Willamette National Forest Vault and Toilet Pumping

The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Region (Region 6), is seeking a small business contractor to provide vault and toilet pumping services for the Willamette National Forest. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) solicitation number 1240BK25Q0026 requires a contractor to perform septic system and vault/pit toilet pumping and debris removal across five ranger districts: Detroit, McKenzie River, Middle Fork, Sweet Home, and an additional unspecified district. Contractors must quote fixed firm pricing for pumping services, including mileage, waste removal, and disposal, with the option to offer discounts for combined trips. The solicitation requires vendors to handle waste disposal at commercial treatment facilities, comply with OSHA and local regulations, and provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and vehicles. Quotes are due by June 10, 2025, with the initial contract period running from July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025.

The procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 562991 with a size standard of $9 million, meaning only small businesses can compete for this contract. The contract includes a base period and two potential one-year option periods, with service frequencies varying by location from annual to once every three years. The highest service demand will be during the summer recreation season from April 1 through October 30, covering various recreation sites including campgrounds, trailheads, snow parks, and boat launches. Sites differ in vault size, accessibility, and location, with some situated on rough roads or having seasonal access. Multiple awards may be made by district, and contractors can bid on specific ranger districts or indicate potential price reductions for combined service areas. The place of performance is Springfield, Oregon, with service locations spread across the Willamette National Forest's ranger districts.