B--Lake Mohave Razorback Sucker Monitoring
ID: 140R3025R0002Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONLOWER COLORADO REGIONAL OFFICEBOULDER CITY, NV, 89005, USA

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- ENDANGERED SPECIES: PLANT/ANIMAL (B509)

Set Aside

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

    The Bureau of Reclamation, part of the Department of the Interior, is seeking proposals for a contract focused on monitoring the endangered razorback sucker population in Lake Mohave, AZ-NV. The contractor will be responsible for conducting various tasks, including remote scanning, trammel netting, and larval collections, to assess the health and demographics of the razorback sucker population over a five-year period, with a base year from February 8, 2025, to February 7, 2030, and options for additional years. This initiative is crucial for the conservation of the razorback sucker species, aligning with federal environmental objectives and regulatory compliance. Interested small businesses should direct inquiries to Kathleen Berry at kberry@usbr.gov or call 702-293-8460, with proposals to be submitted electronically by the specified deadline.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Berry, Kathleen (Kathy)
    (702) 293-8460
    702293
    kberry@usbr.gov
    Files
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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contract focused on monitoring the endangered razorback sucker population in Lake Mohave, AZ-NV. The contract involves non-personal services to assist in data collection and management, including capturing adult and larval suckers, recording biological data, and utilizing passive integrated transponder (PIT) tags for tracking. The main objectives are to sustain the genetically diverse adult population, facilitate offspring rearing at Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery, and enhance conservation efforts through reliable data. Monitoring will include remote PIT scanning and trammel netting, with specific timelines for larval collections, and updates provided through monthly and annual reports. Attendance at key meetings, particularly the Colorado River Aquatic Biologist (CRAB) meeting, is also required to present findings. The contract spans five years with a detailed outline for permit acquisition, quality control, and data management in alignment with federal standards. Overall, this initiative is critical for the conservation of the razorback sucker species amid environmental challenges affecting its natural habitat.
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    The document outlines a solicitation by the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation for a contract involving the monitoring of the razorback sucker population in Lake Mohave, AZ-NV. The project aims to assess the current population, determine the age of captured individuals, and generate a report detailing methodologies, results, discussions, and conclusions. The contractor is required to submit monthly data collection reports and participate in the Annual Colorado River Aquatic Biologists meeting. This solicitation is exclusively for small businesses, classified under NAICS 541690 with a small business size standard of $19 million, and follows FAR guidelines for acquisitions of commercial products and services. The contract will be firm-fixed price, with a base year and four optional years. Proposals must be submitted electronically, and written inquiries must be directed to the designated Contract Specialist. The document emphasizes safety and security guidelines, including compliance with the Bureau of Reclamation's Safety and Health Standards and the electronic invoicing system. The acquisition process reflects a commitment to environmental monitoring and the agency's compliance with federal regulations.
    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Bureau of Reclamation concerning the monitoring of the razorback sucker fish at Lake Mohave, AZ-NV. The contract covers a base period from February 8, 2025, to February 7, 2030, with additional optional years extending the scope into 2030. The contractor is required to conduct specific tasks outlined in the Performance Work Statement, including remote scanning, trammel netting, and larval collections to assess the health of the razorback sucker population. The RFP specifies various codes and identifiers, such as the NAICS code (541690), indicating the type of service required. It includes administrative details like the delivery location at the Regional Office in Boulder City, NV, and contact information for inquiries. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with federal guidelines and incorporation of specific Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses. The primary focus is to ensure thorough monitoring and research efforts that contribute to the conservation of the razorback sucker species, thus aligning with broader environmental and regulatory objectives.
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