F--WFO 2026 - MANNAUL CUTTING/PILING

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment (0001) is issued to address all submitted questions.

• Bidders are directed to refer to the attached document, "Amendment 0001 Q&A," for details.

• The Period of Performance has been established as 06/15/2026 to 09/25/2026.

• The primary purpose is to provide answers to vendor questions, as detailed in the referenced Q&A document.

• Signature on this amendment is required for award consideration.

• No other changes to the solicitation are authorized at this time.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to contractor questions regarding the WFO 2026 Fuels solicitation (Solicitation Number 140L3726Q0028).

• Optional Acres: The total number of optional acres is 256, as reflected on the Performance Bid Schedule. The announcement stating up to 217 optional acres contained a typo.
• Conifer Tree Cutting: All conifer tree species, including Douglas fir, lodgepole pine, limber pine, and spruce (but not exclusively), must be cut regardless of size, with the exception of Ponderosa pine.
• Access and Gates: The Cottonwood area has a locked gate (combo 3248 and an orange-colored lock with combo 1124). The Wagonhound gate location is provided via a Google Maps link. Other project areas are accessible via county roads with no locked gates and are currently traversable with a 4x4 pickup, despite minor snow/mud conditions.

This Q&A clarifies quantities and scope, and provides specific details on access, which may impact bidder understanding and proposal preparation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for "WFO Thinning & Pile" services. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued this RFQ, set aside for small businesses, based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method. The acquisition is for services related to thinning and piling of forest debris.

• The contractor shall perform services in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) and other supporting documentation.

• Services include "Slashing, hand pile conifers" and "Lop & scatter" for approximately 980 base acres.

• There are also approximately 217 optional items.

• Specific tasks include "WFO cutting/pilling" for defined acreage and periods of performance.

• The solicitation number is 140L3726Q0028.

• The solicitation issue date is 03/16/2026.

• The offer due date is 04/08/2026 at 0900 MDT.

• Periods of performance for specific items are detailed, e.g., 06/15/2026 to 09/25/2026 and 06/15/2026 to 09/15/2026.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 115310, with a size standard of $34.

• This is a "Request for Quote (RFQ)".

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• All questions must be submitted to the Contracting Officer, Linda Neely, at linda_neely@ios.doi.gov by the specified deadline.

• A formal pre-award site visit is not scheduled.

• This acquisition is set aside 100.00% for Small Business.

• Bidders should refer to the Price Bid Schedule for line-item pricing.

• FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 are incorporated by reference or attached.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for manual thinning, manual piling, manual lop and scatter of conifer tree species for fuels reduction. The work is to be performed on approximately 980 base acres and includes about 217 optional items. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items.

• Task 1: Slashing and piling: For Ponderosa pine (>12” DBH restriction) at Jacobs Creek, Rome Hill, and Sand Draw. Includes cutting and piling conifer tree species according to specified standards.

• Task 2: Lop and scatter: For all conifer tree species at Rome Hill and Wagonhound, regardless of size.

• Performance Standards: Specific requirements for cutting, stump height, material piling, and placement of piles are detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Quality Control: Contractor must establish and maintain a Quality Control Program.

• Equipment: Work must be completed using hand equipment (chainsaw). No heavy equipment is permitted. Machinery/saws must have approved spark arrestors. ATVs and UTVs may be used for transport.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price purchase order.

• Period of Performance: June 15, 2026, to September 25, 2026 (overall). Specific completion dates vary by location (Wagonhound: Aug 15, 2026; Jacobs Creek, Rome Hill, Sand Draw: Sep 15, 2026).

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but award will be to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable, and responsible offeror.

• Submission: Quotes must include a signed SF1449, a work schedule, technical proposal (capability, experience, equipment, personnel), past performance references, and a completed Price Proposal Schedule.

• Evaluation: Selection will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Key Deadlines:

  • Technical Questions Due: March 30, 2026
  • Technical Answers Due: April 1, 2026
  • Solicitation Deadline: April 8, 2026, 0900 MDT

• This solicitation is set-aside for small business.

• NAICS Code: 115310 – Support Activities for Forestry - Fuels Management Services (Small Business Size Standard: $34M).

• No formal site visit is scheduled, but contractors may visit treatment units at their own discretion.

• Geo-referenced maps are available upon request.

• Offerors must be actively registered in SAM.gov.

• Wage determination is provided for applicable labor categories.