Professional Land Surveying - USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service - Idaho
ID: 12FPC325R0044Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFARM PRODUCTION AND CONSERVATION BUSINESS CENTERFPAC BUS CNTR-ACQ DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

NAICS

Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services (541370)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: LAND SURVEYS-CADASTRAL (NON-CONSTRUCTION) (R404)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6c667f86707c418193aae42cb2b8d3e9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) Business Center is seeking qualified small business firms to provide professional land surveying services for legal boundary surveys across the State of Idaho. The selected contractor must be licensed in Idaho and will conduct surveys related to various easement programs, including the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while adhering to strict accuracy standards. This opportunity is critical for effective easement management and preservation of natural resources, with a total contract value not exceeding $1.5 million over five years. Interested firms must submit their qualifications via Standard Form 330 (SF330) by February 13, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, and can direct inquiries to Amber Maestri at amber.maestri@usda.gov or Ruben Mindieta at ruben.mindieta@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Amber Maestri
    amber.maestri@usda.gov
    Ruben Mindieta
    ruben.mindieta@usda.gov
    Files
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    12FPC324R0044 Instructions to Offerors - Idaho.pdf
    The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service invites qualified professional surveying firms to submit electronic responses for a contract, identified by Solicitation Number 12FPC325R0044, to provide surveying services in Idaho. The contract is a Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Single Award Task Order Contract (SATOC), with a total not exceeding $1.5 million over five years. Interested firms must submit a Standard Form 330 (SF330) addressing specific evaluation criteria: professional qualifications, knowledge of the locality, specialized experience, capacity to perform work, and past performance. All submissions must be received by February 13, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST. The selected firm must be licensed in Idaho and demonstrate the ability to conduct legal easement boundary surveys, providing comprehensive project details and adhering to local regulations. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses. The selection process will evaluate qualifications based on the firm’s experience, team members’ qualifications, and relevant project history to ensure compliance and competency in surveying services.
    Attachment 1A - Land Survey Specification rev June 2018 with addendum.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provides Land Survey Specifications for its easement programs. Licensed professional land surveyors must conduct comprehensive legal boundary surveys, which include assessing easement areas, ingress and egress routes, and documenting findings with accurate drawings, descriptions, and plat maps. The surveyor must adhere to the strict accuracy standards of both federal and state regulations, using suitable methods and equipment for data collection. Before commencing fieldwork, surveyors are required to conduct an onsite presurvey meeting with landowners and NRCS representatives to identify easement boundaries and potential conflicts. Survey areas must be marked clearly, and any discrepancies in ownership must be reported. Monuments and witness posts must visibly mark easement boundaries, and surveyors must compile detailed final reports and digital files for NRCS approval. Additionally, the document emphasizes maintaining confidentiality, avoiding conflicts of interest, and ensuring non-discrimination during survey activities. The emphasis on thorough documentation, compliance with mapping regulations, and precise communication aligns with federal RFP requirements and promotes effective easement management.
    Attachment 1B - Land Survey ReEstablishment Specification rev June 2018.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) outlines specifications for reestablishing easement boundaries through legal surveys conducted by licensed surveyors. The process is conducted in two phases: Phase I involves submitting preliminary survey data for NRCS review, while Phase II allows for monumentation and marking of the established boundaries. Quality standards mandate compliance with state regulations and NRCS specifications, emphasizing the accuracy of descriptions and the use of professional methodologies. Surveyors are required to notify affected landowners, conduct site inspections, and utilize approved equipment and techniques to collect data. The document details requirements for documentation, inspections, and deliverables, which include signed plats, legal descriptions, and electronic files. There is a strong emphasis on maintaining confidentiality, avoiding conflicts of interest, and ensuring all survey work meets high professional standards. Overall, this guidance ensures the integrity of easement boundaries while adhering to federal and state requirements, reflecting NRCS's commitment to preserving natural resources effectively.
    Attachment 2 - PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE.pdf
    The document outlines a Past Performance Questionnaire designed for contractors participating in federal RFPs, federal grants, and state/local RFPs. It serves to gather performance evaluations from assessors regarding a contractor's past projects. The Offeror is required to fill out initial sections, detailing solicitation and contract information, while the Assessor completes subsequent sections to evaluate the contractor's performance across various elements, including technical quality, cost control, customer satisfaction, and timeliness. Performance is rated using defined categories: Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, or Unsatisfactory. The document encourages assessors to provide comments, particularly if ratings of Marginal or Unsatisfactory are given. This structured feedback mechanism aims to ensure transparent evaluation of contractor performance, which is critical in sourcing decisions and maintaining accountability in government contracting. The emphasis on electronic submission streamlines communication and facilitates efficiency in the assessment process, ultimately reinforcing the government's commitment to accountability and quality in contract execution.
    Attachment 4 - 12FPC325R0001 through 12FPC325R0045 Questions and Answers.pdf
    The document is a solicitation notice from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service concerning professional land surveying services across multiple states including Louisiana, Indiana, Illinois, Arkansas, and others. It invites firms to submit qualifications under FAR Part 36.6 procedures for IDIQ contracts related to easement boundary surveying and re-establishment. The questions and answers section addresses various facets of the solicitation, including eligibility for teaming bids, qualifications of personnel, and the submission of required documentation such as the SF330 form. Key considerations include the requirement for firms to be small businesses per SBA size standards, the need for licensed land surveyors in specific states, and clarity on selection criteria which involve professional qualifications and past performance of the firms. The document emphasizes that proposals are not yet being accepted, but qualifications must be submitted following the outlined instructions, which include page limits for submissions and clarification on the assessment of past performance via PPQs and CPARS. Notably, progress payments will be based on completed work and all submissions must adhere strictly to provided guidelines and timelines. This solicitation is indicative of the federal government’s structured approach to acquiring professional services through clear eligibility criteria and detailed procedural requirements.
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