AL-DEEP HORIZON NRDA ARO-INVASIVE SPECIE
ID: 140FNR25Q0010Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, NRDARFalls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS PROTECTION- PESTICIDES SUPPORT (F105)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1fbf8a275f7a4f3eaf3587e43058aaa8/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is seeking contractors for the AL-DEEP HORIZON NRDA ARO-Invasive Species project, which involves invasive species treatment at Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge in Alabama. The primary objective is to control three invasive species—cogon grass, torpedo grass, and rattlebox—across approximately 12 acres, utilizing approved herbicides to achieve a 95% control rate, with performance expected to commence in March 2025 and conclude by May 2026. This initiative is part of the broader Deepwater Horizon Gulf restoration efforts, emphasizing the importance of ecological restoration and compliance with environmental safety standards. Interested contractors must submit proposals by February 24, 2025, and direct inquiries to Lamont Sawyers at lamont_sawyers@fws.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sawyers, Lamont
    (000) 000-0000
    lamont_sawyers@fws.gov
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    PWS_Bon_Secour_Invasive_Species_Treatment_Final.docx
    The Performance Work Statement outlines a contract for invasive species treatment on the Pilot Town tract of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge in Gulf Shores, Alabama, for fiscal year 2025. The contractor will control three target species: cogon grass, torpedo grass, and rattlebox across approximately 12 acres. The service includes applying approved herbicides to achieve a 95% control rate, with performance beginning in March 2025 and concluding in May 2026. All necessary personnel, equipment, and supplies must be provided by the contractor, while adherence to environmental safety standards is paramount. The document emphasizes a non-supervisory role for the government, highlighting a fixed-price contract type, security protocols, coordination procedures, and deliverable reporting. Performance evaluations will assess compliance with treatment requirements, and failures will necessitate re-treatment at the contractor's expense. The overarching goal is to mitigate the impact of invasive species on native ecosystems, ensuring environmental integrity and compliance with U.S. Fish and Wildlife regulations throughout the contract's duration.
    Sol_140FNR25Q0010.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) focused on invasive species treatment at Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, specifically related to a project under the Deepwater Horizon Gulf restoration efforts. Key details include a delivery timeline from March 1 to May 1, 2025, with final proposals due on February 24, 2025. Contractors must submit inquiries electronically by February 19, 2025, and are expected to prepare detailed proposals that demonstrate technical capability, past performance, and a pricing schedule. The RFQ indicates that this solicitation is not set aside for small businesses and defines procedures for proposal submission, contract evaluation, and award. The contract includes various clauses related to compliance with federal regulations, safety protocols, and quality assurance measures. The contractor is responsible for ensuring adherence to local laws, and specific provisions regarding site restoration and cleanup after project completion are emphasized. This RFQ illustrates the government's approach to contracting services for ecological restoration projects, highlighting the importance of relevant certifications, representation of the offeror, and clear criteria for evaluation and award, ultimately aimed at achieving environmental objectives.
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