BLM-CO SEEDING FOR DAWSON PROJECT AREA
ID: 140L1725Q0007Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTCOLORADO STATE OFFICELakewood, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating (115112)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- LAND TREATMENT PRACTICES (F006)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking qualified contractors to provide seeding services for the Dawson Project Area in Colorado. The project involves the seeding of 780 acres using government-furnished mixed seeds, with operations scheduled to commence on or after April 1, 2025, and conclude by May 1, 2025. This procurement is critical for effective land management and restoration practices, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while promoting participation from small businesses, including those owned by service-disabled veterans and economically disadvantaged women. Interested vendors should contact Anthony Morales at amorales@blm.gov or by phone at 303-239-3630 for further details, and must adhere to the specified wage determinations and submission guidelines outlined in the Request for Quotation.

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    The Bureau of Land Management's Tres Rios Field Office has issued a Statement of Work for a seeding project in Dolores County, Colorado. The project involves the seeding of 780 acres of cut/pile/burn and untreated control units using government-furnished mixed seeds, scheduled to commence on or after April 1, 2025, and conclude by May 1, 2025. Contractors must provide necessary equipment, labor, and communication systems while ensuring no soil disturbance during operations. The contractor's seed application equipment must distribute seed uniformly at a specified rate, with electronic mapping data submitted upon project completion. The government will supply the seeds and provide access to location maps and aerial photos, while contractors remain responsible for equipment security. Project performance will require daily inspections, and payments will be based on the area successfully seeded according to the specifications. Overall, the document outlines logistics, responsibilities, and regulations for the seeding contract to ensure effective land management practices on BLM land.
    The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management (BLM) outlines the Dawson Project Area Seeding in Colorado, focusing on land management and seed dissemination within a specified region. The document includes a map indicating BLM ownership alongside private properties, showcasing the geographical context of the project area, which involves careful planning for seeding operations. The BLM disclaims any warranties regarding the reliability and accuracy of the spatial data provided, indicating that updates may occur without notice and that the information may not meet National Map Accuracy Standards. This document serves as a guideline for stakeholders in understanding land use and seeding initiatives, thereby facilitating potential collaboration in managing and restoring land resources effectively within the Dawson Project Area. The emphasis on disclaimers suggests a cautionary approach to the application of the spatial data in various contexts.
    The document outlines wage determinations under the Service Contract Act (SCA) by the U.S. Department of Labor, specifying minimum wage requirements for various occupations in Colorado. It establishes that contracts initiated on or after January 30, 2022, must pay workers at least $17.75 per hour, or the higher wage rate outlined, while contracts awarded between January 1, 2015 and January 29, 2022, must comply with a minimum of $13.30 per hour, unless renewed or extended after January 30, 2022. The document provides detailed wage rates for various job classifications and indicates fringe benefits such as paid vacations, holidays, and health & welfare benefits. It emphasizes compliance with Executive Orders regarding worker rights, including paid sick leave for federal contractors. A process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates is included, ensuring that contractors compensate unlisted employee classes appropriately. Overall, the document serves as a regulatory framework for ensuring fair wages and benefits for service workers involved in federal contracts.
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for seeding services at the Dawson Project Area, managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Colorado. The RFQ specifies a contract for land treatment practices and sets the performance period from April 1, 2025, to May 1, 2025. Key details include the applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code (115112) and a small business size standard of $9.5 million. The document details the solicitation process, payment instructions, and requirements for submitting proposals electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). It emphasizes compliance with numerous federal regulations, including prohibitions against contracting with entities requiring certain internal confidentiality agreements. The RFQ also encourages participation from small businesses, particularly those qualifying under various programs such as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses. Overall, this document serves to formalize the bidding process for qualified vendors, ensuring adherence to federal guidelines and promoting engagement with small and disadvantaged business sectors during government procurement.
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