F--OR-SHELDON NWR-LOW TECH STRM RESTORATION
ID: 140FS125Q0048Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, SAT TEAM 1Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER (F099)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 12, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 16, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, under the Department of the Interior, is seeking qualified small businesses to undertake a project focused on the low-tech process-based restoration of degraded streams at the Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge. The objective is to design and implement restoration techniques that mimic natural structures to enhance aquatic habitats along Thousand Creek and Fish Creek, with a performance period set from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026. This initiative is crucial for improving stream health and biodiversity, aligning with federal and state environmental restoration efforts. Interested contractors must submit their offers by April 16, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Roger Lockhart at roger_lockhart@fws.gov or by phone at 404-679-7124.

Point(s) of Contact
Lockhart, Roger
(404) 679-7124
(404) 679-4057
roger_lockhart@fws.gov
Files
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The document outlines required contract terms and conditions that contractors must comply with in federal acquisitions of commercial products and services. It references several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that implement legal provisions or executive orders, such as prohibitions on certain contracting arrangements, requirements related to small business utilization, and protections for whistleblowers. Key clauses include mandates for accelerated payments to small business subcontractors, compliance with labor standards, and regulations regarding employee rights in various contexts. The document also specifies the contractor's obligations concerning record retention and access for audit purposes, along with flow-down requirements for certain clauses to subcontractors. Overall, this file serves to ensure compliance with federal laws and policies in government contracting processes while supporting transparency and accountability in contracts involving commercial items and services.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The U.S. Department of Labor's Wage Determination No. 2015-5601 outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for workers under the Service Contract Act, particularly applicable in Nevada counties. Effective January 30, 2022, contracts entered into or renewed after this date require a minimum wage of $17.75 per hour for covered workers. If contracts were awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, the minimum wage is set at $13.30 per hour. The document lists various occupations and their respective minimum hourly rates, emphasizing compliance with Executive Orders governing wage standards. Additionally, it specifies obligations related to paid sick leave, health benefits, vacation, and holidays. The wage rates and conditions aim to ensure fair compensation and worker protections for federal contract workers, guiding employers in adhering to legal wage requirements while fostering workforce welfare.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document outlines the project aimed at implementing low-tech, process-based restoration techniques for degraded streams within the Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge. It presents a map identifying various ecological zones including core habitat areas, growth opportunity areas, and stream restoration reaches. The project intends to improve stream health and enhance biodiversity by restoring natural processes in the affected waterways. This initiative aligns with federal and state environmental restoration efforts, likely under a Request for Proposals (RFP) or grant framework aimed at supporting ecological conservation projects. The map serves as a visual aid, clearly delineating areas of focus and potential intervention sites, indicating a structured approach to ecological restoration within the specified refuge. Overall, the project demonstrates a commitment to rehabilitating vital natural habitats while engaging with relevant regulatory frameworks and methodologies.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document outlines Amendment 0001 to solicitation number 140FS125Q0048, related to a government contract concerning a project near Falls Church, Virginia. This amendment provides essential updates regarding the acknowledgment of the amendment, including instructions for submitting offers and changes to previously submitted bids. Importantly, the amendment addresses a query about the lengths of the channels involved in the project, specifying that the work will encompass 1.5 miles of Thousand Creek and 2.3 miles of Fish Creek. There are no other modifications to the solicitation, and the receipt deadline for offers remains unchanged. The period of performance for the project is set from April 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. This amendment reflects efforts to ensure clarity and adherence to updated Department of Interior policies while facilitating the contracting process for the stated project. The overall objective is to communicate necessary changes effectively to all potential contractors involved in the bidding or execution of the contract.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document is an amendment to solicitation number 140FS125Q0048, issued to modify the terms of the procurement process. It specifically updates the hour and date for the receipt of offers to 04/02/2025 at 1400 ED, with a performance period set from 04/01/2025 to 12/31/2025. The amendment lays out the requirements for contractors to acknowledge receipt of the amendment, which can be done through various methods like acknowledgment on offer copies or electronic communication. Importantly, the amendment notes that failure to acknowledge receipt timely may result in the rejection of the offer. It emphasizes that no additional changes were made beyond the adjustment of the submission deadline. The document concludes with a statement ensuring that all other terms and conditions remain unchanged and in effect. This amendment serves to streamline the procurement process while ensuring compliance with updated timeline requirements.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document outlines Amendment 0003 to solicitation number 140FS125Q0048, modifying a federal project related to Low-tech Process Based Restoration of Degraded Streams at Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge. It details changes to the Period of Performance (PoP), now set from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, and addresses bidder inquiries regarding project timelines and available government resources. The amendment clarifies that no aquatic resource delineations exist and budgetary details will not be disclosed. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to prevent their offers from being rejected. All other terms remain unchanged. The response to questions is intended to support better understanding and compliance among potential contractors, ensuring a transparent bidding process while adhering to recent policy updates from the Department of the Interior.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document is an amendment (0004) to a previously issued federal solicitation (140FS125Q0048) concerning modifications to contract/orders. This amendment clarifies requirements for offerors, emphasizing the necessity of acknowledging receipt to avoid rejection of offers. It reiterates that system updates may lag behind policy updates, particularly concerning the System for Award Management (SAM) representations that may not be reflected in agency solicitations. The amendment states that agencies will not consider certain representations and that entities are not required to update SAM to remove these representations. Additionally, it specifies that the period of performance for the contract is set from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026. There are no extensions to the deadline for receiving offers, and all terms and conditions remain unchanged. This document serves to ensure compliance and clarity for potential contractors engaged in government work, enhancing communication regarding contract requirements.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
Amendment 0005 to solicitation 140FS125Q0048 is issued to enhance project details by adding location maps and project coordinates for the Thousand Creek and Fish Creek areas. The amendment notes that the hour and date for receipt of offers is extended to April 16, 2025, at 1500 ED, with the performance period running from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026. Due to recent precipitation, access to the Fish Creek site may be restricted; thus, site visits are scheduled for April 4 and April 9, 2025, only at the Thousand Creek location. While the sites remain open to public access, caution is advised against traveling on wet or muddy roads to prevent erosion and vehicle entrapment. The amendment also indicates that further updates may arise from inquiries received, ensuring clarity and transparency in the proposal process. Overall, this amendment aims to provide essential logistical information to facilitate vendor participation in the solicitation process for the respective contract.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a Request for Quotations (RFQ) from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for a project focused on the low-tech process-based restoration of degraded streams at the Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge. The contract, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, calls for qualified contractors to design and implement restoration techniques that mimic natural structures to improve aquatic habitats. The work is scheduled from April 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, primarily along Thousand Creek and Fish Creek, requiring manual construction of structures like log jams to enhance stream health. Contractors are responsible for obtaining environmental permits, including water quality certifications, ensuring compliance, and reporting on project outcomes. Additionally, the RFQ specifies the importance of eco-friendly practices and mandates that contractors register with the System for Award Management (SAM) for eligibility. Key contacts for this project are provided for contractors to clarify project details or submission protocols, reinforcing the government’s commitment to improving environmental sustainability and ensuring detailed monitoring throughout the restoration process.
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