How to bid on fire-killed tree removal for the Carson National Forest, Agriculture Dept.

What the agency is buying

The Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, is seeking a small business to remove standing and downed fire-killed trees. This work covers approximately 662 acres within the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire area on the Carson National Forest in New Mexico.

The project involves cutting, skidding, processing, and decking timber. It also includes hauling material to community wood banks and processing fuelwood for public gathering. The goal is post-fire rehabilitation, hazard removal, and providing fuelwood to local communities. This contract runs from the award date through November 15, 2028.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. The deadline for proposals is August 31, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.

A site visit is scheduled for August 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM local time at the Camino Real Ranger District Office in Peñasco, NM. If you plan to attend the site visit, you must contact Landen Archuleta by August 5, 2026.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a total small business set-aside. It is suitable for firms with up to 500 employees under the North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code 113310, which covers Logging. Businesses with experience in timber removal, forest rehabilitation, and related environmental services are encouraged to consider this bid.

How to respond

To access the full details and prepare your response, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Click on “View original source” to open the opportunity. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.

You may need a free account on the portal to view all documents, though some bids allow access without an account. This announcement serves as the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Proposals are being requested in response to this combined synopsis/solicitation.

Tips for a competitive response

Given the nature of this stewardship contract, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with similar large-scale timber removal and forest management projects. Highlight your capabilities in cutting, skidding, processing, and hauling, as well as your understanding of post-fire rehabilitation objectives.

Pay close attention to the site visit. Attending allows you to gain a deeper understanding of the project area and discuss objectives directly with agency representatives, which can inform a more precise and competitive proposal. Ensure your proposal addresses all aspects of the work description, including material utilization for community wood banks and public fuelwood gathering.