Description
The U.S. Forest Service is soliciting proposals from small businesses to perform a ten‑year long‑term integrated resource service contract (IRSC) for the Bitterroot Front G‑Z area of the Bitterroot National Forest (≈145,000 acres in Montana). The contract focuses on forest health restoration and wildfire risk reduction through activities such as mechanical thinning, prescribed burning, timber cruising, road reconstruction, and timber removal, while also supplying a consistent timber feedstock for local industries. The award is a total small‑business set‑aside; all responsible sources may submit quotations. The period of performance runs from 15 Jun 2027 to 15 Oct 2037, with an estimated total award value between $350,000 and $550,000. Proposals must be submitted via email to the listed contacts by the offer due date.
• Scope: forest thinning, fuel reduction, prescribed fire, timber cruising, road work, timber harvesting/removal.
• Location: Bitterroot National Forest, Hamilton, MT (Stevensville & Darby Ranger Districts).
• Set‑aside: Total Small Business (500‑employee limit).
• NAICS: 113310 (Forestry).
• Estimated contract value: $350‑$550 K.
• Submission deadline: 27 Aug 2026 (email).
• Period of performance: 10 years (2027‑2037).
• Required bid guarantee: 20 % of mandatory reconstruction price.