Non-Native Invasive Species (NNIS) Mastication – NRV Ranger District

The USDA Forest Service, Eastern Divide Ranger District (NRV Office) has issued a Total Small‑Business set‑aside RFQ (Solicitation No. 12443926Q0013, NAICS 115310) for mechanical mastication of non‑native invasive species (NNIS) on approximately 25 acres of herbicide‑treated wildlife openings and adjacent forest within the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. The contract is firm‑fixed‑price, priced per accepted acre, with a performance period from 1 April 2026 to 1 October 2026. Offerors must possess the required mastication equipment, demonstrate prior experience and successful performance on these forests, and be able to meet the stipulated progress rates while keeping all roads and trails free of contractor‑created slash and completing full site clean‑up. Quotes (including a completed Schedule of Items, Experience Questionnaire, 1‑2‑page technical approach, past‑performance references, and SAM certifications) are due 19 March 2026, 1700 CST, via email to david.easter@usda.gov; questions must be submitted by 14 March 2026. Evaluation will prioritize (1) prior contract completion on the specified forests, (2) COR ratings, (3) contractor rating database scores, and (4) cost. Offerors must also provide credit references, banking information, and certify a 90‑day price validity.

Notice ID

3d76c938a80c4a428419db5072bafd7a

Solicitation Number

12443926Q0013

NAICS Code

115310

Classification Code

F006