NAVIGABILITY HISTORIAN CONTRACT
ID: 140L6325Q0007Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTALASKA STATE OFFICEANCHORAGE, AK, 99513, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (541720)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- HISTORICAL (B521)

Set Aside

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

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is soliciting proposals for a Navigability Historian Contract to conduct historical research on specified waterbodies in Alaska. The primary objective is to gather detailed insights into the historical usage of these waterbodies, particularly prior to Alaska's statehood in 1959, without making navigability determinations. This initiative is crucial for guiding administrative decisions related to waterways in Alaska and supports conservation and historical documentation efforts. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals electronically by January 30, 2025, with a planned delivery date for the project by February 27, 2026. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Laura Sherman at lsherman@blm.gov or by phone at 907-271-4440.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sherman, Laura
    (907) 271-4440
    (907) 271-4595
    lsherman@blm.gov
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    The document comprises a list of waterbodies relevant to a project under federal and state RFPs, specifically for the State of Alaska. Each entry includes a Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC) and legal descriptions of waterways, ranging from rivers to channels and creeks. The specified waterbodies, such as Miluet Creek and Unalakleet River, are identified by their unique HUC numbers and geographic coordinates, indicating their exact locations within the state. This roster serves as a fundamental reference for planning, assessments, or grant applications concerning aquatic environments. It likely supports regulatory compliance, conservation efforts, or resource management related to these waterbodies. The attention to precise legal descriptions underscores the document’s importance for legal, environmental, and administrative purposes in managing waterway-related projects in Alaska.
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Alaska Regional Office is soliciting proposals for a contract focused on historical research concerning the use of water bodies in Alaska. This initiative aims to evaluate the navigability of these water bodies adjacent to federally-owned uplands and assess the State of Alaska's ownership of submerged lands. Contractors will be responsible for developing reports that summarize the historical use of selected water bodies, particularly prior to Alaska statehood in 1959, without making navigability determinations. The reports must include specifics about watercraft utilized, trade activities, and any relevant historical context. Key deliverables include detailed reports on the findings, outlining watercraft types, cargo weights, and the sources of information used, along with an analysis of travel and trade conditions associated with these water bodies. The project requires contractors to conduct extensive research, including archival review, interviews, and fieldwork, culminating in monthly progress updates to BLM. The SOW emphasizes careful documentation of all findings and adjustments based on evolving priorities and potential conflicts that may arise during the contract period. This research aligns with the broader goals of guiding administrative decisions related to waterways in Alaska.
    The document outlines the wage determinations under the Service Contract Act, specifically for Alaska (WD # 2015-5681, Revision #22) effective as of December 23, 2024. It stipulates wage and fringe benefit requirements for service contracts, ensuring workers are paid at least the minimum wage as mandated by Executive Orders 14026 and 13658. It details various occupational titles and associated wage rates, as well as necessary fringe benefits, including health and welfare benefits averaging $5.36 per hour. The document also describes the conformance process for classifying new job titles not listed, directing contractors on how to request proper classifications and compensation rates for employees. Specific provisions regarding paid sick leave are noted under EO 13706, reflecting federal labor standards. This wage determination aims to protect workers’ rights and ensure fair payment in federal contracting, thereby reinforcing the government's commitment to equitable labor practices.
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is soliciting proposals for a navigability historian to research and provide historical data on specified waterbodies in Alaska. The solicitation, referenced as number 140L6325Q0007, includes specific guidelines and requirements for interested offerors to follow, such as compliance with the Buy American Act. The project aims to gather detailed insights into the historical usage of these waterbodies and the successful offeror will need to adhere to strict evaluation criteria, focusing on both technical acceptability and cost effectiveness. Submissions are to be made electronically by January 30, 2025, with a planned delivery date by February 27, 2026. BLM aims to award a firm-fixed price contract, which may include multiple awards if deemed beneficial. This initiative underscores the government's effort to explore and document navigability within Alaskan resources, supporting conservation and historical documentation efforts.
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