logistical support services
ID: 140G0325Q0021Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFFICE OF ACQUISITON GRANTSSACRAMENTO, CA, 95819, USA

NAICS

Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: LOGISTICS SUPPORT (R706)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cb5cbcaa11b34e438fb189aa46d426ed/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting quotes for logistical support services essential for polar bear research in Alaska's southern Beaufort Sea region. The procurement aims to secure accommodations, meals, office space, and aircraft parking from March 17 to April 30, 2025, to facilitate research in a remote environment. This logistical support is critical for the effective evaluation and monitoring of polar bear populations, highlighting the importance of collaboration with small businesses in federal research initiatives. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by January 31, 2025, and can contact Tracy Huot at thuot@usgs.gov or 916-278-9330 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Huot, Tracy
    (916) 278-9330
    thuot@usgs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FAR_52_204-24_and_FAR_52_204-26.pdf
    This document outlines federal regulations regarding the procurement of telecommunications and video surveillance services or equipment, specifically prohibiting the use of "covered telecommunications equipment or services" as defined by Section 889 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019. Offerors must represent whether they will supply such equipment or services in contracts with the government and disclose any usage after conducting reasonable inquiries. The document further emphasizes the necessity of reviewing the System for Award Management (SAM) for any excluded parties. It includes detailed representations required from offerors regarding their compliance with regulations about covered telecommunications equipment and services, including the identification of the manufacturers and descriptions of the equipment offered. This policy aims to enhance government procurement integrity by ensuring that contracts do not engage with potentially harmful or insecure technologies, thereby protecting national security interests.
    Price_Sheet.xlsx
    The 2025 USGS Polar Bear Survey proposal outlines plans for accommodations, transportation, and facilities necessary for conducting the survey. The document details a series of room and flight reservations spanning from March through April 2025, highlighting total room nights, rates, and contingencies for extended stays. Transportation logistics include the use of two aircraft: a helicopter and a Cessna, with estimated usage days specified. Facilities considered include hangar space and office/storage needs, along with a requirement for a Department of Defense Long Term Lease contingent. The invoice procedure will account for actual usage days for services provided, emphasizing transparency in billing. Overall, this proposal focuses on logistical preparations required for the survey, which is essential for the effective evaluation and monitoring of polar bear populations in their natural habitat. The structured layout provides clarity on timelines and requirements, instrumental for funding and resource allocation in future government RFPs and grants.
    Sol_140G0325Q0021.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for logistical support services related to polar bear research in Alaska's southern Beaufort Sea region. Specifically, the RFQ seeks firm price quotes from small businesses to provide lodging, meals, office space, and aircraft parking for a project running from March 17 to April 30, 2025. The logistical support is crucial given the remote nature of the research site; hence, various specific requirements for lodging, including internet and laundry facilities, as well as maintenance space for the aircraft, are detailed. The request emphasizes that this RFQ is not an offer but an invitation for quotes and indicates the evaluation criteria, stipulating that submissions must comply with Federal Acquisition Regulations. The document specifies that quotes must be submitted by January 31, 2025, and provides instructions for submission, including required forms and certifications to be filled by bidders. This RFQ reflects the USGS's ongoing commitment to scientific research in challenging environments, underlining the importance of collaborative partnership with small businesses to support federal research initiatives.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    logistical support services
    Currently viewing
    Solicitation
    Similar Opportunities
    GPSC5 Sources Sought
    Interior, Department Of The
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify small businesses and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) capable of providing professional mapping services under specific NAICS codes. The required services include remotely sensed data acquisition and the processing of high-resolution topographic and geophysical data, all to be performed under the supervision of qualified professionals. This initiative is crucial for supporting the USGS's science mission and involves managing projects of at least 1,500 square miles in size. Interested firms must submit their capability statements, including relevant performance history and socioeconomic status, by February 28, 2025, to Trisha Beals at tbeals@usgs.gov, ensuring they have a DUNS number and active registration on SAM.gov.
    T--AERIAL IMAGERY
    Interior, Department Of The
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), part of the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide low-altitude aerial imagery and navigation data, specifically focused on coastal monitoring along the Atlantic East Coast and Gulf of Mexico coast. The objective is to capture current topographic conditions, particularly after storm events, with a maximum of ten data collections per year, requiring timely delivery of digital imagery and navigation data within three days of collection. This procurement is critical for enhancing environmental monitoring and response capabilities, ensuring that the collected data meets strict technical specifications for photogrammetric processing. Interested small businesses are encouraged to participate, with a total small business set-aside in place, and proposals are due by January 31, 2025. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Mindie Dixon at mdixon@usgs.gov or (703) 648-7375.
    TEMPORARY BERTHING SPACE FOR THE MUSKIE
    Interior, Department Of The
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking proposals for leasing temporary berthing space for the Research Vessel "Muskie" on Lake Erie. The contractor will be responsible for providing secure dock space, operational support, and necessary facilities from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2028, including shore power, security measures, and accessibility for personnel and supplies. This procurement is crucial for supporting USGS research activities, ensuring the vessel is adequately housed and operational during its research missions. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals for berthing facilities located between Port Clinton and Fairport Harbor, Ohio, and can contact Jason Harris at jharris@usgs.gov or 303-236-9316 for further details.
