Cibola National Forest - Cibola Reforestation Tree Shelter Supply Order

The USDA Forest Service is procuring tree shelter supplies for reforestation efforts in the Cibola National Forest. This Request for Quotation (RFQ), solicitation number 12444326Q0026, is a total small business set-aside supporting the Magdalena Ranger District in New Mexico. The requirement is for 60,000 conical high-UV seedling protection shelters to assist in recovery from the Bear Trap Fire. This is a firm-fixed-price supply order with a performance period starting July 1, 2026, and a final delivery deadline of December 31, 2026. All items must be delivered to the Magdalena RD Fire Work Center. Quotations are due by June 23, 2026, and technical or administrative questions must be submitted by June 16, 2026. The solicitation package includes the SF-1449 form, product specifications, and commercial products and services documentation. These documents define the required shelter characteristics, such as rigid polymer construction and specific UV translucency, and outline the logistics for delivery to the site in New Mexico. The solicitation includes the SF-1449, a Statement of Requirement, and technical specifications. Selection will be made using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. This is a 100% small business set-aside requiring certification of compliance with federal and USDA regulations, including anti-discrimination and DEI standards. Firm-fixed-price acquisition for specialized natural resources and conservation equipment designed for forest tree planting.