Technical Forestry Services, USDA-FS, PNW Research Station, Olympia Forestry Sciences Laboratory, IDIQ, Multi-Award Task Order Contract

The USDA Forest Service, Olympic National Forest, is soliciting proposals for a Multiple Award Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity Task Order Contract (MA-IDIQ-TOC) to provide technical forestry services for the Pacific Northwest Research Station, Olympia Forestry Sciences Laboratory. The scope of work involves various forestry activities, including tree measurement and condition assessment, sample collection, environmental and vegetation assessments, and research plot establishment and maintenance. Contractors will work either independently or in close coordination with federal project personnel depending on the specific task order. This procurement is identified by solicitation number AG-05G2-S-12-0021 and is classified under NAICS 115310 Support Activities for Forestry and PSC code B.

The solicitation is designated as an SBA set-aside. Each awarded IDIQ contract is expected to feature a one-year base period with three optional years, the award of which remains at the discretion of the government. Competition for subsequent task orders will be limited to those contractors who receive an IDIQ award. The solicitation was re-opened on August 6, 2012, via an amendment to rectify previous administrative procedures and clarify that the requirements are for non-commercial services.

The response deadline for this opportunity is August 17, 2012. Performance will take place at various locations within the United States, with Daniel W. Johnson serving as the point of contact. The solicitation package includes five attachments: two versions of the solicitation, an amendment dated August 6, 2012, and two sample documents. Evaluation criteria for the contract awards are defined within the solicitation documentation.