US Forest Service Industry Days- Asheville, NC

The US Department of Agriculture Forest Service, in partnership with the Small Business Technology Development Center (SBTDC) and the Small Business Administration (SBA), is hosting a two-day Industry Day event on November 3-4, 2025, at the WNC Agricultural Center in Fletcher, North Carolina. This Special Notice announces contracting opportunities specifically focused on Hurricane Helene recovery projects across Pisgah National Forest. The event is designed to connect local businesses and contractors with federal contracting officers and provide direct access to information about upcoming recovery initiatives. Participants will gain insight into the application processes, program requirements, and contracting mechanisms available for disaster recovery work. The event represents a collaborative effort involving multiple states, including Virginia, Tennessee, and South Carolina.

The primary objective of this Industry Day is to facilitate connections between regional contractors and the Forest Service while providing comprehensive support for federal contracting participation. Day 1 features presentations on upcoming recovery projects in key areas including roads, bridges, trails, streams, and boundary line surveying, along with details on application and program requirements. Day 2 offers hands-on technical assistance with SAM.gov registration, Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) applications, financial readiness preparation, and SBA certifications. While no specific eligibility restrictions are stated, the event targets businesses and contractors capable of performing forest recovery work and seeking federal contracting opportunities. Interested contractors should register through sbtdc.org/events/forest-service-industry-day, and the event will highlight the National Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR BPA) solicitation available on SAM.gov.