International Institute of Tropical Forestry (IITF) Logistics Planning Support
Department of Agriculture · Forest Service · Southwestern Regional Office, Region 3
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Solicitation details
Solicitation number
127EAV26Q0088
Notice type
Solicitation
NAICS
541620
Product service code
F999
Set-aside
Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted
2026-08-22
Response deadline
Sep 11, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
Place of performance
San Juan, PR
Contracting contact
david.l.watson@usda.gov
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The International Institute of Tropical Forestry (IITF) is seeking technical support and guidance through logistics and strategic planning services, in support of the State, Private, and Tribal Forestry Unit, Services are intended to build, develop, and improve the unit’s strategic direction and delivery using objective criteria. This includes development of the unit strategic plan and the implementation of the agency’s priorities in collaboration and coordination with State, Private, and Tribal Forestry Team and stakeholders. The work will include conducting research and analysis on the current situation in reference to the programs strategic plans and frameworks; developing and communicating goals and objectives; leading engagement to gather input; designing and implementing frameworks and tools for strategic planning; evaluating alternative strategies and scenarios; preparing reports on the plan; monitoring its implementation and impact; and providing advice on strategic issues. The product of strategic planning is a plan document that at its completion will be shared, adopted, and followed by SPTF Team members, collaborators, and stakeholders. It will also reflect changes in regulatory conditions. The plan should include but is not limited to; general programs’ framework and priorities in consonance with current national and local guidelines, unit organigram and communication flowcharts, tangible and measurable action items with implementation schedules, and implementation metrics and guidelines to be conducted regularly in order to assess plan suitability and effectiveness. Additionally, a conservation education plan shall be developed in consonance with US Forest Service priorities and local
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David Watson
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david.l.watson@usda.gov
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