Deschutes NF, Bend Fort Rock and Sisters RD's, Tree Planting, Tube Installation, and Grubbing

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking a contractor to perform tree planting, tube installation, and grubbing services in the Deschutes National Forest, spanning across the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District and the Sisters Ranger District. The contractor will be responsible for planting up to 284 acres in the Sisters Ranger District and 645 acres in the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District, with 53 optional acres. The contractor will also install rigid mesh tube protectors for up to 982 acres and perform grubbing (cutting, scraping, pulling) of all live vegetation within an 18” radius of each planted seedling on up to 350 acres. • The contractor must have the necessary licensing and certificates for Labor Intensive Service Contract (LISC) work. • The contractor must submit a quote that includes pricing for all items, as well as documentation of their past performance and experience. • The contractor must comply with all applicable federal laws and regulations, including those related to labor, safety, and environmental protection. • The contractor must provide a Quality Control Plan that ensures the quality of performance meets the objectives and requirements of the contract. • The contractor must have a crew size and management plan in place to ensure successful performance and compliance.