Description
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to provide native grass seed for revegetation at the Umatilla National Wildlife Refuge in Burbank, Washington. The contractor will be required to provide a native seed mix that meets specific requirements, including being "source identified" and having its origin in the Columbia Basin Ecoregion. The seed will be used to stabilize soils, protect site integrity, and benefit wildlife species. The contract will be for a period of approximately 457 days, with delivery required by November 15, 2026. The contractor will be responsible for providing proof of test results for seed lots, and the government will evaluate and accept the seed based on these results.
• The native seed mix must be composed of specific species, including Indian ricegrass, Bluebunch wheatgrass, and Sandberg bluegrass.
• The seed must be "source identified" and have its origin in the Columbia Basin Ecoregion.
• The contractor must provide proof of test results for seed lots, including purity, germination, and noxious weed content.
• The government will evaluate and accept the seed based on these test results.
• The contract will be for a period of approximately 457 days, with delivery required by November 15, 2026.