The USDA Forest Service needs a small business to cut and deck dead trees in California.
Key Details
- What exactly do they need?
- The Forest Service needs a small business to cut and deck 824 individual dead trees, primarily less than 12 inches dbh, at three distinct sites in California.
- The work involves cutting trees by hand with chainsaws and transporting cut tree boles, limbs, and tops to a decking location.
- The contractor may also be required to further process and dispose of forest products off National Forest System lands.
- What's the contract structure and timeline?
- The contract will be awarded under the R5 Pacific Southwest Stewardship Blanket Purchase Agreement.
- The contract is expected to last for a period of time, but the exact duration is not specified.
- How will they pick the winner?
- The Forest Service will evaluate quotes based on the best value to the government.
- When and how do you bid?
- Quotes are due via email to the contacts listed below by August 12, 2026.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business is registered in SAM.gov and has a valid DUNS number.
- Review the solicitation package and ensure you understand the requirements and scope of work.
- Contact the Forest Service to confirm your eligibility to submit a quote.
Primary point of contact
Name
Matt Daigle, Stewardship Acquisition Program Support Officer
Email
matthew.daigle@usda.gov
Phone
(605) 415-9057