Heavy Lift Helicopter-Instream Restoration Services

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation is attached.

This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). Submit written quotes on RFQ Number AG-04T1-S-11-0017 The government intends to issue a Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity, Firm Fixed-Price IDIQ contract (Base year with 2 option years).

This contract is a for helicopter services and associated support services for the purpose of yarding logs and logs with rootwads attached from storage areas adjacent to or nearby streams and place logs within or adjoining stream courses at locations and orientations to be specified by the Forest Service. Work sites may be on any Umpqua National Forest land or adjacent land if authorized. The anticipated performance time is date of contract award through July 31, 2014.

Note: prospective awardee shall be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) data base prior to award. Information on registration may be obtained via the internet at: http://www.ccr.gov or by calling 1-888-227-2423. All contractors and vendors must complete the electronic version of the Representations and Certifications (Section K in Solicitations) in the ORCA system. The ORCA site is http://www.bpn.gov - click on the Online Reps and Certs Application.

Provision and Clauses: See attached solicitation.

Quote Due Date: Quotes shall be received by, August 1, 2011 at 1600 (4:00 pm PST). Quotes may be mailed to Umpqua National Forest, 2900 NE Stewart Parkway, Roseburg, OR 97471 or may be faxed to 541-957-3223.