Wolfhole lake LRP-s. Seeding application

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Arizona Region is seeking a contractor to perform seeding application services for the Wolfhole Lake Landscape Restoration Project's South Unit. The project involves applying native seed mix to 273 acres of BLM-administered lands in Mohave County, Arizona, with the goal of improving vegetative species diversity, wildlife habitat, and rangeland health. The solicitation will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, assessing offerors based on Technical Approach, Past Experience, and Total Price. Potential contractors must demonstrate at least one year of experience in similar seeding treatments and submit comprehensive technical references. Key submission dates include questions due by June 9, 2025, at 12:00 pm MDT, and quotes due by June 13, 2025, at 12:00 pm MDT, with electronic submissions required to Rachel Henriques and Lisa Hariper.

The contract is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 115112, with a $9.5 million size standard. The project is scheduled for implementation between August 1 and September 1, 2025, with contractors required to pick up seed from the Arizona Strip District Office in St. George, Utah, and apply it within 5 days of receipt. Contractors must use 4-wheel drive vehicles to access the remote project site and comply with specific operational guidelines, including dust abatement, safety protocols, and environmental considerations. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price award, with the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer receiving the contract. The seeding will be performed at a rate of approximately 13.3 lbs per acre, using specialized ground equipment to ensure uniform seed distribution across the project area.