Seed Collection and Delivery (IRA)
ID: 140PS124Q0007Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

NAICS

Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products (113210)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- SEED COLLECTION/PRODUCTION (F009)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1d94b8042f1b4a7593f862603810650c/view
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    Description

    The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking qualified contractors for a five-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract focused on native seed collection and delivery in Colorado, specifically aimed at restoring native vegetation in various NPS units. The contract will involve collecting seeds from designated native species, adhering to strict quality standards and protocols, including the "Seeds of Success" initiative, to ensure proper handling and delivery for ecological restoration efforts. Interested small businesses must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their quotes by October 21, 2024, with the contract period commencing on December 1, 2024, and concluding on November 30, 2029. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Jacqueline Scott at jacqueline_scott@nps.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Scott, Jacqueline
    (000) 000-0000
    jacqueline_scott@nps.gov
    Files
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    Price_Sheet.xlsx
    The document outlines the Pricing Sheet for Task Order 140PS124Q0007 related to a bulk seed collection project for Grassland and Sagebrush in Sand Creek, Colorado, facilitated by the National Park Service. It covers a five-year period with detailed pricing for each year split into different ordering periods, emphasizing total evaluated prices and breakdowns for labor, supplies, travel, and shipping costs. Each section requires the company to provide specific unit rates for labor, including both skilled personnel and additional support. The total price is described as a firm-fixed price, fully burdened, encompassing all potential costs associated with services, equipment, and materials. The document explicitly emphasizes the need for each proposal, based on annual evaluations, to remain within negotiated limits and provides a structured format for presenting both levels of effort and anticipated costs over the contract period. Overall, this document serves as a bidding template for companies vying for the government contract, reiterating the importance of providing accurate pricing and resource specifications for effective project evaluation.
    Provisions_to_be_completed-certified.docx
    The document outlines the solicitation for the Colorado Bulk Seed Collection Project under solicitation number 14PS124Q0007. It includes a series of compliance representations and certifications that Offerors must complete as part of the proposal process. Key provisions address regulations surrounding telecommunications equipment, prior contract compliance, and responsibility matters, focusing on transparency and ethical practices in federal contracting. For instance, Offerors must disclose the presence of covered telecommunications equipment, adhere to representations regarding responsibility for compliance matters, and certify various business statuses such as small business designations or any affiliations that impact eligibility for federal contracts. The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining integrity and accountability within federal procurement, underscoring the necessity for Offerors to familiarize themselves with compliance requirements in order to facilitate successful bidding and contract fulfillment. It serves as a guideline for prospective contractors in ensuring that they meet federal standards and obligations associated with this solicitation.
    Sol_140PS124Q0007.pdf
    The document is a combined synopsis and solicitation for a Request for Quote (RFQ) concerning seed collection services in Colorado, issued by the National Park Service (NPS). The contract seeks to restore native vegetation within NPS units in Colorado through native seed collection and delivery, spanning a period of five years from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2029. Interested companies must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) and are required to provide quotes by October 21, 2024. Key components of the solicitation include instructions for preparing quotes, evaluation criteria, and specific requirements for seed collection, including species identification, stage of maturity, weed prevention protocols, and seed storage and delivery methods. The contract emphasizes adherence to federal regulations and protocols while ensuring that collected seeds are used exclusively for restoration efforts within the park boundaries. The RFQ is categorized under natural resource conservation, encouraging participation from small businesses. The scope highlights ecological responsibility and compliance with current environmental standards, reflecting the government's commitment to preserving and restoring native ecosystems in national parks.
    Task_Order_BLCA_SAND_SeedCollection_PWS.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement outlines a contract for native seed collection and delivery for the National Park Service, aimed at restoring vegetation in specific areas within the Intermountain West Region, including Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and adjacent lands. The contract spans from the award date until November 30, 2025, requiring the contractor to collect seeds from designated native species as part of a multi-phased plan. Key tasks include a kickoff call to set logistics, scouting trips to analyze seed conditions, actual seed collection, and subsequent delivery to specified genetic resource centers. Each task emphasizes compliance with the "Seeds of Success" protocol, ensuring proper handling, storage, and delivery of seeds. Quality standards require strict identification of species, adherence to collection maturity, and prevention of contamination. The contractor is tasked with maintaining logs of collection activities and must coordinate all actions with a designated Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). This document serves as part of federal efforts to support ecological restoration initiatives, highlighting structured collaboration between contractors and government agencies to ensure environmental stewardship and biodiversity preservation in public lands.
    Wage_Determination_1976-1351.pdf
    The document outlines the wage determinations under the Service Contract Act (SCA) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, focusing on minimum wage requirements for various occupations within service contracts related to forestry, land management, and public area maintenance in Colorado. It specifies minimum wage rates under Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, depending on contract dates, with rates of at least $17.20 or $12.90 per hour in 2024 for covered workers. Additional benefits include health and welfare provisions, vacation time, holidays, and uniform allowances. The document also addresses the process for classifying unlisted job classifications and requests for additional wage rate approvals, ensuring compliance with defined standards. This information is essential for contractors navigating federal and state contracts to maintain fair labor practices and compensation standards.
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