Shepherd/Acton Fuels Reduction FY26

Past New Requirement Updated

Agency
Solicitation expected
Estimated value
$500,000 to $999,000
Set-aside
Total Small Business

Forecast facts

Anticipated award
Through
Acquisition strategy
Pre-existing Contract Vehicle - Order - Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) or BPA
NAICS code
115310 Support Activities for Forestry
Place of performance
billings, MT
Forecast number
47943
Points of contact

Forecast details come from the GSA Acquisition Gateway. Agencies' dates and values are estimates.

About this forecast

The Department of the Interior is procuring mechanical mastication and grinding/shredding services to treat conifer encroachment and reduce wildfire risk on forestry units near Shepherd and Acton, Montana, under a Total Small Business set-aside; the solicitation was released on June 16, 2026, with an estimated award date of August 1, 2026. Equipment used must have a minimum head lift height of 12.5 feet, and work encompasses two project areas located approximately 8 miles northeast of Shepherd and 11 miles north of Acton.

The estimated award value ranges from $500,000 to $999,000 under a firm fixed-price delivery order contract. Performance takes place in Billings, Montana, with a period of performance from August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027. Shane Mundt, Department of the Interior Solicitation Contact, is available at shane_mundt@ios.doi.gov or 406-594-9282.

Forecast text

It is the primary objective of this contract to treat conifer encroachment on the unit to  improve wildlife habitat and reduce the potential scope and consequences of a wildfire.  Accomplish mechanical mastication,  grinding/shredding of material by equipment with a minimum head lift height of 12.5 feet. The project is located in two areas, the first approximately 8 miles northeast of Shepherd, Montana and the second approximately 11 miles north of Acton, Montana.  

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