SAM #12443926Q0067

USDA Forest Service Plant Surveys for RFSS and Noxious Weeds in Chippewa National Forest

The USDA Forest Service is seeking contractor support for plant surveys in the Chippewa National Forest, focusing on Rare, Forest Sensitive Species (RFSS), noxious weeds, and Watch List species. - Government Buyer: - US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service, Chippewa National Forest - Contracting office: USDA-FS, CSA EAST 1, Atlanta, GA - Services Requested: - Conduct RFSS plant and noxious weed surveys across multiple forest stands in Cass and Itasca counties, MN - Use Random Meander search method with GPS-enabled devices - Mark verification points with paint and flagging - Deliverables include detailed Plant Survey Forms, digital photos, and final reports - Survey periods scheduled for June and August, covering thousands of acres - Products/Materials Required: - Contractor must supply GPS-enabled devices, paint, and flagging materials - Unique Requirements: - Surveys must follow government-furnished maps and forms - Coordination with Contracting Officer Representative (COR) required - Compliance with federal labor and anti-discrimination laws - Incentive payments based on survey item pricing - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is set aside for small businesses under NAICS 541620 - Place of Performance: - Chippewa National Forest, Cass & Itasca counties, MN - Delivery location: Deer River CNF office

Description

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

Solicitation number 12443926Q0067 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Chippewa National Forest RFSS Surveys – Plants.

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 $25.5 million.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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