F -- Bonaparte Lookout Services

The US Forest Service, Tonasket Ranger District, Wenatchee and Okanogan National Forest is seeking quotes for professional lookout services at the Bonaparte Lookout Station for two consecutive fire seasons, estimated to between June 1 and September 20, 2002 and 2003. Services shall be seven days a week with a base operating hours from 0930 thru 1800 hours and additional hours based on fire danger/activity level. This contract is an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity type contract with a minimum of 90 days contract guarantee for the initial year. Contractor shall be responsible for all provisions and transportation for continued services seven days a week. Bonaparte Lookout is located approximately 30 miles northeast of Tonasket, Washington. The first 18 miles are paved road and the next 7 miles are graveled single lane road, the remaining 4 miles is trail. Trail conditions are conducive to walking, pack horse and motorcycle A.T.V. use, limited to one trip per week for supplying the lookout. Lookout training will be provided by the Forest Service. Oral, in person presentation is requested. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered. NAICS code is 115310 with size of $6.0 million.