BPA Call CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES
ID: 1139772Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA EAST 10Atlanta, GA, 303092449, USA

NAICS

Building Inspection Services (541350)

PSC

INSPECTION- CONSTRUCTION, MINING, EXCAVATING, AND HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT (H338)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8c7f9a93b3d34d9db643408c5b8fbd36/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA Forest Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide construction inspection services through a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Call Order. The primary objective of this procurement is to appoint a Contract Inspector who will oversee construction and project administration at the El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico, along with providing additional support services such as engineering aid, construction scheduling, cost estimation, and material testing. This opportunity is significant as it promotes the engagement of small businesses in federal contracts while ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Interested parties should contact Nestor Rivera Gonzalez at nestor.riveragonzalez@usda.gov or Julie Nawrozzada at juricka.nawrozzada@usda.gov for further details, as the call order will be communicated via email to pre-approved companies under specific BPA agreement numbers.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nestor Rivera Gonzalez
    nestor.riveragonzalez@usda.gov
    Julie Nawrozzada
    juricka.nawrozzada@usda.gov
    Files
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    Attach 1 SOW_ EYNF Construction Insp Svs 2024.pdf
    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for construction inspection services at El Yunque National Forest, focusing on compliance, monitoring, and documentation related to various federal construction projects. The contractor is responsible for providing resources, tools, and personnel to ensure adherence to contract specifications while performing inspections across multiple projects simultaneously. Key roles include the Contract Inspector (CI), Engineering Aid (EA), and construction scheduling, emphasizing thorough knowledge of relevant construction standards and federal regulations. The SOW specifies service scope, including coordination between emergency relief projects, reporting procedures, and specific qualifications needed for different construction tasks, such as bridge construction and water well retrofits. Detailed responsibilities involve reviewing contractor performance, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring safety compliance. The document also includes project locations, coordinates, and relevant site conditions, underlining the remote and challenging nature of the inspection environments. Overall, the SOW illustrates the government's commitment to overseeing engineering services effectively within federal requirements, ensuring quality standards in construction efforts.
    Synopsis BPA Call Contract Inspection Support.pdf
    The document outlines a Notice of Intent to Award a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Call Order for inspection and support services for the USDA Forest Service in the Southern Region. This procurement is limited to pre-approved small businesses under specific BPA agreement numbers. The project, titled "Contract Inspection Support & Miscellaneous Services," involves appointing a Contract Inspector to oversee construction and project administration at the El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico. The services required include engineering aid, construction scheduling, cost estimation, and material testing. The primary service code is specified as H338 for construction inspection, while the associated NAICS code is 541350 for building inspection services with a size standard of $11.5 million. The call order will be communicated via email to the selected companies. The point of contact for this procurement is Nestor Rivera Gonzalez, with an additional courtesy contact for Julie Nawrozzada at USDA. This document serves to ensure compliance with federal procurement policies and promotes the engagement of small businesses in government contracts.
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