F--Off-range Corral, Training & Event Support Services (ORC-TE)Eastern States
ID: 140L0124R0002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTWASHINGTON DC OFFICEWASHINGTON, DC, 20003, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Animal Production (115210)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- WILDHORSE/BURRO CONTROL (F016)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ca5492ef29dd43fa9be155cd3473df13/view
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking vendors to provide Off-Range Corral, Training, and Event Support Services for the Wild Horse and Burro Program in the Eastern States. This procurement involves the care, feeding, and training of wild horses and burros, including organizing adoption events and maintaining health records, while adhering to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations. The selected vendors will be responsible for facilities accommodating 50-100 animals annually and will participate in onsite, offsite, and virtual public engagement events. Interested firms, particularly small businesses, are encouraged to submit their capabilities and compliance details by September 23, 2024, to Brian Peck at bpeck@blm.gov or by phone at 303-236-1046, as this sources sought notice is a preliminary step in developing an acquisition strategy.

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    Peck, Brian
    (303) 236-1046
    bpeck@blm.gov
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is conducting a market survey to gauge vendor interest and capabilities for Off-Range Corral Support Services related to the Wild Horse & Burro Program. This service will involve the care, feeding, and training of wild horses and burros, including the organization of adoption events. Vendors are expected to provide facilities for 50-100 animals annually, maintain health records, and conduct routine veterinary services while adhering to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations. The scope includes onsite, offsite, and virtual events for public engagement, along with participation in adoption operations and auctioneering. The anticipated contract type is a firm-fixed price Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. BLM seeks submissions from interested firms, especially small businesses, by September 23, 2024, detailing their capabilities and compliance with specific size standards and certifications. This survey serves as a preliminary step for forming an acquisition strategy and does not imply an existing commitment for a solicitation.
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