88--Request for Information - Cattle Housing
| Agency: | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE |
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| State: | Federal |
| Type of Government: | Federal |
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| Posted Date: | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Due Date: | Sep 21, 2026 |
| Solicitation No: | DOILFBO260023 |
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Description
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Notice ID
DOILFBO260023
Related Notice
Department/Ind. Agency
INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE
Sub-tier
BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
Office
WASHINGTON DC OFFICE
General Information
Classification
Description
Contact Information
History
- Contract Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Original)
- Original Published Date: Aug 31, 2026 12:32 pm EDT
- Original Response Date: Sep 21, 2026 02:00 pm EDT
- Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
- Original Inactive Date: Oct 06, 2026
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Initiative:
- Original Set Aside:
- Product Service Code: 8810 - LIVE ANIMALS, RAISED FOR FOOD
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NAICS Code:
- 112111 - Beef Cattle Ranching and Farming
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Place of Performance:
THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR PROPOSALS.
THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
The Bureau of Land Management is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to identify dairy farms and ranches with the capability and interest to provide temporary housing and care for cattle displaced by recent wildland fires. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment for procurement.
BACKGROUND
Recent wildland fires have significantly impacted ranchers, creating an urgent need for alternative, short and long term cattle housing. The Government is seeking information on facilities that can provide safe, compliant, and reliable support for affected livestock for an estimated period of up to two years.
REQUESTED INFORMATION
Respondents are asked to provide detailed information regarding their capabilities, including:
* Holding capacity (number and type of livestock that can be supported)
* Timeframe and length of availability
* Animal type preferences (steers, heifers, cows, bred cattle, bulls)
* Location and description of facilities
* Import requirements and required health certifications
* Feed availability
* Ability to provide feed onsite or support purchase/transportation
* Capacity to store feed on site
* Animal health requirements and standards maintained
* Ability to separate or isolate cattle from existing herds as required
* Veterinary support availability
* Identification as a dairy farm or ranch operation
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This RFI is solely intended to gather information. No solicitation is anticipated to be issued, and no contract is anticipated to be awarded as a direct result of this notice. Information received may be shared with impacted ranchers and others, who may independently contact respondents if a need arises. The Capability statements shall be sent by email to judith_chamberlin@ios.doi.gov
The capability statement must be submitted by Monday, September 21, 2026 at 1700ES
THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
The Bureau of Land Management is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to identify dairy farms and ranches with the capability and interest to provide temporary housing and care for cattle displaced by recent wildland fires. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment for procurement.
BACKGROUND
Recent wildland fires have significantly impacted ranchers, creating an urgent need for alternative, short and long term cattle housing. The Government is seeking information on facilities that can provide safe, compliant, and reliable support for affected livestock for an estimated period of up to two years.
REQUESTED INFORMATION
Respondents are asked to provide detailed information regarding their capabilities, including:
* Holding capacity (number and type of livestock that can be supported)
* Timeframe and length of availability
* Animal type preferences (steers, heifers, cows, bred cattle, bulls)
* Location and description of facilities
* Import requirements and required health certifications
* Feed availability
* Ability to provide feed onsite or support purchase/transportation
* Capacity to store feed on site
* Animal health requirements and standards maintained
* Ability to separate or isolate cattle from existing herds as required
* Veterinary support availability
* Identification as a dairy farm or ranch operation
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This RFI is solely intended to gather information. No solicitation is anticipated to be issued, and no contract is anticipated to be awarded as a direct result of this notice. Information received may be shared with impacted ranchers and others, who may independently contact respondents if a need arises. The Capability statements shall be sent by email to judith_chamberlin@ios.doi.gov
The capability statement must be submitted by Monday, September 21, 2026 at 1700ES
Attachments/Links
Contracting Office Address
- 20 M STREET SE
- WASHINGTON , DC 20003
- USA
Primary Point of Contact
- Chamberlin, Judith
- judith_chamberlin@ios.doi.gov
- Phone Number 3032360097
- Fax Number (303) 236-9470
Secondary Point of Contact
- Aug 31, 2026 12:32 pm EDTSpecial Notice (Original)
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