Bid guide

How to bid on Bulk Native Seeds for the Boise National Forest (USDA)

Agriculture, Department of IDCloses August 13, 2026

What the agency is buying

The Department of Agriculture is seeking bulk native grass and forb seed, as well as straw, for the Boise National Forest. This is a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Call Order, meaning it is issued against an existing agreement.

This opportunity is for vendors who can supply these specific native materials, which are crucial for land management and restoration efforts within the forest.

Key dates and deadlines

This opportunity was published on July 30, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET. All submissions must be received by this time.

It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for contractors who already hold an existing Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). Your existing BPA must cover Native Grass and Forb Seed and Straw Production for the Boise National Forest.

If you do not have this specific existing BPA, you are not eligible to respond to this particular call order. This bid falls under the food and agriculture category, focusing on ecological restoration supplies.

How to respond

To access the solicitation details, click “View original source” to open the opportunity on the portal. 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 the attached documents, such as the BPA Call Order Form, though this is not always required for every bid.

Tips for a competitive response

Since this is a BPA Call Order, ensure your response directly addresses the requirements outlined in the attached BPA Call Order Form. Verify that your existing LMIR BPA explicitly covers the scope of work for native grass and forb seed and straw production for the Boise National Forest.

Carefully review all specifications for the bulk native seeds and straw, including quantities, species, and delivery requirements. Confirm your ability to meet all terms and conditions of the call order to demonstrate your readiness to perform.

See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond

Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Agriculture, Department of; the original posting controls.