SEAN OUTER COAST VESSEL CHARTER
ID: 140P9725Q0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEALASKA REGIONAL OFFICE(97000)ANCHORAGE, AK, 99501, USA

NAICS

Coastal and Great Lakes Passenger Transportation (483114)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: MARINE CHARTER (V124)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5a0b3b56efe5407291545361e283e76f/view
Timeline
    Description

    The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking quotes for a vessel charter to support marine monitoring efforts in Glacier Bay and Wrangell St. Elias National Parks, scheduled for June 2025. The charter service will facilitate oceanographic research and must provide a fully equipped research vessel capable of accommodating 7-12 scientists, including necessary lodging and meals, while adhering to U.S. Coast Guard standards and operational readiness. This procurement is vital for enhancing marine monitoring and conservation efforts in Alaska's national parks. Interested parties must submit their quotes electronically to Darcy Skinner at darcy_skinner@nps.gov, and ensure they are registered at www.sam.gov by the time of submission. The solicitation is open to both small and large businesses, with a total small business set-aside, and will be evaluated based on past performance, vessel suitability, and pricing.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Skinner, Darcy
    (907) 644-3312
    Darcy_Skinner@nps.gov
    Files
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    Sol_140P9725Q0001.pdf
    The government file outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a charter service to support the National Park Service's Southeast Alaska Network (SEAN) in oceanographic research during June 2025. The selection is open to small businesses with considerations for past performance, vessel suitability, captain qualifications, and pricing. The contractor is expected to provide a fully equipped research vessel capable of accommodating 7-12 scientists, including lodging and meals. The vessel must support various marine research activities, including oceanographic mooring deployment, biological monitoring, and navigation in challenging environments. Compliance with U.S. Coast Guard standards, insurance requirements, and operational readiness are critical. Additionally, a detailed scope includes logistics for food and accommodations, health and safety protocols, and equipment specifications for efficient operation throughout the charter period. This RFP reflects a commitment to enhancing marine monitoring as part of ongoing conservation and research efforts in Alaskan national parks.
    Wage_Determination.pdf
    The document outlines Wage Determination No. 2010-0147, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Service Contract Act (SCA). It mandates minimum wage rates for contractors performing services, specifically applicable to contracts executed on or after January 30, 2022, requiring payment of at least $17.20 per hour. For contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, the wage floor is set at $12.90 per hour. The determination applies nationwide to the U.S. East, Gulf, and West Coasts, primarily affecting unlicensed employees in marine roles like cooks, electricians, and seamen. Key provisions include health and welfare contributions, paid vacation, and holiday allowances, along with rules regarding uniform expenses and fringe benefits. Contractors must provide paid sick leave per Executive Order 13706. The document describes the process for classifying additional occupations under the SCA and outlines the conformance request process for unlisted jobs. This structure ensures compliance with federal requirements while safeguarding worker rights and benefits, reflecting the government's commitment to fair labor standards within federal contracts. Overall, it provides essential guidelines for contractors and underscores the interconnectedness of labor standards and federal contracting.
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