The United States Department of Agriculture – Forest Service is seeking proposals for Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contracts related to program and project management, architectural and engineering (A&E) services, boundary surveying, and environmental consulting. The initiative focuses on the development and management of the Forest Service's Built Environment, which includes the infrastructure for fire, administrative, and recreation sites across National Forests and Grasslands. Key services required encompass various engineering disciplines including architectural, geotechnical, structural, transportation, and environmental compliance, with additional emphasis on sustainability standards like LEED certification for select facilities. Contractors will be tasked with delivering work through Task Orders, detailing scope and due dates. Responsibilities involve comprehensive project management, from documentation preparation to quality control, ensuring alignment with federal regulations, and effective communication with stakeholders. The document sets stringent guidelines for design, construction, and reporting standards, aiming to integrate ecological considerations while reinforcing public and employee engagement with natural resources. A thorough approach involving permits, safety protocols, and adaptive techniques underscores the Forest Service's commitment to efficient infrastructure management, promoting conservation and enhanced user experiences across its domains.

The A/E IDIQ Location Selection Form outlines an interest in identifying firms for architectural and engineering services within specific geographical regions for federal projects. It prompts firms to indicate their desired areas of work, specifically within Region 8, which encompasses states including Alabama, Florida, Texas, and Virginia, as well as Puerto Rico. Additionally, it invites responses from firms interested in projects across the remaining continental U.S., Hawaii, and U.S. territories specifically for the Forest Service. This document serves as part of the government’s process in gathering information from potential contractors for future RFPs and grants, ensuring that qualified firms can express their geographic preferences and classifications for potential government contracts in these specified locations.

The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather information from businesses interested in providing various architectural and engineering services under an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract, primarily focused on disaster recovery efforts, will cover services such as design, construction administration, inspection, and project management across the continental U.S., Hawaii, and U.S. territories, with a minimum task order value of $250,000 and an estimated total value of $250 million over five years. Firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can submit a capabilities package detailing their qualifications, business information, and relevant project experiences. Responses are due by April 18, 2025, with a virtual industry day scheduled on April 17, 2025. This notice aims to inform the development of an acquisition strategy for contract opportunities that will later be advertised publicly.