West Abutment Rock Source Exploratory Core Drilling

The U.S. Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region is seeking a contractor to perform exploratory core drilling services at the West Abutment Rock Source location through solicitation number 1240BE25Q0087. This procurement involves site preparation contracting services under NAICS code 238910, specifically focused on exploratory drilling operations to assess rock source quality and characteristics. The solicitation is structured as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services under FAR Subpart 12.6, establishing a firm-fixed-price contract arrangement. The government has provided three key attachments including the Schedule of Items and Performance Work Statement, Project Map, and Lane County Wage Rates to support bidder preparation. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by September 23, 2025, with no separate written solicitation to follow this announcement.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR Clause 52.219-6, restricting participation to qualifying small businesses with the size standard set at $19 million in annual receipts. The work will be performed in Springfield, Oregon, as indicated by the zip code 97477 and supported by the provided location mapping documentation. The solicitation does not identify any incumbent contractors or provide specific budget ranges for the anticipated award value. The project falls under the PSC category F018 for Natural Resources/Conservation Forest/Range Improvements, reflecting the Forest Service's environmental management mission. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage requirements as outlined in the Lane County Wage Rates documentation provided with the solicitation package.