FIRE/BIL: Tree/Brush Removal Agassiz NWR, Middle R

The U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a small business contractor to perform tree and brush removal services at the Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge in Middle River, Minnesota. The project involves clearing woody vegetation on refuge levees to enhance firebreaks, with specific requirements for mowing, grinding, cutting, and treating tree stumps. Contractors must complete the work by June 1st, 2025, and follow strict environmental management guidelines, including herbicide treatments for stumps over 4 inches in diameter. The solicitation (140FS225Q0084) requires a two-volume proposal that addresses technical capabilities, past performance, equipment, and project timeline. Evaluation criteria will prioritize technical experience and past performance over price, with proposals due by 5:00 pm ET on March 28, 2025.

The contract is 100% set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry) with a size standard of $11.5 million. The project covers approximately 4.01 miles of levee across two work areas, with Area 1 spanning 2.20 miles and Area 2 covering 1.81 miles. The government intends to award a firm fixed-price contract with a period of performance from April 1st to June 1st, 2025. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and use the U.S. Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for payments. The estimated contract value is not explicitly stated, but contractors are required to provide detailed pricing for vegetation removal and chemical application. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to conduct a pre-bid site visit to fully understand the project's scope and specific environmental requirements.