Description
The USDA is seeking a contractor to perform mastication of herbicide-treated openings on the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests, Eastern Divide Ranger District in Craig and Giles Counties, Virginia, and Monroe County, West Virginia. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, supervision, and supplies required to complete the project. The project is expected to last approximately 94 days, from August 1, 2026, to November 1, 2026.
• The contractor must have experience with similar projects in the past, preferably in the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
• The contractor must be able to complete the project within the specified timeframe and budget.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable federal laws and regulations, including those related to anti-discrimination and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• The contractor must provide a technical proposal explaining their approach to completing the project, including their understanding of the requirements and challenges.
• The contractor must provide a completed Experience Questionnaire (Attachment 08) to demonstrate their past performance.