Request for Information (RFI) – Region 8 Oil & Gas Leasing Availability Contract

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service, Southern Region (Region 8), is seeking information from qualified contractors regarding their capability to support the Region 8 Oil and Gas Leasing Availability Contract. This Request for Information (RFI) is being issued for market research and planning purposes only. It is not a solicitation and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.

Review the  Statement of Work (SOW), which outlines the anticipated requirements, including environmental analysis, supporting documentation, and preparation of Categorical Exclusions (CEs) or Environmental Assessments (EAs) associated with determining lands available for oil and gas leasing across Region 8.

Requested Information

Please review the attached SOW and provide the following in your RFI response:

• A brief capability statement addressing your experience with NEPA-driven environmental analysis, CEs, EAs, and related technical disciplines.
• Past performance examples relevant to environmental analysis and oil and gas leasing.
• Estimated timeframes and capacity to support the scope of work.
• Any questions, clarifications, or recommended refinements to the SOW.
• Optional: Pricing insights or considerations related to CE vs EA deliverables (non-binding).

Response Deadline

All responses must be submitted no later than September 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM (Eastern Time).

Submission Instructions

Please email your RFI response to: Winston Buchanan, Contract Specialist
Office of Contracting and Procurement
Email: Winston.Buchanan@usda.gov

Important Notes

• This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes.
• No reimbursement will be provided for any costs incurred in responding.
• Respondents may be contacted for follow-up information or clarification.

We appreciate your time and interest in supporting this important environmental and land stewardship initiative for Region 8. We look forward to reviewing your submission.