Oregon Department of Forestry - Willamette National Forest Aerial Seeding Under Good Neighbor Authority - ITB S-62900-00018046 (2026)
Oregon DOF|Board of Forestry Governance CommitteeState · Salem, OR- Due
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Katrina Chinn
- (971) 345-7823
The 30-second brief
The Oregon Department of Forestry is soliciting bids for aerial seeding application services to reforest 5,024 acres within the Willamette National Forest on land located East of Oakridge, Oregon (T21S, R5E and T22S, R5E), following the 2024 Cedar Creek Fire. The work requires providing one helicopter with a pilot, support and ground personnel, and all facilitating equipment to apply conifer seed at an average rate of 1.75 oz per acre between November 1, 2026, and January 15, 2027. Bids are due by October 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time, with questions due by October 5, 2026. Required bidder qualifications include FAA certification, specific pilot flight hours, aircraft requirements, insurance, and compliance with Oregon tax and pay equity laws.
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Summary
The Oregon Department of Forestry is soliciting bids for aerial seeding application services to reforest 5,024 acres within the Willamette National Forest on land located East of Oakridge, Oregon (T21S, R5E and T22S, R5E), following the 2024 Cedar Creek Fire.
The work requires providing one helicopter with a pilot, support and ground personnel, and all facilitating equipment to apply conifer seed at an average rate of 1.75 oz per acre between November 1, 2026, and January 15, 2027. Bids are due by October 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time, with questions due by October 5, 2026. Required bidder qualifications include FAA certification, specific pilot flight hours, aircraft requirements, insurance, and compliance with Oregon tax and pay equity laws.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Responsive and Responsible Bid
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment B - Bid Cover Sheet
- Attachment C - Bid Submittal Form
- Attachment D - COBID Certification / Outreach Plan
- Attachment E - Responsibility Inquiry
- Pay Equity Compliance Certificate
- Proof of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://oregonbuys.gov
- Scope location
- Oakridge, OR
- Projected sq ft
- 5,024 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Oregon Department of Forestry
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Oregon DOF|Board of Forestry Governance Committee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://oregonbuys.gov. For questions, contact Katrina Chinn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Oregon DOF|Board of Forestry Governance Committee in OR, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Katrina Chinn at (971) 345-7823. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest Responsive and Responsible Bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Oregon DOF|Board of Forestry Governance Committee?
All active and historical solicitations from Oregon DOF|Board of Forestry Governance Committee are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Oregon DOF|Board of Forestry Governance Committee regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment B - Bid Cover Sheet, Attachment C - Bid Submittal Form, Attachment D - COBID Certification / Outreach Plan, Attachment E - Responsibility Inquiry, Pay Equity Compliance Certificate, Proof o. Review the full document from Oregon DOF|Board of Forestry Governance Committee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oakridge, OR. The total projected area is 5024 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.