Enchanted Circle Survey Data Collection
ID: 12444724Q0016Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA EAST 8Atlanta, GA, 303092449, USA

NAICS

Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling (541910)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: MARKET RESEARCH/PUBLIC OPINION (R422)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/31cb70d89c4e4b3ba6041fcebc293d9a/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA Forest Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to conduct the Enchanted Circle Survey Data Collection, aimed at gathering public perceptions regarding wildfire mitigation activities in New Mexico's Enchanted Circle Landscape. The project involves administering household surveys to assess community responses to the Forest Service's Wildfire Crisis Strategy, focusing on trust and perceptions of wildfire risk among residents in Taos and Colfax Counties. This initiative is critical for enhancing community engagement and support for wildfire management efforts, aligning with the goals of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by September 19, 2024, and can direct inquiries to primary contact Winston Buchanan at winston.buchanan@usda.gov or secondary contact Keith Friot at keith.d.friot@usda.gov.

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    12444724Q0016_Attach1_SOW_28Aug24.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service (USFS) is initiating a project aimed at collecting data on public perceptions of wildfire mitigation activities within New Mexico's Enchanted Circle Landscape, particularly focusing on areas affected by the Taos and Cañoncito Firesheds. This initiative supports the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law research study concerning the USFS’s Wildfire Crisis Strategy. The project identifies significant public sentiment regarding wildfire risks and trust in the Forest Service, especially in light of recent destructive wildfires. The contractor's role involves conducting household surveys, engaging diverse communities to assess their perceptions of USFS activities and wildfire risks. The survey will be administered in both English and Spanish, ensuring inclusivity and thorough understanding of local demographics. Deliverables include regular reports and data analysis that follows the survey's approval timeline, with an aim to complete at least 400 surveys across selected communities. By gathering and analyzing this data, the USFS hopes to enhance community support for wildfire mitigation efforts and improve overall strategies in managing wildfire hazards, contributing to future resource protection in New Mexico. The project underlines the necessity for effective communication and collaboration with local populations in addressing wildfire concerns and establishing trust in federal fire management practices.
    12444724Q0016_Enchanted Circle Survey_13Sep24.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the Enchanted Circle Survey Data Collection, issued by the USDA Forest Service. It is set aside exclusively for small businesses, aiming to gather public perceptions regarding the Wildfire Crisis Strategy in New Mexico, specifically in the Enchanted Circle Landscape. The project will involve conducting household surveys to assess community responses to wildfire risk and trust in the Forest Service's mitigation efforts. Vendors are required to submit a technical proposal, price proposal, and required certifications by September 19, 2024. Critical evaluation factors include the survey approach and qualifications of key personnel. The project milestones must be completed within 180 days of the Notice to Proceed, anticipated by December 1, 2025. The RFQ incorporates various federal regulations and mandates compliance with Fair Labor Standards and the Service Contract Labor Standards. This procurement aligns with federal efforts to address wildfire management and engage the community in related strategies, reflecting broader aims under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
    12444724Q0016_Enchanted Circle Survey_30Aug24.pdf
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Enchanted Circle Survey Data Collection under Solicitation Number 12444724Q0016, issued by the USDA Forest Service. It aims to gather public perceptions regarding the Forest Service's Wildfire Crisis Strategy (WCS) in New Mexico's Enchanted Circle Landscape, specifically related to trust in the service and responses to WCS activities. The contract is exclusively for small businesses, with a project timeline of 180 days from the Notice to Proceed, anticipated by December 1, 2025. Offerors must submit a technical proposal addressing the survey methodology and qualifications of the Key Personnel, alongside a price proposal. The evaluation will assess technical competence and pricing, prioritizing the most advantageous offer based on the government’s criteria. The proposals are due by September 18, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, with questions accepted until September 9, 2024, ensuring a refined and informed submission process. The document lays out compliance requirements under various federal regulations, ensuring the contract adheres to governmental standards and regulations concerning telecommunications, labor laws, and environmental practices.
    12444724Q0016 Questions_Answers.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for the Enchanted Circle Survey Data Collection, specifying requirements and clarifications for potential vendors. The primary focus centers on minimum qualifications for key personnel, particularly involving experience with Hispanic and Indigenous communities, which is essential for proposal acceptance. Recruitment strategies aim for a stratified random sample from Taos and Colfax Counties, with the survey expected to have 25 questions to be answered in 12-15 minutes. The USDA does not provide household contact information; vendors must acquire this independently. The contracting process indicates no prior surveys related to this task, confirming it as a new requirement. Invoices can be electronic and submitted through a specified government platform. Budget details remain undisclosed, and participation incentives are not permitted. Overall, the primary purpose of this solicitation is to gather comprehensive data from specific community demographics via a structured survey, emphasizing the need for informed and culturally aware engagement in the research process. This document is an essential communication in the context of federal RFPs, outlining a project intended to inform future governmental initiatives based on community insights.
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