F--HI-PCFC ISLNDS FWO-NATRL RSRCS SUPP SVCS
ID: 140FS125Q0044Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
AwardedMay 7, 2025
$25K$25,000
AwardeeHONOLULU DIVING CO INC 1427A MOKUNA PL Honolulu HI 96816 USA
Award #:140FS125P0120
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, SAT TEAM 1Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER (F099)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/77398b56fd8e43afa6b2807ddaf458d8/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is seeking quotes for Marine Natural Resource Support Services in the Pacific Islands, specifically targeting projects at Wake Atoll. Contractors are required to provide comprehensive personnel, equipment, and logistical support for marine resource assessments and management, with a focus on safety and environmental compliance during field operations. This procurement is a total small business set-aside, with a performance period from May 1, 2025, to May 1, 2026, and includes a potential one-year extension. Interested parties must submit their proposals by May 2, 2025, and are encouraged to contact Oscar Orozco at oscar_orozco@fws.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Orozco, Oscar
    (000) 000-0000
    oscar_orozco@fws.gov
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    B08_Combined_Snyopsis-Solicitation_4-11-25_Amendment_01_0001.pdf
    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking quotes for Marine Natural Resource Support Services in the Pacific Islands, including Hawaii, Guam, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas, through Solicitation No. 140FS125Q0044. This procurement is a total small business set-aside, anticipated to run from May 1, 2025, to May 1, 2026, encompassing a base year and an optional extension. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical experience, capabilities, delivery timelines, and pricing, with emphasis on meeting specific qualifications such as current U.S. Coast Guard licensing and prior experience with SCUBA operations. The contractor will provide essential technical and logistical support for marine surveys around Wake Atoll, including vessel operation, safety management, and certification tasks. Notably, the main contract requirements include managing marine resource assessments and ensuring the safety of government personnel during field operations. Contractors must submit detailed price and technical proposals, adhere to deadlines, and be registered as active vendors in the System for Award Management (SAM). This solicitation underscores the ongoing federal commitment to marine conservation and environmental compliance within the Pacific region.
    Sol_140FS125Q0044_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment to solicitation number 140FS125Q0044, specifying changes to evaluation methods and contractor acknowledgment procedures regarding a federal contract or order. The main updates include a shift to a "best value" evaluation approach, requiring contractors to acknowledge receipt of this amendment by various methods before the submission deadline to avoid rejection of their offers. Additional details regarding the amendment reference a combined synopsis and solicitation document for further guidance. The contract's period of performance is defined from May 1, 2025, to May 1, 2026. Importantly, all other existing terms and conditions remain unchanged. This amendment reflects typical procedural adjustments in government contracts, ensuring transparency and compliance with federal acquisition regulations.
    Sol_140FS125Q0044_Amd_0002.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a federal solicitation (140FS125Q0044) regarding a contract modification. It outlines critical updates including the change in evaluation methodology to a "best value" approach, and an extension of the proposal submission deadline to May 2, 2025. The amendment specifies that offerors must acknowledge receipt of the changes to avoid potential rejection of their offers. It provides instructions for modifications to existing offers and stipulates that performance periods are set from May 5, 2025, to May 5, 2026, with certain optional periods extending through May 2027. The document is structured to detail the modifications, including accountable data, affected items of the proposal, and required next steps for contractors. This amendment reflects ongoing adjustments typically seen in federal contract solicitations to ensure alignment with regulatory practices and timelines.
    Sol_140FS125Q0044.pdf
    The government document presents a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Marine Natural Resource Support Services from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) for the Pacific Islands Fish and Wildlife Office. The contract is set aside for small businesses and targets services associated with natural resource assessments and management for projects at Wake Atoll, with a performance period from April 1, 2025, to April 1, 2026, including a potential one-year extension. Key requirements for contractors include having valid U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s licenses, prior experience with vessel operations and SCUBA, and being a resident of Hawaii. The services entail operating vessels for scientific diving, conducting visual inspections for SCUBA tanks, and managing logistics for field operations. The selection process will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) format, where the award will favor cost-effective proposals meeting technical standards. The goals emphasize accountability, quality control, and cooperation with government personnel for environmental compliance efforts. This RFQ showcases the government's commitment to environmental conservation while adhering to acquisition regulations for small businesses, demonstrating a structured approach for engaging professional services in marine resource management.
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