Native Seed Purchase

The Oregon Military Department is seeking native seed mixes for post-burn rehabilitation within the Najaf Training Area (Camp Adair) located in Benton County, Oregon. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) targets two specific habitat areas: a 7-acre Wetland Prairie/Bioswale requiring 4-6 lbs/ac of seed and a 30-acre Disturbed Ground/Open Woodland area requiring 6-8 lbs/ac of seed. The procurement aims to enhance habitat and provide competition for invasive species through native seed mixes containing native grasses, sedges, and forbs. Quotes must be submitted by September 8, 2023, at 10:00 AM and will remain valid for 60 calendar days. Bidders are required to provide pricing per pound delivered FOB Adair, Oregon, and must include comprehensive company information including name, address, authorized representative details, contact information, and UEI number. The single point of contact for all inquiries is Sam Goff from the Oregon Military Department.

The RFQ documentation does not specify any explicit set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or preferences for specific types of vendors. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing contractors, nor are there details about the specific budget range or potential award value for this native seed procurement. The solicitation appears to be an open competition for vendors capable of supplying native Willamette Valley seed mixes that meet the specified habitat restoration requirements. Potential bidders should carefully review the technical specifications and be prepared to provide seed mixes that can effectively support habitat rehabilitation in the designated training area. While the document does not outline specific evaluation criteria beyond pricing, vendors should ensure their seed mixes align precisely with the ecological restoration objectives of the Oregon Military Department.