Big Creek Site Stewardship
ID: W912DW25R12X5Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST SEATTLESEATTLE, WA, 98134-2329, USA

NAICS

Historical Sites (712120)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- ARCHEOLOGICAL/PALEONTOLOGICAL (B503)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/53f385102e504c6ebd299ab268cbb340/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking proposals for the Big Creek Site Stewardship project located in Libby, Montana. This opportunity is specifically limited to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT), who will be responsible for on-site monitoring services to document and manage the effects of vandalism on historical properties of cultural significance during the Libby Dam’s recreational season, which runs from April to mid-September. The contract will span from the award date through November 30, 2025, with potential extensions until the end of 2027, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural heritage in alignment with federal regulations. Interested parties can contact Alfonso Nolasco at alfonso.nolasco@usace.army.mil or by phone at 253-244-0994 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alfonso Nolasco
    (253) 244-0994
    alfonso.nolasco@usace.army.mil
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    MFR Determination to Solicit One Source W912DW25R12X5 Big Creek Site Stewardship (1)_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a determination to solicit a single source for a contract to provide cultural resource management support at a site managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) will perform ongoing monitoring to document the effects of vandalism on historical properties of religious and cultural significance to Indian tribes. The tasks include maintaining a presence at the site, thorough documentation through monitoring reports and photographs, and contributing to the understanding of site conditions affected by ongoing projects. The justification for a single-source solicitation is based on the unique qualifications of the CSKT, a federally recognized tribal entity, under FAR 13.106-1(b). This acquisition is aligned with a government-to-government relationship, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The contract's performance criteria will be detailed in a Performance Work Statement, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural heritage during project operations.
    SAM Combined Synopsis Solicitation - W912DW25R12X5_Redacted.pdf
    The US Army Corps of Engineers has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Libby Dam and Lake Koocanusa Project in Libby, Montana. This solicitation seeks services specifically for the stewardship of the Big Creek site, which lies within the territory of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT). The contract involves on-site monitoring services over a performance period from the award date through November 30, 2025, with potential extensions through the end of 2027. The evaluation of proposals will be based on price and other factors, ensuring fair and reasonable pricing. Contractors must submit evidence of registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and follow specific guidelines regarding employee eligibility verification. The contract entails that all deliverables will be electronically submitted, and the US government will retain ownership of materials produced, except for items classified as proprietary by the contractor. A variety of performance responsibilities and staffing requirements are outlined, ensuring adherence to standards of quality and timeliness, with specified points of contact for communication and invoicing. The overall initiative underscores the importance of preserving historical sites while involving local tribal governance.
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