Tree Planting R2

The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, specifically the Rocky Mountain Region 2, is seeking tree planting and related services for lands disturbed by fire, insects, diseases, harvesting, or other causes where forested cover is desired. The pre-solicitation notice represents a Request for Information (RFI) to conduct market research for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Potential vendors must provide comprehensive capabilities demonstrating expertise in tree planting services, including labor, equipment, transportation, and specialized techniques for planting bareroot and container-grown trees. Contractors will be evaluated based on their ability to meet strict quality standards, including maintaining 90% or higher planting quality and adhering to specific temperature and handling requirements for tree stock. The RFI requires interested vendors to submit a five-page response by January 30, 2025, including company information, statements of capability, past project examples, business size details, and responses to a detailed market research questionnaire.

The contract opportunity is not designated for any specific small business set-aside and will be open to various business sizes within the Support Activities for Forestry NAICS category. The estimated project magnitude ranges between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, with payment structures based on per-acre or per-tree rates contingent on site characteristics and quality of work performed. The contract will likely include a base period with four potential option years, allowing for flexible service delivery across the Rocky Mountain Region. Contractors must demonstrate capabilities in complex terrain, including rough landscape navigation, equipment management, crew experience, and robust safety protocols. The Forest Service is particularly interested in vendors who can manage multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining high standards of tree care, transportation, and environmental adaptation.