Tree and Shrub Removal

The U.S. Forest Service, Midewin National Tall Grass Prairie has a requirement for tree and shrub removal. The acquisition is for a contractor to completely remove trees, saplings, shrubs and downed limbs, shrubs and trees. This would include all standing woody vegetation with the exception of seedlings. All woody vegetation within the size classes will be removed from the site. The work will be performed in Wilmington, IL. The performance period is expected to begin in August, 2013. Work will include, but is not limited to: mobilization, labor, supervision, expertise, services, equipment, tools, supplies, transportation, incidentals, permits (when and if required), as well as coordination with utilities. NAICS: 115310, the size standard is $7 Million. The acquisition is expected to be issued under full and open competition after exclusion of sources: 100% set aside for Small Business. Your response is required by 4:00p.m. (Central Time), June 13, 2013. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. For information concerning this acquisition contact the Contracting Official listed above. Questions may be referred to Brenda Whitaker or email to [email protected]