Reforestation hayman burn area

This solicitation from the Department of Agriculture Forest Service seeks a contractor to plant approximately 500 acres with 134 seedlings per acre across multiple units in the Hayman burn area of the Pike National Forest in Woodland Park, Colorado. The contractor must furnish all labor, equipment, supervision, insurance, transportation, supplies, and incidentals to plant primarily ponderosa pine and Douglas fir plugs according to specifications utilizing legacy and spacing planting techniques, protecting and shading seedlings, following quality control and assurance plans, and complying with applicable safety, security, and environmental standards. The period of performance is 14 days with an estimated start date of April 1, 2024 and proposals are due by March 15, 2024.

The set-aside is designated for total small business. The contractor must have necessary certifications and follow all laws regarding employing migrant workers. The place of performance encompasses 500 acres to be planted with 67,000 seedlings total in Woodland Park, Colorado over a 14 day period.