Award
Purchase Order #140FS326P0266
Fire Mastication Services Contract at Mississippi Grand Bay NWR
Buyer
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Award Amount
$140,410.56
Ceiling
$140,410.56
Awarded
September 18, 2026
Period of Performance
Sep 18, 2026 – Sep 15, 2027
Identifier
140FS326P0266
NAICS
115310
This contract represents a purchase order awarded for specialized fire mastication services at Mississippi's Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The recipient, Viridescent Contracting, LLC, is engaged in providing ecological and land management solutions, focusing on fire prevention and habitat restoration. The awarded contract covers the mowing and grinding of vegetation to reduce wildfire risks and promote healthy ecosystem maintenance. This work is significant for the protection of the refuge's delicate habitats and supports the agency's wildfire mitigation efforts. The scope involves on-site vegetation mastication tasks to manage fuel loads and maintain refuge safety. The contract was awarded through a direct purchase order process, indicating a targeted acquisition approach likely based on expertise or previous performance. The contract spans a one-year performance period, commencing in late 2026 and concluding in late 2027. The work will be performed in Moss Point, Mississippi, within the refuge area, ensuring focused ecological impact in the region.
Description
MS GRAND BAY NWR FIRE MASTICATION HELENA