Bid guide
How to bid on Little Milligan Disaster Slash Piles for the Department of Agriculture
What the agency is buying
The USDA Forest Service needs assistance with disaster slash piles at Little Milligan within the Cherokee National Forest in Unicoi, TN. This work falls under the Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA), which covers a variety of services including natural resources restoration and project management.
This is a competitive award for businesses already approved under the LMIR BPA. If your firm holds an LMIR BPA, this is an opportunity to secure a call order for environmental services.
Key dates and deadlines
This opportunity was published on August 7, 2026. The deadline for responses is September 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. All submissions must be received by this time.
The solicitation will be emailed directly to the 87 businesses currently approved for call orders under the LMIR BPA. Any updates or changes to the Request for Quotation (RFQ) will also be sent via email to these eligible companies.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for companies that are already approved and listed under the USDA Forest Service's Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR) BPA. The LMIR BPA is a national agreement covering a broad range of work, including professional services, natural resources restoration, and environmental projects.
If your firm specializes in environmental services or natural resource management and holds an LMIR BPA, this project is suitable for your business. Companies not holding an LMIR BPA are not eligible to bid on this specific call order.
How to respond
This is not an open solicitation for new proposals. The USDA Forest Service will email the solicitation directly to the 87 businesses currently approved for call orders under the Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR) BPA. If your company is on this list, you will receive the RFQ via email.
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Practical tips for a competitive response
Even though this is a restricted bid, ensure your response clearly addresses all requirements outlined in the RFQ. Pay close attention to the scope of work for disaster slash pile management and how your firm's experience aligns with these specific tasks.
Highlight your past performance on similar projects, especially those involving environmental restoration or land management for federal agencies. Clearly articulate your proposed methodology and how it will efficiently and effectively address the project's needs. Double-check all submission instructions and deadlines to ensure your response is complete and submitted on time.
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Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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