    MINERAL SEPERATION ANALYSIS
    Interior, Department Of The
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), part of the Department of the Interior, is seeking quotes for specialized geochronological services, specifically focused on mineral separation and high-accuracy U-Pb dating of volcanic ash samples from a research core in Alaska. The objective of this procurement is to clarify the unknown ages of strata from the Cretaceous period, which is crucial for advancing petroleum resource research and understanding paleoclimatic conditions. The contract, set to run from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, requires the awardee to separate zircon from samples, conduct initial screening via laser-ablation inductively-coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS), and perform precise isotopic analysis using chemical-abrasion isotope-dilution thermal-ionization mass spectrometry (CA-ID-TIMS). Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email to Travis Herberholz at therberholz@usgs.gov, adhering to the guidelines outlined in the solicitation, with all deliverables due within 180 days of contract ratification.
    MI - VEHICLE REPAIR - 2024 FRONTIER
    Interior, Department Of The
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is soliciting quotes for vehicle repair services for a 2024 Nissan Frontier pickup truck that has sustained damage from a deer collision. The procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, allowing only small business vendors to participate, with a submission deadline of February 7, 2025. The scope of work includes vehicle pickup, damage assessment, part procurement, repair execution, and final quality assurance, with adherence to federal wage determinations and compliance with cybersecurity and environmental regulations. Interested vendors should submit their quotations in PDF format, including relevant references and required documentation, to the designated contact, Brian Baker, at bfbaker@usgs.gov. The contract performance period is set from February 21, 2025, to May 31, 2025.
    Arctic Exercise (ARCEX) 2025-Arctic Pioneering Air Charter Services
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), is seeking qualified contractors to provide Arctic Pioneering Air Charter Services for the Arctic Exercise (ARCEX) 2025, scheduled from February 21 to February 26, 2025. The contract requires specialized aircraft capable of conducting Pioneering Landings on sea-ice, with a minimum endurance of five hours and a payload capacity of at least 2,000 lbs, while operating without groomed runways. This procurement is critical for supporting Navy operations in challenging Arctic conditions, ensuring effective ice surveys and logistical support during the exercise. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 31, 2025, and can contact Matthew R. Bowen at matthew.r.bowen4.civ@mail.mil or 618-578-4067 for further information.
    CERC Lotek CART Tags *Brand name only*
    Interior, Department Of The
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking proposals for the procurement of Lotek CART Tags, specifically brand name only, to support ongoing research related to fish movement in the Cuyahoga River, which is undergoing a dam removal project. The requirement includes 101 Lotek CART tags, which are specialized telemetry devices designed to operate in challenging environments, facilitating dual-method tracking of fish movements essential for ecological restoration efforts. This acquisition is a total small business set-aside, with the solicitation (RFQ 140G0125Q0035) scheduled for issuance on January 24, 2025, and written quotes due by January 31, 2025. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can direct inquiries to Kimberly Schneider at krschneider@usgs.gov.
    D--SOFTWARE SUPPORT-earthquake monitoring and data pr
    Interior, Department Of The
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for software support related to earthquake monitoring and data product distribution. The procurement aims to maintain and enhance various software systems integral to the Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS), ensuring effective coordination of seismic monitoring across the nation. This initiative is crucial for advancing public safety and scientific inquiry in earthquake response capabilities. Interested bidders must submit their proposals by March 4, 2025, with the contract period spanning from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, and a total project budget not to exceed $5 million. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Tracy Huot at thuot@usgs.gov or by phone at 916-278-9330.
    Additional Aircraft for Arctic Pioneering Air Charter Services to Undersea Warfighting Development Center Detachment Arctic Submarine Laboratory Arctic Exercise (ARCEX) 2025
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), is seeking qualified air charter service providers for the Arctic Exercise (ARCEX) 2025, specifically for additional aircraft to support operations at the Undersea Warfighting Development Center Detachment Arctic Submarine Laboratory. The procurement involves providing chartered air services capable of conducting Pioneering Landings on unimproved ice surfaces, with aircraft required to operate in remote Arctic conditions, covering distances of 100 to 225 nautical miles from Deadhorse Airport in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. This initiative is critical for facilitating logistical support for undersea warfighting operations, emphasizing safety, technical competence, and regulatory compliance. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by February 6, 2025, at noon Central Time, and can direct inquiries to Matthew R. Bowen at matthew.r.bowen4.civ@mail.mil or by phone at 618-578-4067.
    J--AK-KODIAK ADMIN SITE-ELEVATOR CONTRACT
    Interior, Department Of The
    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting quotes for the Kodiak Admin Site Elevator Contract, which involves annual inspections and a five-year load safety test for the passenger elevator at the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska. The contract aims to ensure compliance with safety codes ANSI A17.1 and A17.3, with a performance period from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2030, including options for four additional one-year renewals. This procurement is critical for maintaining public safety in federal facilities, and interested small businesses must submit their proposals by January 27, 2025, via email to the designated contracting officer. For further inquiries, contact Tanner Frank at tannerfrank@fws.gov.