How to bid on a Forest Inventory and Management Plan for Hodges Village Dam, DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) needs a complete forest inventory and management plan for Hodges Village Dam in Oxford, Massachusetts. This project covers about 578 forested acres out of 864 total fee-owned acres. The contractor will provide all labor, materials, and equipment to perform this work.

The deliverables include a written report with detailed maps, an analysis of findings, and specific management goals tailored to USACE environmental stewardship objectives. Non-forested areas like wetlands, open fields, lawns, and dam infrastructure must be noted on the maps.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 31, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your response before this deadline, as late submissions are typically not considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is set aside specifically for small businesses. The applicable NAICS code is 115310, which covers Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products, with a small business size standard of $11.5 million. Firms specializing in environmental services, forestry, and land management with experience in inventory and planning will find this relevant.

To be considered, all vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov at the time of submission. If your SAM.gov registration is not active, your proposal will be rejected as non-responsive.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation details, you need to click the “View original source” link on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your understanding of forest inventory and management best practices. Highlight any experience you have with similar projects, especially those involving detailed mapping, environmental analysis, and developing site-specific management goals.

Ensure your proposal directly addresses all technical requirements outlined in the Performance Work Statement and Section II. Technical Requirements. Pay close attention to the requested format for the written report, maps, and analysis. Double-check that your SAM.gov registration is active well before the submission deadline to avoid disqualification.