The Bureau of Land Management needs a small business to provide hoof trimming services for wild horses and burros at the Wheatland Off-Range Corral in Wyoming.
Key Details
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Wyoming and Nebraska Wild Horse and Burro Program requires professional hoof trimming services at the Wheatland Off-Range Corral in Wheatland, Wyoming. This facility houses an average of approximately 2,000 wild horses and burros, with numbers fluctuating based on program operations. Routine hoof care is necessary to maintain the health and soundness of the animals while they are in holding. The contractor shall provide skilled farrier services to safely and efficiently trim hooves with minimal stress to the animals, in coordination with BLM staff and in accordance with the Comprehensive Animal Welfare Program (CAWP).
- What exactly do they need? The contractor will provide skilled farrier services to trim the hooves of approximately 2,000 wild horses and burros at the Wheatland Off-Range Corral in Wyoming.
- What's the contract structure and timeline? The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price contract with a base year of September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027, and four option years. The contractor will provide services Monday through Friday, with the capability to trim up to 100 animals per day.
- How will they pick the winner? The quotes will be evaluated using the Best Value Trade Off methodology.
- When and how do you bid? Quotes are due via email to crystalm@blm.gov no later than 2:00 PM MDT July 24, 2026.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business is registered on SAM.gov
- Email the Contract Specialist, Crystal Martinez, at crystal_martinez@ios.doi.gov with any questions you have prior to the closing date