Description
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service is seeking quotations from qualified small‑business contractors to provide a Grade 2 wastewater operator for the Orleans Wastewater Treatment Plant located on the Six Rivers National Forest. The contractor will be responsible for comprehensive operation, maintenance, service, and repair of the plant and associated infrastructure for a base period of six months (Oct 1 2026 – Mar 31 2027) with an optional second six‑month extension. The Forest Service retains permit authority and overall system responsibility. This is a total small‑business set‑aside (NAICS 221320) and will be awarded as a firm‑fixed‑price purchase order.
• Scope: Operate, maintain, service, and repair a single wastewater treatment plant (Orleans WWTP).
• Duration: 6‑month base period, optional 6‑month extension.
• Location: Six Rivers National Forest, Eureka, CA.
• Funding: Small‑business set‑aside; total award amount not disclosed.
• Submission: Quotations due 28 Sep 2026 noon ET via email to Marian Feist.
• Evaluation: Technical approach, price, and past performance.