Description
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking qualified small‑business firms to perform commercial buoy inspection and maintenance for the Sitka Ranger District (SRD) within the Tongass National Forest, Southeast Alaska. The work includes inspecting, maintaining, and possibly replacing components of 13 mooring buoys, complying with detailed technical specifications, and delivering inspection reports, photos, and videos. The solicitation is set‑aside for SBA‑eligible firms, with an extended offer deadline of 9 October 2026 (12:00 AKST).
• Perform visual and functional inspections of buoy hardware (chains, anchors, anodes, bail, shackle, mousing wire).
• Replace or repair components as specified (e.g., chain replacement, anchor uprighting, anode installation).
• Provide detailed documentation (reports, photographs, videos) via Box after award.
• Follow all applicable FAR clauses, safety standards, and USDA‑FS requirements.
Attached files
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Contact
Raymond Padgett III