SAM #DOILFBO260023

Request for Information for Temporary Cattle Housing and Care Services

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking information from dairy farms and ranches for temporary cattle housing and care services due to wildland fire displacement. - Agency: Bureau of Land Management, Washington DC Office (Department of the Interior) - Purpose: Identify service providers for temporary housing and care of displaced cattle (steers, heifers, cows, bred cattle, bulls) - Duration: Up to two years - Requirements: - Facility holding capacity and availability timeframe - Animal type preferences and facility descriptions - Compliance with import and health certification requirements - Feed availability, storage, and support for feed purchase/transportation - Maintenance of animal health standards - Ability to isolate cattle from existing herds - Veterinary support - Identification as dairy farm or ranch - No specific vendors or OEMs mentioned; this is an RFI to gather information - Unique requirements include separation from existing herds, health standards, and veterinary support - Only service capabilities are sought; no products requested

Description

THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR PROPOSALS. THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATIONThe Bureau of Land Management is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to identify dairy farms and ranches with the capability and interest to provide temporary housing and care for cattle displaced by recent wildland fires. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment for procurement.BACKGROUNDRecent wildland fires have significantly impacted ranchers, creating an urgent need for alternative, short and long term cattle housing. The Government is seeking information on facilities that can provide safe, compliant, and reliable support for affected livestock for an estimated period of up to two years.REQUESTED INFORMATIONRespondents are asked to provide detailed information regarding their capabilities, including:* Holding capacity (number and type of livestock that can be supported)* Timeframe and length of availability* Animal type preferences (steers, heifers, cows, bred cattle, bulls)* Location and description of facilities* Import requirements and required health certifications* Feed availability * Ability to provide feed onsite or support purchase/transportation* Capacity to store feed on site* Animal health requirements and standards maintained* Ability to separate or isolate cattle from existing herds as required* Veterinary support availability* Identification as a dairy farm or ranch operationADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis RFI is solely intended to gather information. No solicitation is anticipated to be issued, and no contract is anticipated to be awarded as a direct result of this notice. Information received may be shared with impacted ranchers and others, who may independently contact respondents if a need arises.The Capability statements shall be sent by email to judith_chamberlin@ios.doi.govThe capability statement must be submitted by Monday, September 21, 2026 at 1700ES

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