Community and Watershed Forestry Partnership

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Bureau of Forestry, is seeking a prime contractor to deliver technical assistance, outreach, and on‑the‑ground implementation for the Community and Watershed Forestry (CFW) Partnership. The work includes designing and installing riparian forest buffers, expanding community tree‑canopy projects, converting lawns to habitat, supporting grant programs, and providing education to improve water quality and increase forest cover across Pennsylvania. The contract will be a fixed‑price award, lasting five years with an option for five additional one‑year renewals, and the prime must perform at least 50 % of the total value. Small‑Diverse Business (9 %) and Veteran Business Enterprise (3 %) participation goals apply, with mandatory submission of SDB/VBE documentation. • Provide technical assistance and outreach to local partners, grant recipients, and community groups. • Implement on‑the‑ground forestry actions: riparian buffers, tree‑canopy planting, lawn‑to‑habitat conversions. • Support grant administration, education, and compliance with state/federal environmental requirements. • Meet SDB (9 %) and VBE (3 %) participation goals or submit Good‑Faith‑Effort waivers. • Fixed‑price contract, 5‑year term, with option for five 1‑year extensions; prime must execute ≥ 50 % of work.