Thinning & Handpiling

Presolicitation Notice

Solicitation Number AG-04M3-S-09-258544

Response Date: 05/15/2009

Solicitation Issue Date: 04/15/2009

100% Set-Aside for small Business

NAICS: 115310 Forestry Services, $16.5 million





THINNING AND HAND PILING ON THE WHITMAN RANGER DISTRICT ON THE WALLOWA-WHITMAN NATIONAL FOREST





This solicitation will result in a unique arrangement that includes multiple-award, multiple year, indefinite-quantity contracts with a minimum obligation. Only those Contractors receiving an award under this solicitation will be given the opportunity to submit quotes on proposed task orders for the Whitman Ranger District. Although other Districts on the Wallowa Whitman National Forest may use these contracts, there is no obligation for them to use these contracts.



This project requires stand density management and will be primarily Thinning and Hand Piling. It incorporates silvicultural treatments through the process of felling trees to meet spacing, sanitation, quality selection, and slash fuel reduction requirements. Due to NEPA requirements, use of motorized equipment other than hand-held equipment such as power saws and brush cutters will not be permitted off designated roads in the project area without approval of the Contracting Officer. Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, operating supplies, inspections and incidentals.



This project is located on the Whitman Ranger District on the Wallowa Whitman National Forest. Contract maps showing project locations and access will be attached to the solicitation when posted.



For technical questions about this project please contact the Contracting Officers Representative, Dave Jampolsky at (541) 523-1973.