USDA Forest Service -Region 1 AE Facility Design Services_Pre-solicitation
ID: 1282B125R0002Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA FOREST SERVICE-SPOC IMWashington, DC, 202500001, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: OTHER (C219)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cdaa20e37f9f433fb7acb4f12f276483/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 23, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due May 15, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC
Description

The USDA Forest Service is seeking qualified engineering firms to provide Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract services for professional engineering and design projects primarily in Montana, with potential work extending to North Dakota, Idaho, Washington, and South Dakota. The procurement aims to select up to ten firms based on their qualifications, specialized experience, capacity, past performance, and geographical presence to support various engineering disciplines, including architecture, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering, focusing on the construction, maintenance, and renovation of facilities. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses, with a primary contract term of one year and four optional extensions, totaling a potential five-year engagement. Interested firms must submit their qualifications by May 15, 2025, and registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for eligibility. For further inquiries, contact Gilbert Chonje at gilbert.chonje@usda.gov or call 931-378-8014.

Point(s) of Contact
Gilbert Chonje
(931) 378-8014
gilbert.chonje@usda.gov
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Presol R1 Facilities Design AE IDIQ.pdf
Apr 9, 2025, 8:08 PM UTC
The US Forest Service, Region 1, is seeking Architect/Engineering services through an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract will cover professional engineering and design services across several states, primarily Montana, North Dakota, Idaho, Washington, and South Dakota. Firms are invited to submit their qualifications, as up to 10 will be selected based on specific evaluation criteria including professional qualifications, specialized experience, capacity to meet deadlines, past performance on similar contracts, and geographical proximity to the project sites. Areas of work will encompass a variety of design and inspection services for maintenance and new construction needs related to Forest Service facilities, such as buildings, roads, and landscapes. The contract will initially last for one year with four possible extensions, focusing on efficient mobilization for projects across diverse locations. This solicitation is set aside for small businesses, requiring registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Potential contractors must adhere to stringent qualification criteria and submit their qualifications by May 15, 2025. Technical questions can be sent to designated representatives until April 25, 2025. This effort reflects the Forest Service's commitment to maintaining and improving infrastructure in the Northern Region while actively engaging small businesses.
Presol R1 Facilities Design AE IDIQ - Amended.pdf
Apr 23, 2025, 6:09 PM UTC
The USDA Forest Service, Region 1, is seeking qualified engineering firms to provide Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract services for professional engineering and design projects within its jurisdiction, primarily across Montana, North Dakota, Idaho, Washington, and South Dakota. Up to ten firms will be selected based on their qualifications, specialized experience, capacity, past performance, and geographical presence. The projects encompass various disciplines, including architecture, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering, focusing on the construction, maintenance, and renovation of facilities. Contracts will have a primary term of one year with four optional extensions, totaling potentially five years. This solicitation is set aside for small businesses, and interested firms must submit qualifications by May 15, 2025. It emphasizes the need for timely responses and adherence to evaluation criteria, aligning with federal contracting regulations. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for eligibility. This pre-solicitation notice invites engineering firms to participate in supporting the USDA's infrastructure needs while maintaining regional compliance and standards.
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