MN -Glacial Ridge NWR -FUEL REDUCTION

The Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service seeks removal of trees and woody vegetation across 1,763 acres at Glacial Ridge National Wildlife Refuge in Minnesota, with proposals due August 18, 2026. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 238910 (Site Preparation Contractors), with a $19 million size standard.

Performance extends from August 1 through December 31, 2026, at Glacial Ridge NWR in Polk County, Minnesota. Work involves mechanical removal of standing woody vegetation ranging from 1 inch to 3 inches diameter at breast height using heavy equipment such as rotary mowers, mulching machines, or chipping equipment. Material less than 6 inches DBH may be mowed or mulched to a maximum size of 2 inches and length of 1 foot, while larger material must be cut and piled with maximum dimensions of 30 feet by 30 feet by 20 feet high, located 500 or more feet from roads. All stumps must be flush cut to a maximum 4 inches above ground level. Contractor-furnished property and services include all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, fuel, and supplies. The government recommends pre-award site visits.

This is a firm fixed-price contract. Service Contract Labor Standards apply with applicable wage rates from Wage Determination 2015-4971 for Polk County, Minnesota, including prevailing wages, health and welfare benefits of $5.55 per hour, and paid sick leave requirements under Executive Order 13706.

Evaluation weighs technical capability and past performance significantly more important than price. Quotations must be submitted electronically to Robert_sung@ios.doi.gov with technical capability statements demonstrating understanding of the work and site conditions, and pricing submitted separately. Questions must be submitted in writing to Robert_Sung@fws.gov at least three days before the due date.