This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
(1) Action Code. F – Natural Resource and Conservation Services
(2) Subject. Eagle RD Hog Fire Cut, Skid & Deck for Site Preparation
(3) Description. The USDA FS Lassen National Forest has a requirement to secure services to mechanically treat standing dead fuels for the purpose of fuels reduction and site preparation of the Hog Fire Salvage Sale within the Hog Fire area.
(4) Synopsis Period. 23 May 2022 through 15 June 2022
(5) Contracting Office Address. 201 14th Street, SW, Washington, DC 20250
(6) Product or Service Code. F099, Natural Resources/Conservation-Other
(7) NAICS Code. 115310, Support Activities for Forestry
(8) Set-aside Status. Total Small Business
(9) Proposed Solicitation Number. 12970222Q0008
(10) Proposed Solicitation Period. The solicitation period is anticipated from 23 May 2022 through 15 June 2022. All solicitation documents will be posted to SAM Contract Opportunities under the solicitation number at item 9.
(11) Site Visit. See item 12.
(12) Pre-proposal Conference. A pre-proposal meeting will be conducted 31 May 2022 at 1000 PT. Offerors interested in participating should reference item 5 of the solicitation terms for more details.
(13) Contact Point or Contracting Officer. John Kamerer, john.kamerer@usda.gov. All questions pertaining to this solicitation must be submitted in writing (via email), to this contact.
(14) Place of Contract Performance. The project work is located on the Eagle Lake Ranger District, Lassen National Forest, Lassen County, California. Reference item 2 of the solicitation terms for more details.
(15) Contract Type: The Government anticipates awarding a Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Single Award contract for this project.
(16) Contract Award Period of Performance. The anticipated period of performance for this contract is 27 June 2022 through 28 June 2023. The start work date will be dependent upon weather and environmental conditions and will begin post the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP).
(17) Contract Award Date. TBD.
(18) Contract Award Dollar Amount. To Be Determined (TBD).
(19) Contractor. TBD following evaluation of competitive proposals. One (1) contractor will be selected for award of this multi-year contract.
The awarded Contractor must have an active registration in SAM IAW FAR 52.204-7 prior to award.
(20) Additional Information.
(20.i) Proposal Submission. Offers are due by Wednesday, 15 June 2022 by 1500 MT. Proposal submissions must include the solicitation number in the subject of the email(s) and contractor name. The contractor is responsible for verifying receipt of proposal by the solicitation Contact.
(20.ii) Tips for Submission.
a. Read the solicitation carefully and ensure that proposals include all documents specified in the solicitation terms.
b. Ensure all questions have been addressed prior to offer submission.
