USDA Forest Service San Juan National Forest CFLRP Facilitator
ID: 1284LM24Q0130Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 2Ogden, UT, 844012310, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Aug 27, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Sep 4, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Sep 10, 2024, 11:00 PM UTC
Description

The USDA Forest Service is seeking a facilitator for the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program (CFLRP) governance group at the San Juan National Forest in Durango, Colorado. The facilitator will be responsible for organizing and moderating inclusive meetings for the Coordinating Council, subcommittees, and stakeholders, focusing on forest management and restoration projects. This opportunity emphasizes the importance of face-to-face collaboration, as remote facilitation is not permitted, and all meetings will occur in the greater Durango area. Interested small businesses must submit proposals by the specified deadline, with inquiries directed to JoAnne Meiers at joanne.meiers@usda.gov. The contract is expected to run from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2030, with potential for extension, and will require invoicing through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP.gov) alongside regular progress reports.

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Sep 4, 2024, 5:22 PM UTC
The document is a solicitation (RFP) from the federal government, specifically numbered 1284LM24Q0130, inviting proposals for CFLR (Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration) Facilitator Services, designated for small businesses. The procurement follows the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines and includes a work schedule from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2030, with an option for additional years. Offerors must submit a technical proposal detailing past performances and technical capabilities, alongside a price proposal. Evaluation of submissions will consider technical capability, past performance, and price, with equal weight given to the first two factors combined compared to price. Additionally, the document outlines registration requirements in the System for Award Management (SAM), specifies submission guidelines, and includes clauses related to telecommunications restrictions. Questions regarding the solicitation should be directed to the specified government contact. The overall focus of this solicitation is to empower small businesses through contracting opportunities while ensuring services align with regulatory standards and promote efficient government operations.
Sep 4, 2024, 5:22 PM UTC
The USDA is seeking a facilitator for the San Juan National Forest's Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program (CFLRP) governance group. The facilitator will organize and moderate meetings for the Coordinating Council, subcommittees, and stakeholders, ensuring inclusive discussions about forest management and restoration projects. Responsibilities include developing meeting agendas, documenting discussions, encouraging participation, and utilizing conflict resolution techniques. Monthly Coordinating Council and subcommittee meetings, along with annual full stakeholder meetings, are expected. Key qualifications for the contractor include facilitation and mediation experience, particularly in natural resource collaboration, and familiarity with NEPA processes. All meetings will occur in the greater Durango area, and the contractor will need to manage travel logistics independently. This project emphasizes collaborative processes to enhance forest management efforts, aligning with governmental objectives in the environmental sector.
Sep 4, 2024, 5:22 PM UTC
The document appears to consist of fragmented data related to federal and local government RFPs and grants. It contains references to requests for proposals (RFPs) aimed at acquiring services or products, funding sources for federal grants, and necessary compliance for state and local initiatives. Key topics likely include the scope of these projects, essential requirements for bidders, deadlines, and funding stipulations, though specific details are obscured due to formatting and content encoding issues. It emphasizes the importance of procedural adherence to regulations and deadlines, likely intended for potential contractors and stakeholders involved in government-funded projects. The aim of the document aligns with facilitating public sector development and financial allocations via grants and contracts. The structure suggests a comprehensive approach to outlining project requirements, agency expectations, and compliance guidelines, highlighting the need for bidders to understand the complexities involved in governmental procurement processes and related funding opportunities.
Sep 4, 2024, 5:22 PM UTC
The document serves as an amendment to Solicitation No. 1284LM24Q0130 from the USDA Forest Service, specifically addressing inquiries related to the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program (CFLRP). It clarifies that remote facilitation for meetings cannot be accommodated, emphasizing the importance of face-to-face collaboration due to the structured nature of the governing bodies involved. The amendment also indicates that meeting dates will not be consolidated to promote competitive bidding from vendors outside the Durango, CO area. There are currently no deadlines established for the resultant contract; a Post Award Conference will occur within seven days of the contract award to discuss stakeholder and committee timelines. Payment terms stipulate invoicing through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP.gov) alongside a Progress Report every 30 days. Overall, the document underscores the importance of collaborative processes and aims to inform potential contractors about requirements and logistical expectations.
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