Region 6 Botany Survey BPA
ID: 1240BE25Q0002Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEPACIFIC NORTHWEST REGIONAL OFFICEPORTLAND, OR, 97204, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- SURVEY LINE CLEARING (F012)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0ae3eea617944db9b7400858a189b584/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking small businesses to provide botanical survey services through a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Region 6, covering Oregon, Washington, and parts of California. The procurement aims to conduct comprehensive surveys of vascular and non-vascular plants, as well as fungi, focusing on threatened and endangered species, with an emphasis on standardized data collection and ecological assessments. This initiative is crucial for promoting biodiversity conservation and systematic data collection across federal lands in the Pacific Northwest. Interested vendors must submit their bids by January 10, 2025, at 4 PM PST, and can contact Darnell Williams at Darnell.Williams@usda.gov or 458-212-6091 for further information. The total spending limit for this BPA is set at $7.5 million over a ten-year period.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Darnell Williams
    (458) 212-6091
    Darnell.Williams@usda.gov
    Files
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    1240BE25Q0002.pdf
    The document outlines Solicitation Number 1240BE25Q0002, which is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) aimed at procuring botanical survey services primarily in Oregon, Washington, and parts of California. The procurement is exclusively set aside for small businesses with experience in conducting surveys of vascular plants, non-vascular plants, and fungi in the Pacific Northwestern United States. The solicitation details four levels of required botanists, each necessitating varying qualifications and years of field experience. It emphasizes the importance of accurately documenting survey methods, locations, and species data, with deliverables including written reports, GIS mapping, and voucher specimens. The contract will establish a pool of contractors through a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA), facilitating individual project orders over a ten-year period with a total spending limit of $7.5 million. Specific BPA calls will be site-specific, involving varied survey methodologies and adhering to federal agency regulations. Key evaluation criteria for bidders include personnel qualifications, past performance, and quality control plans. The document stresses the significance of compliance with federal standards to protect natural resources and ensure thorough ecological assessments during the surveys.
    1240BE25Q0002 0001.pdf
    The document is a combined synopsis and solicitation for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) regarding botanical surveys in the Pacific Northwest, specifically focusing on Oregon, Washington, and parts of California. It aims to establish a blanket purchase agreement (BPA) over ten years with 100% set aside for small businesses, emphasizing qualifications for four levels of botanists based on education and experience. The primary purpose is to solicit quotes from vendors for conducting various plant surveys, with specifications detailing required qualifications, potential work areas, and the types of surveys needed, which include vascular and non-vascular surveys, as well as fungi surveys. The document outlines the procedures for award selection, pricing, and the necessity for vendors to provide best commercial rates while adhering to federal regulations. Moreover, it emphasizes the importance of documenting survey results, including mapping species locations and preparing reports, and specifies the contractor's obligations concerning equipment, safety, and environmental standards. Clear expectations regarding contractor performance, quality control, and government oversight are also included, committed to maintaining ecological integrity while fulfilling contractual obligations for botanical assessments.
    Attachments.pdf
    The Region 6 Botanical Surveys BPA outlines procedures for conducting botanical surveys across Oregon and Washington, focusing on threatened, endangered, and special status plant species. It provides standardized forms for recording crucial data, including survey ID, location details, habitat characteristics, and demographic information of targeted and incidental species. The document mandates comprehensive data collection protocols, including survey methods, visit documentation, and the assessment of ecological parameters. Mandatory guidelines for collecting and shipping specimens, including bryophytes, lichens, and fungi, are emphasized to ensure proper identification and documentation. An appendix details the collection process, expected documentation, and specific species codes to facilitate data entry into the GeoBOB tracking system used by the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service. This BPA serves as a resource for researchers and federal agencies, promoting systematic data collection and biodiversity conservation across federal lands in the Pacific Northwest.
    WD.pdf
    This document is a wage determination under the Service Contract Act by the U.S. Department of Labor, outlining minimum wage requirements for contractors working within Oregon, specifically for Forestry and Logging Services. It details applicable wage rates, which are contingent on the type of executive order governing the contract, with rates set at $17.20 per hour under Executive Order 14026 for contracts initiated after January 30, 2022, or $12.90 per hour for those under Executive Order 13658 for contracts awarded between 2015 and January 29, 2022. The document includes specified wages for various forestry-related occupations, emphasizing compliance with minimum wage laws and additional worker benefits such as health and welfare, vacation, and holiday pay. Furthermore, it details the conformance process for additional classifications not explicitly listed in the wage determination, ensuring fair compensation for all workers. The document also specifies obligations for paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706. Overall, it serves to inform federal contractors of their wage responsibilities and worker protections under federal law when engaged in service contracts, ensuring equitable treatment for employees in government-funded projects.
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