Professional Land Surveying - USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service - Indiana
ID: 12FPC325R0002Type: 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/a812ce8a340e49ec9749a15c30e2303b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm Production and Conservation Business Center is seeking qualified firms to provide professional land surveying services for legal boundary surveys throughout Indiana. The selected contractor must be licensed in Indiana and will conduct surveys related to various easement programs, including the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program and the Farm Bill 2018 Regional Conservation Partnership Program. This procurement is crucial for ensuring accurate land management and compliance with federal regulations in conservation efforts. Interested firms must submit their Standard Form 330 (SF-330) by December 16, 2024, with a total contract value not exceeding $15 million over five years. For further inquiries, contact Amber Maestri at amber.maestri@usda.gov or Laureen Eipp at laureen.eipp@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Amber Maestri
    (850) 614-3022
    amber.maestri@usda.gov
    Laureen Eipp, Contracting Officer
    laureen.eipp@usda.gov
    Files
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    12FPC324R0002 Instruction to Offerors.pdf
    The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service solicits professional land surveying services in Indiana through Solicitation Number 12FPC325R0002. Interested firms must submit a Standard Form 330 (SF330) electronically by December 16, 2024. The contract includes up to three multiple-award task order contracts for legal easement boundary surveys and reestablishment, with a total value not exceeding $15 million over five years. Firms must demonstrate qualifications including professional certifications, knowledge of local geography, specialized experience, technical competence, and capacity to execute multiple tasks simultaneously. The evaluation criteria emphasize qualifications of personnel, past performance on similar projects, knowledge of locality, specialized experience, and available resources. Proposals must adhere to submission guidelines, including file size and formatting requirements. The government emphasizes that only complete submissions that meet all specified criteria will be considered. This procurement serves to ensure the effective management and conservation of natural resources through certified and experienced land 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) outlines specifications for land surveys related to its easement programs. A licensed land surveyor must conduct all legal boundary surveys, including access routes, adhering to state regulations and NRCS standards. Key prerequisites include on-site visits with landowners to discuss easement boundaries and routes, notification to NRCS representatives about survey dates, and marking of the survey area with visible stakes. Surveys must be detailed, accurate, and documented, including GPS data, and incorporate findings of existing easements or encroachments. Following completion, preliminary surveys must be reviewed, with final submissions including detailed plats, legal descriptions, and adherence to encroachment regulations. All personnel involved must uphold confidentiality and civil rights, ensuring no conflicts of interest. The requirements are designed to ensure precision in land management and compliance with federal regulations in securing and managing conservation easements effectively.
    Attachment 1B - Land Survey ReEstablishment Specification rev June 2018.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has issued specifications for the reestablishment of easement boundaries. The scope includes employing a licensed land surveyor to conduct legal surveys for boundary reestablishment and associated access routes. This process is divided into two phases: Phase I involves preliminary surveys, while Phase II encompasses monumentation and marking once approved by NRCS. Key focus areas include strict adherence to state regulations, accurate documentation of easement boundaries, and clear communication with landowners. The quality of survey work must comply with professional standards, utilizing appropriate equipment and methods. The surveyor must conduct pre-survey visits to clarify boundaries and notify stakeholders of survey dates. Deliverables include final survey plats, legal descriptions, and electronic data files, all in compliance with NRCS and state requirements. In addition to adhering to legal and quality standards, surveyors must avoid conflicts of interest and maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information during the survey process. This framework ensures the accurate and regulated reestablishment of conservation easement boundaries, supporting NRCS conservation efforts.
    Attachment 2 - PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE.pdf
    This document outlines the Past Performance Questionnaire, part of the federal government’s acquisition process for Request for Proposals (RFPs), grants, and contracts. The structure is divided into sections for completion by the Offeror and the Assessor. The Offeror is required to provide solicitation and contract information, including the contractor's name, contract number, and project descriptions. The Assessor completes sections providing their contact information, role, and insights into the contractor's past performance. Evaluation definitions categorize performance ranging from "Exceptional" to "Unsatisfactory," based on various performance elements such as technical quality, cost control, and customer satisfaction. The Assessor is to assess performance, providing an overall rating and comments for any ratings deemed marginal or unsatisfactory. The focus is on gathering accurate and constructive feedback to inform future contracting decisions, ensuring compliance with government standards and expectations. This process is vital for evaluating contractor reliability and performance to enhance the federal procurement system's effectiveness.
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