In-Stream and Log Hauling Services - Mining Reach Phase II

The U.S. Forest Service, Department of Agriculture, Region 6-Pacific Northwest Region is soliciting proposals for in-stream and log hauling services related to the Wind River Mining Reach Phase II restoration project in Carson, Washington. The work encompasses stream habitat restoration for endangered lower Columbia Steelhead, including felling and transporting large diameter trees (22"-43" DBH) with root wads attached, constructing engineered log jams, and rehabilitating work areas. Key contract requirements include furnishing all heavy equipment with qualified operators, using fish-safe hydraulic fluid on equipment working in the floodplain, and completing in-stream work within a strict operational window from August 1 through September 30. Evaluation will be based on technical capability (relevant experience, past performance within the last three years, and Quality Control Plan) as the significantly more important factor, with price as a secondary consideration. The deadline for submission of questions was extended to January 19, 2026 at noon PST, and proposals are due January 26, 2026 at noon PST, to be submitted electronically to Contracting Officer Darnell Williams.

This solicitation is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry) with a small business size standard of $11.5 million, and no incumbent contractor is identified. The contract will be structured as a requirements contract with both Firm Fixed Price and Time and Materials contract line items for a five-year base performance period running from February 1, 2026 through January 31, 2031. Key numerical details include approximately 80 trees to be directionally pulled using a cable yarder, 700 hours of excavator time, 550 hours of grapple skidder operation, and 100 hours of log truck hauling, with incentive payments available for minimizing tree damage during felling operations. The project is located approximately 45 miles northeast of Carson, Washington, in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest's Mt. Adams Ranger District, with work performed in the Wind River Watershed across multiple township and range sections in the project area.