Professional Land Surveying - USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service - Illinois
ID: 12FPC325R0003Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFARM PRODUCTION AND CONSERVATION BUSINESS CENTERFPAC BUS CNTR-ACQ DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

NAICS

Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services (541370)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: LAND SURVEYS-CADASTRAL (NON-CONSTRUCTION) (R404)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1cd629e4c9b34ce6be2940e7f01a009e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) Business Center is seeking qualified firms to provide professional land surveying services for legal boundary surveys throughout Illinois. The selected contractor must be licensed in Illinois and will conduct surveys related to various easement programs, including the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program, ensuring compliance with state regulations and NRCS standards. This procurement is crucial for establishing accurate conservation easement boundaries, which support effective land management and conservation efforts. Interested firms must submit their qualifications via Standard Form 330 by 1:00 pm EST on December 16, 2024, with a total funding cap of $15 million available across multiple contracts. For inquiries, contact Amber Maestri at amber.maestri@usda.gov or Laureen Eipp at laureen.eipp@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Amber Maestri
    (850) 614-3022
    amber.maestri@usda.gov
    Laureen Eipp, Contracting Officer
    laureen.eipp@usda.gov
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    12FPC325R0003 Instructions to Offerors - IL.pdf
    The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) requests firms to submit Standard Form 330 for professional land surveying services in Illinois. The RFP seeks qualified firms to provide easement boundary surveying and re-establishment services through up to three Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Task Order Contracts (MATOC). The contracts will span five years, with a total funding cap of $15 million across all contractors, and each task order will range from $2,500 to $500,000. Interested firms must be licensed in Illinois and demonstrate qualifications through detailed submissions covering areas such as professional experience, knowledge of the locality, specialized skills, and capacity to perform tasks. Evaluation criteria will weigh aspects like the number of licensed professionals, prior similar project experience, knowledge of local conditions, and ability to mobilize resources effectively. Submission must meet specific formatting criteria and deadlines, with the response due by 1:00 pm EST on December 16, 2024. This announcement is set aside for small businesses, emphasizing compliance with local laws and professionalism in land surveying. Inquiries about this RFP should be sent to designated USDA contacts via email.
    Attachment 1A - Land Survey Specification rev June 2018 with addendum.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provides detailed land survey specifications for easement programs. The document stipulates that licensed land surveyors must conduct boundary surveys encompassing legal easement lines and access points. Key components include surveying practices that comply with state and NRCS regulations, clear documentation of land boundaries, and precise marking of easement areas with visible monuments and witness posts. Surveyors are required to engage with landowners prior to fieldwork and report any conflicts or discrepancies encountered during the survey. Final deliverables must include comprehensive survey plats, legal descriptions of the easement, and GIS-compatible data. The document also outlines essential compliance measures regarding conflict of interest, nondisclosure, and civil rights. It establishes a protocol for quality assurance through inspections and requires adherence to the standards for monumentation and surveying practices. These specifications aim to ensure accurate and legally sound identification of conservation easement properties, ultimately promoting effective land management and conservation efforts.
    Attachment 1B - Land Survey ReEstablishment Specification rev June 2018.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) outlines specifications for reestablishing easement boundaries in its easement programs. This process requires professional land surveys conducted by licensed surveyors involving precise measurements, monumentation, and marking of easement areas. The work is executed in two phases: Phase I reviews preliminary survey submissions without monumenting boundaries, while Phase II involves marking and installing monuments after NRCS approval. Surveys must adhere to state regulations and NRCS standards, ensuring accuracy in legal descriptions and boundary markings. The specified deliverables include detailed survey plats, legal descriptions, and electronic data formatted for GIS compatibility. The document emphasizes the importance of confidentiality regarding landowner information and conflicts of interest to maintain professional integrity within the easement program. Overall, this framework ensures compliance and clarity in establishing conservation easement boundaries.
    Attachment 2 - PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE.pdf
    The document outlines a Past Performance Questionnaire, intended to gather feedback on a contractor’s performance within federal and state government projects. It specifies the required sections for both the Offeror and Assessor, detailing information related to the solicitation, contract specifics, and the evaluation of past performance. The Assessor is provided definitions for rating performance ranging from "Exceptional" to "Unsatisfactory," along with specific performance evaluation elements such as technical quality, customer satisfaction, and timeliness of reports. An overall rating is then required, with space for general comments, particularly for lower ratings. The questionnaire emphasizes electronic submission for efficiency and highlights the significance of accurate feedback for future contracting decisions. This process is crucial for ensuring contractors meet contractual obligations and maintain quality standards in government projects. Ultimately, the document functions as a systematic method for assessing past contractor performance, which informs future procurement strategies.
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