Federal Register #PLO No. 7971

Extension of Withdrawal of Public Land for U.S. Army Use at Fort Carson and Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site, Colorado

This opportunity involves the extension of a public land withdrawal for U.S. Army use at Fort Carson and Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site in Colorado. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management - Scope of Withdrawal: - Fort Carson Military Reservation: 3,133 acres of public lands and 11,415 acres of federally owned minerals - Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site: 2,517 acres of public lands and 130,139 acres of federally owned minerals - Purpose: - Maintains exclusive Army use for military maneuvering, training, weapons firing, and defense-related activities - Protects lands from mining, mineral leasing, and disposal under public land laws - Notable Requirements: - No products or services are requested - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - The extension is for an additional 15 years - Impact: - Ensures continued military readiness and land protection - Not a procurement or contracting opportunity

Description

This Public Land Order extends the withdrawal of approximately 3,133 acres of public lands and 11,415 acres of federally owned minerals at Fort Carson Military Reservation, and 2,517 acres of public lands and 130,139 acres of federally owned minerals at the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site for an additional 15 years. The withdrawal supports the Army's exclusive use of the area for military maneuvering, training, weapons firing, and other defense-related purposes. The extension is necessary to maintain military readiness and protect the lands from other forms of appropriation under public land laws. The order takes effect on September 23, 2026.

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