Qual springs & COX pond ES&r seeding

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Arizona Region is seeking a contractor to perform emergency stabilization and rehabilitation seeding on 1,606 acres across two sites: Quail Springs and Cox Pond in Mohave County, Arizona. The project involves GPS-guided seeding of native plant species to restore vegetation and wildlife habitat in burned land areas, with specific seed application rates varying by location. The solicitation (No. 140L6425Q0018) will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation methodology, assessing contractors on their Technical Approach, Past Experience, and Total Price. Potential bidders must demonstrate at least one year of similar seeding application experience and submit a detailed technical statement with three references. Key dates include a June 9, 2025 deadline for questions and a June 13, 2025 deadline for quote submissions, both to be sent electronically to the contracting officers Rachel Henriques and Lisa Hariper.

The contract is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 115112 with a size standard of $9.5 million, targeting contractors specializing in soil preparation, planting, and cultivating. The performance period is from August 15, 2025 to September 15, 2025, requiring contractors to use 4-wheel drive vehicles and follow strict guidelines for seed distribution and environmental protection. Seed mixes will include native species such as Lewis Flax, Desert Globemallow, Forage Kochia, Indian Ricegrass, and shrubs like Cliffrose and Fourwing Saltbush. The project will be administered by the BLM AZ State Office in Phoenix, with delivery to the Arizona Strip District Office in St. George, Utah. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the contract will be awarded as a Firm Fixed Price based on per-acre pricing, with contractors bidding on all line items across the designated treatment areas.