Scott Valley Pasture and Hay

SOL #: 127EAY26Q0078Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture
Forest Service
USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 1
Albuquerque, NM, 871023498, United States

Place of Performance

Fort Jones, CA

NAICS

Lessors of Other Real Estate Property (531190)

PSC

Lease/Rental Of Miscellaneous Buildings (X1JZ)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

1
Posted
May 19, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
May 29, 2026, 9:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The USDA Forest Service is soliciting proposals for Scott Valley Pasture Rental and Hay Purchase in Fort Jones, CA. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The government intends to award one firm-fixed price contract for pasture and holding space for Forest Service stock, along with optional hay purchase. Offers are due May 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.

Scope of Work

This opportunity requires the provision of exclusive pasture and holding space for an estimated 23-28 Forest Service stock for a 12-month period, from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2027. Key requirements include:

  • Pasture & Holding Space: A minimum of 50 acres of pasture with available forage, located within 30 miles of specified facilities. This includes providing stock access to feed, shelter, salt, and fresh water, with adequate and safe fencing. A 1-5 acre holding space with water and shelter is also required for the field season (mid-April to mid-October).
  • Hay Purchase (Optional): An estimated 45 tons of market quality grass hay (orchard, timothy, or combination), cut and baled in 2026. This is offered as two optional line items: 25 tons stored on-site by the contractor, and 20 tons stored off-site with the Forest Service responsible for hauling. The USFS will provide feed, nutritional supplements, and salt, and will monitor animal welfare and forage availability.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.
  • Period of Performance: July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2027.
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 531190, size standard $34 million).
  • Place of Performance: Fort Jones, CA.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Offer Due Date: May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
  • Questions Due: May 25, 2026, 12:00 PM Pacific Time, via email to jasmine.williams@usda.gov.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), considering Price, Technical Acceptability, and Past Performance.
  • Offer Acceptance: Prices must remain firm for 90 calendar days.
  • Notes: Contractors may bid on pasture only, hay only, or both.

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Jasmine WilliamsPRIMARY
jasmine.williams@usda.gov

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: May 19, 2026
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