,000 boxes by February 6, 2026.
This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 322211 (Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing) with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees. All responsible sources may submit quotations for consideration, and bidders must maintain active registration in SAM.gov with a current UEI number at the time of submission. The contract value is not specified in the solicitation documents. Delivery of the 10,000 boxes must be completed within 45 calendar days after receipt of order, with delivery to the Placerville Nursery located at 2375 Fruitridge Road, Camino, CA 95709 in Eldorado County, California. Offerors must submit completed SF 1449 forms, cost proposals in Excel format, a past performance questionnaire covering the past five years with a maximum of five relevant contracts, and representations and certifications. The Contracting Officer for this procurement is Klenise Wallace, with Katherine Sparks serving as the Contracting Officer Representative.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12 that includes the following Deviation(s): (1) This solicitation uses and requires completion of the SF 1449 for offeror responsive determination. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. All contractors interested in responding to this solicitation must have an Active Registration in SAM.gov with a current UEI number at the time of offer/quote submittal.
(1) Action Code. 81 – Containers, Packaging, and Packing Supplies
(2) Original Posting Date. 01/27/2026
Amendment Posting Date: 01/28/2026
(3) Project Title/Subject. ENF Placerville Nursery CON-FY26 Wax Box (Supply) Purchase
(4) Description. The United States Forest Service (USFS) Eldorado National Forest (ENF) - Placerville Nursery FY26 Wax Boxes order is a supply purchase of 10,000 waxed fiberboard boxes used to box and safely transport conifer seedlings from the Placerville Nursery to multiple locations across the state of California, Nevada, and Idaho in support of reforestation efforts.
(5) North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code. 322211, Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing The small business size standard is 1,2505
(6) Product or Service Code (PSC). 8115, Boxes, Cartons and Crates
(7) Delivery Location. The boxes shall be delivered to the Placerville Nursery located at 2375 Fruitridge Road, Camino, CA 95709 in Eldorado County.
(8) Solicitation Number. 127EAS26Q0010 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).
(9) Line-Item Number. 3-line items are anticipated. See the schedule of items in attachments.
(10) Set-aside Status. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
(11) Closing Response Date. 01/29/2026 no later than 1500 PT. Offer submissions must include the solicitation number in the subject of the email(s) and contractor’s name. (e.g. Offer, 127EAS25Q0001, ABC Company). The interested Contractor is responsible for verifying receipt of proposal by the Contracting Officer.
(12) Cutoff for Questions. 01/28/2026 no later than 1200 PT. Questions must be submitted via email to klenise.wallace@usda.gov and bradley.king@usda.gov to prevent response delays. All inquiries must include the solicitation number (Item 8 herein) in the subject of the email. (e.g. Questions, 127EAS25Q0001, ABC Company)
(13) Site Visit. The Forest Service will not offer a site visit.
(14) Contact Point or Contracting Officer. Klenise Wallace, Klenise.wallace@usda.gov. All questions pertaining to this upcoming solicitation must be submitted in writing, via email to this contact.
(15) Contracting Office Address. 333 Broadway Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.
Tips for Submission.
a. Read the solicitation carefully and ensure that proposals include all documents specified in Attachment 1.
b. Ensure all questions have been addressed prior to quoter/offer/proposal submission.
c. Ensure all correspondence includes the solicitation number (at item 8), the contractor’s name and correspondence purpose (e.g. Email Purpose, 127EAS25Q0001, ABC Company)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Contract award information will be provided under an Award Notice via SAM.gov after the Government completes evaluation of quotes/offers if a Best Value Determination can be made. The contract award notice will contain only the following:
(16) Contract Award Date. The anticipated award date is 01/30/2026
(17) Contract Type. Anticipated award is a FFP Purchase Order
(17) Contract Award Dollar Amount. To be determined following evaluation of competitive proposals.
(18) Contract Award Number. To be determined following evaluation of competitive proposals.
(19) Contractor. To be determined following evaluation of competitive proposals.
