12444123F0093 Cultural Resource Survey for the White Grape Bend Project
ID: 12444123F0093Type: Justification
AwardedApr 28, 2023
Award #:12444123F0093
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA FOREST SERVICESAINT PAUL, MN, 55108, USA

PSC

OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (F999)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c42c5baf19b845a396d91450f370f08e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA Forest Service, is seeking services for a Cultural Resource Survey related to the White Grape Bend Project, as outlined in the Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) call 12444123F0093. This task order, issued on April 28, 2023, falls within the scope of existing contract(s) 1243ZP18A0010 and aims to ensure compliance with cultural resource management standards in the project area located in Murphy, North Carolina. The procurement process followed FAR guidelines, confirming that this approach is the most cost-effective means of obtaining the necessary services, with the award made to a Small Business and exempt from subcontracting plan requirements. Interested parties can reach out to David Easter at david.easter@usda.gov or by phone at 651-649-5236 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    David Easter
    (651) 649-5236
    david.easter@usda.gov
    Files
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    12444123F0093 SAM Posting.pdf
    This document details a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) call, 12444123F0093, for a Cultural Resource Survey for the White Grape Bend Project, issued on April 28, 2023. The task order falls within the scope of basic contract(s) 1243ZP18A0010. Market research and acquisition planning were conducted in accordance with FAR Part 10 and 7.102, respectively, determining this action as the most cost-effective procurement method. The action is exempt from synopsis per FAR 5.202(a)(11) because the basic contract was previously synopsized. Fair Opportunity was provided to all BPA awardees as per FAR 16.505(b)(1). This award, made to a Small Business, is exempt from subcontracting plan requirements under FAR 19.702(b)(1). Funding was certified as available and appropriate. A Firm Fixed Price contract, authorized by FAR 16.202-2, was chosen due to definite functional specifications and expected competition, ensuring fair and reasonable pricing. The document is signed by David Easter, Contracting Officer.
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