Description
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a small‑business contractor to remove trees and woody vegetation from 1,763 acres of the Glacial Ridge National Wildlife Refuge in Minnesota. The work must be performed between August 1 2026 and December 31 2026 using mechanical equipment (rotary mowers, mulchers, chippers, excavators, etc.) and must meet strict environmental, safety, and reporting requirements. Payment will be based on the actual acres treated, and the contractor must provide a safety/spill‑response plan, insurance, and regular data reports.
• Scope: Mechanical removal (mowing, mulching, cutting and piling) of vegetation ≤ 6 in. DBH on 1,763 acres.
• Duration: Approximately five months (Aug 1 – Dec 31 2026).
• Requirements: Small‑business set‑aside, $500 k insurance, compliance with EPA/OSHA/FAR clauses, data collection per treatment, no burning of piles (FWS will handle).
• Submission: Quotes due by 10 a.m. PT on 18 Aug 2026; questions must be submitted at least three days before closing.
• Contact: Robert Sung (Contracting Officer) – [email protected], (503) 872‑2825.