Professional Land Surveying - USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service - Wyoming
ID: 12FPC325R0043Type: 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/2c61feea61904640bf7be2e01026f9a5/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) Business Center is seeking qualified firms to provide professional land surveying services for legal boundary surveys throughout Wyoming. The procurement aims to establish multiple contracts for easement boundary surveying under various conservation programs, emphasizing the need for licensed surveyors with experience in the state. Interested firms must submit their qualifications using the Standard Form 330 (SF330) by February 13, 2025, with a total contract value expected to reach $3 million over five years. For inquiries, contact 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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    12FPC324R0043 Instructions to Offerors -Wyoming.pdf
    The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service is seeking professional surveying services in Wyoming through Solicitation Number 12FPC325R0043. Interested firms must submit an electronic Standard Form 330 (SF330), demonstrating qualifications for land surveying and mapping services. The anticipated contract includes a Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement for easement boundary surveying, with a total limit of $1.5 million over five years. Working conditions will require firms to possess licenses and evidence of previous relevant work within the state. Key evaluation criteria include professional qualifications of staff, specific knowledge of Wyoming's geography, specialized experience in boundary surveys, capability to perform required work in a timely manner, and proven past performance on similar projects. The submission deadline for proposals is February 13, 2025, with inquiries directed to designated USDA contacts. Importantly, this announcement is set aside for small businesses, ensuring opportunities within the local community.
    Attachment 1A - Land Survey Specification rev June 2018 with addendum.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) establishes Land Survey Specifications for its easement programs to ensure accurate and professional boundary surveys. Professional land surveyors must conduct surveys under state regulations, producing documents that include plat maps and legal descriptions of easement areas. Key prerequisites include conducting initial site visits with landowners and NRCS representatives, documenting survey results thoroughly, and adhering to stringent quality standards. Land surveyors are responsible for marking boundary lines with visible monuments and ensuring detailed and transparent reporting of any conflicts or discrepancies in land ownership. The process involves precise measurement and recording of coordinates, and all survey data must comply with local state survey standards. A complete survey submission includes electronic files, legal descriptions, and dynamic map visuals. Moreover, surveyors cannot have personal or financial interests in the land being surveyed. Confidentiality regarding sensitive landowner and governmental information must be maintained. The overall aim is to facilitate accurate easement boundaries, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines while preventing conflicts and misunderstandings in land ownership.
    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 the reestablishment of easement boundaries under its easement programs. This process involves certified professional land surveyors reestablishing existing boundary lines and access routes per detailed NRCS guidelines. The work progresses in two phases: Phase I allows for initial assessments and submission of preliminary survey documents, while Phase II permits the actual monumentation and marking of boundaries upon NRCS approval. Key requirements include adherence to state-specific regulations, use of appropriate surveying methods, and thorough documentation of survey processes. Surveyors must notify landowners about work schedules, conduct pre-survey visits, and ensure all findings are compliant with NRCS specifications. Final deliverables must encompass comprehensive survey plats, legal descriptions of properties and access routes, and digital media adhering to established coordinate systems. The specifications emphasize professionalism, accuracy, and transparency, mandating surveys be conducted without conflict of interest and safeguarding confidentiality concerning sensitive landowner information. This framework showcases NRCS's commitment to preserving conservation easements through systematic and regulated survey methodologies.
    Attachment 2 - PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE.pdf
    The document outlines a Past Performance Questionnaire used by federal agencies to assess contractors' performance on government projects. It includes sections for Offerors to provide solicitation and contract information, and for Assessors to evaluate contractor performance based on specific criteria. The Assessor is required to rate the contractor's performance in areas such as technical quality, customer satisfaction, and adherence to schedules, using a predefined scale ranging from "Exceptional" to "Unsatisfactory." The questionnaire emphasizes the importance of providing feedback efficiently, encouraging electronic submission instead of hard copies. Assessor feedback is essential for evaluating the reliability and effectiveness of contractors in future procurements. This document plays a crucial role in the sourcing decisions for government contracts, ensuring that past performance is heavily weighted in awarding future contracts, facilitating informed choice among bidders.
    Attachment 4 - 12FPC325R0001 through 12FPC325R0045 Questions and Answers.pdf
    The solicitation notice (12FPC325R0001 through 12FPC325R0045) outlines the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service’s request for qualifications in professional land surveying across various states, including Illinois, Texas, and Louisiana. It clarifies bidding procedures, stating that submissions must adhere to FAR Part 36.6, with firms allowed to collaborate as prime or subcontractors. State-wise qualifications will be evaluated through an Individual Delivery Order Contracts (IDIQ) mechanism. Respondents must meet the Small Business Administration's size standards, provide comprehensive SF330 forms detailing personnel qualifications, previous survey work, and past performance, while no extensions to submission deadlines will be granted despite requests. The agency emphasizes the importance of local presence for evaluation, and successful contractors will operate under fixed-price contracts totaling an expected maximum of $3 million over five years. Payments will be milestone-based and contingent on deliverable approval, with a minimum task order value of $2,500. The intent is to establish multiple contracts for easement boundary surveying and related services, with an emphasis on small business participation and comprehensive capability demonstration from firms across the specified states.
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