Bid guide
How to bid on timber thinning and road improvements for the Forest Service
What the Forest Service is buying
The Forest Service needs a small business to perform timber thinning and removal in mixed-conifer stands within the Pagosa Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest. This work aims to improve forest health and reduce fuel loads.
Additionally, the project includes reconditioning aggregate and native roadways, upgrading drainage structures and closure gates, rerouting a small section of system road, and regrading and surfacing the Coal Creek trail parking area. These efforts are designed to improve road conditions and decrease erosion.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 21, 2026. The deadline for submitting your quotation is August 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
All quotations must be submitted by this time. The agency will then consider the submitted quotations.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside. It is suitable for firms specializing in logging and related environmental services.
The applicable industry code is NAICS 113310, Logging, with a small business size standard of 500 employees. Businesses that meet this size standard and have experience in timber removal, road maintenance, and site improvements should consider bidding.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, click “View original source” to open the opportunity 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 a free account on the portal to view all associated documents. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Ensure your quotation clearly addresses all aspects of the required work, including timber thinning, road improvements, and site upgrades. Detail your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those involving forest management and infrastructure work in natural environments.
Pay close attention to the specific objectives mentioned, such as addressing forest health, fuel loading, and erosion control. Highlight how your proposed methods will achieve these goals effectively. Double-check that your company meets the small business size standard for NAICS 113310 and that your submission is complete and submitted by the deadline.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Forest Service; the original posting controls.