SAM #12443926Q0069

USDA Forest Service Ottawa National Forest Plant Survey Services (2026-2027)

The USDA Forest Service is seeking small business contractors to conduct comprehensive plant surveys across 350 stands (totaling 7,992 acres) in the Ottawa National Forest, Michigan, over the 2026 and 2027 field seasons. - Government Buyer: - USDA Forest Service, Ottawa National Forest, CSA East 1 - Scope of Work: - Survey for Regional Forester’s Sensitive plants, State of Michigan listed plants, priority non-native invasive plants, plants of potential viability concern, and plants of cultural significance - Survey 350 stands, with at least 30% (minimum 105 stands) surveyed twice - Total area: 7,992 acres across Ontonagon, Houghton, and Iron Counties - Surveys divided into three geographic bid items by ranger district - Contractor to provide all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, supplies, and incidentals (except government-furnished property) - Products/Services Requested: - Botanist survey services for 350 stands - No specific OEMs, part numbers, or commercial products required - Notable Requirements: - Surveys must follow Ottawa National Forest Botany Program Protocol - Survey window: May 15 to September 15 (2026 and/or 2027) - All surveys completed by September 15, 2027; final paperwork due by October 15, 2027 - Progressive completion required, with at least 3 weeks between consecutive surveys in a stand - Set aside for small businesses under NAICS 541620 - Locations: - Ottawa National Forest, including Kenton, Ontonagon, and Watersmeet Ranger Districts - Counties: Ontonagon, Houghton, Iron - Contracting office: USDA-FS, CSA EAST 1, Atlanta, GA

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes only the solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 12443926Q0069 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Silver Branch Plant Survey Contract 3. The purpose of the contract is to survey specified areas of the Ottawa National Forest for the presence of Regional Forester’s Sensitive plants, State of Michigan listed plants, other plants of potential viability concern, priority non-native invasive plants, and plants of cultural significance.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 541620  The small business size standard is $19 M.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

The period of performance start date of June 1, 2026 is estimated and could change.

At least 3 weeks must pass between consecutive surveys in a stand. All surveys must be completed by September 15, 2027. All results and completed paperwork must be submitted by October 15, 2027.

The Contractor shall progressively accomplish the work at a rate that will result in completion of the contract within the time specified.

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, supplies, and incidentals (except those designated as Government-furnished property listed in the Statement of Work).

Questions shall be submitted via email to christopher.j.hamilton@usda.gov and are due no later than May 14, 2026, at 1200 PM Central Time.

Quotes shall be submitted via email to christopher.j.hamilton@usda.gov and are due no later than May 22, 2026, at 1200 PM, Central Time.

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