American Elm Seed Orchards, Resistance Trials, and Synthesis
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF
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- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
- Closes
- Sep 16, 2026 (in 21 days)
At a glance
This is a government contract opportunity posted by AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF in the research and development in the physical category. The deadline is September 16, 2026, 21 days from now. This solicitation carries a Small Business Set Aside - Total set-aside.
Classification and identifiers
- Industry (NAICS)
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)
- Product or service (PSC)
- Other Natural Resources and Conservation Services (F099)
- Solicitation number
- 12444726Q0074
- Contracting office
- USDA-FS, CSA EAST 8
- Set-aside
- Small Business Set Aside - Total
Who can apply
Small businesses can apply here. Check the eligibility details below to see if your organization fits.
Small Business Set Aside - Total
About this opportunity
The USDA Forest Service requires a contractor to provide scientific and technical support for the American elm breeding and restoration program, including leading and assisting peer?reviewed manuscripts, monitoring multi?state resistance trials, coordinating establishment and conversion of disease?resistant seed orchards, and supporting propagation efforts with partners in Minnesota, Illinois, Ohio, and Vermont. Work includes data analysis, field ratings following established protocols, stakeholder coordination, orchard design, propagation support, and annual travel to project sites. Contractor personnel must possess scientific expertise in plant pathology, genetics, physiology, restoration ecology, and manuscript development. Deliverables include manuscripts, monitoring data, progress sum...