Update #1 ·
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12 that includes the following Deviation(s): (1) This solicitation uses and requires completion of the SF 1449 for offeror responsive determination. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. All contractors interested in responding to this solicitation must have an Active Registration in SAM.gov with a current UEI number at the time of offer/quote submittal.
(1) Action Code. 81 – Containers, Packaging, and Packing Supplies
(2) Posting Date. 01/27/2026
(3) Project Title/Subject. ENF Placerville Nursery CON-FY26 Wax Box (Supply) Purchase
(4) Description. The United States Forest Service (USFS) Eldorado National Forest (ENF) - Placerville Nursery FY26 Wax Boxes order is a supply purchase of 10,000 waxed fiberboard boxes used to box and safely transport conifer seedlings from the Placerville Nursery to multiple locations across the state of California, Nevada, and Idaho in support of reforestation efforts.
(5) North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code. 322211, Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing The small business size standard is 1,2505
(6) Product or Service Code (PSC). 8115, Boxes, Cartons and Crates
(7) Delivery Location. The boxes shall be delivered to the Placerville Nursery located at 2375 Fruitridge Road, Camino, CA 95709 in Eldorado County.
(8) Solicitation Number. 127EAS26Q0010 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).
(9) Line-Item Number. 2-line items are anticipated. See the schedule of items in attachments.
(10) Set-aside Status. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
(11) Closing Response Date. 01/29/2026 no later than 1500 PT. Offer submissions must include the solicitation number in the subject of the email(s) and contractor’s name. (e.g. Offer, 127EAS25Q0001, ABC Company). The interested Contractor is responsible for verifying receipt of proposal by the Contracting Officer.
(12) Cutoff for Questions. 01/28/2026 no later than 1200 PT. Questions must be submitted via email to klenise.wallace@usda.gov and bradley.king@usda.gov to prevent response delays. All inquiries must include the solicitation number (Item 8 herein) in the subject of the email. (e.g. Questions, 127EAS25Q0001, ABC Company)
(13) Site Visit. The Forest Service will not offer a site visit.
(14) Contact Point or Contracting Officer. Klenise Wallace, Klenise.wallace@usda.gov. All questions pertaining to this upcoming solicitation must be submitted in writing, via email to this contact.
(15) Contracting Office Address. 333 Broadway Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.
Tips for Submission.
a. Read the solicitation carefully and ensure that proposals include all documents specified in Attachment 1.
b. Ensure all questions have been addressed prior to quoter/offer/proposal submission.
c. Ensure all correspondence includes the solicitation number (at item 8), the contractor’s name and correspondence purpose (e.g. Email Purpose, 127EAS25Q0001, ABC Company)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Contract award information will be provided under an Award Notice via SAM.gov after the Government completes evaluation of quotes/offers if a Best Value Determination can be made. The contract award notice will contain only the following:
(16) Contract Award Date. The anticipated award date is 01/30/2026
(17) Contract Type. Anticipated award is a FFP Purchase Order
(17) Contract Award Dollar Amount. To be determined following evaluation of competitive proposals.
(18) Contract Award Number. To be determined following evaluation of competitive proposals.
(19) Contractor. To be determined following evaluation of competitive proposals.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| A7-1_A5. Photos of Wax Boxes.pdf | ||
| A7-1_A6. Drawing, Wax boxes 2026.pdf | ||
| A7. A1_SF30&Terms_127EAS26Q0010-0001.pdf | ||
| A7-1_A2. SOI_127EAS26Q0010-0001.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| A6_A1. SF1449&Terms, 127EAS26Q0010.pdf | ||
| A6_A3. PastPerfQuest127EAS26Q0010.pdf | ||
| A6_A2. SOI_127EAS26Q0010.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| A6_A4. Reps and Certs_FILLABLE.docx | DOCX document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| ENF Placerville Nursery CON-FY26 Wax Box (Supply) Purchase | Award Notice | |
| This notice | Solicitation |
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