Hoosier National Forest Dam Vegetation Removal-Herbicide

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.  Solicitation number 12443926Q0178 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for The treatment for various patches of woody species will depend on factors such as, location, patch size, and the time of treatment. This is to help maintain the trees and brush that grow up on the mowed and riprap portions of the dam facilities. Woody plant treatments may include the use of hand methods, machinery, and chemicals to eliminate woody species in the treatment areas. Only the use of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved, non-restricted use chemicals are to be used. Other EPA approved herbicides may only be acceptable with prior approval of the contractor officer representative (COR).    This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 115310  The small business size standard is $11.5 M.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.