Arivaca Mines Survey
ID: 127EAV26Q0008Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 5Albuquerque, NM, 871023498, USA

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

PSC

OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (F999)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/28bee2f885da45edb1b313b6672f19aa/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service is seeking proposals for a cultural resource survey as part of the Arivaca Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Remediation Project in Arizona. The project involves surveying 60 abandoned mine features across approximately 300 acres to identify and document cultural resources while remediating physical safety hazards using various methods. This procurement is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 541620, with a total estimated value of $19 million, and proposals are due by December 19, 2025, at 17:00 EST. Interested parties should contact Ernest Hernandez at ernest.hernandez@usda.gov for further information.

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    Ernest Hernandez
    ernest.hernandez@usda.gov
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    127EAV26Q0008 Combined SS.pdf
    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) 127EAV26Q0008, issued by USDA-FS CSA Southwest 5, seeks proposals for a cultural resource survey to remediate physical safety hazards at 60 abandoned mine features within the Arivaca Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Remediation Project. The project involves surveying 300 acres (5 acres at 60 locations) in the Nogales Ranger District of the Coronado National Forest, Arizona. This acquisition is set aside for Small Businesses, with NAICS code 541620 and a $19M size standard. Offers are due by December 19, 2025, 17:00 ES, and must include a technical proposal, a price proposal, and representations/certifications. Evaluation factors are Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price, with a single firm-fixed-price award based on best value.
    Arivaca Mines Survey SOW.pdf
    This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for a Cultural Resources Survey and Report for 60 abandoned or inactive mine features in the Coronado National Forest, Arizona. This survey is crucial before any construction to remediate physical safety hazards at these mine sites using methods like polyurethane foam, fences, grates, and bat-compatible gates. The project requires a 50-meter buffer survey around each feature using 10-meter transects, with a focus on identifying and documenting cultural resources, including archaeological sites and isolated occurrences. The contractor must adhere to specific timelines for fieldwork, draft report submission, and final report delivery. Payments are tied to the completion and acceptance of these phases. The report must comply with USDA-Forest Service standards and include detailed maps, forms, and geospatial data for Section 106 consultation. The contractor is responsible for providing personnel, equipment, and services, while the Government will furnish essential maps and forms.
    arivaca north area survey.pdf
    The document, titled "Arivaca AML Survey North Area Map Survey - FS Report # 2025-05-058," is a map from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Nogales Ranger District of the Coronado National Forest. It outlines the North Area Boundary for an archaeological survey within the Arivaca, Bartlett Mtn, and Ruby quadrangles. The map identifies primary and secondary entrances, various roads (e.g., Old Stage Rd, S Fraguita Rd, W Hinckley Rd, S Ruby Rd), and natural features like Fraguita Spring, Jarillas Spring, and Carrizo Well. It also includes numerical codes and labels (e.g., 3700, 412, R2008030500089) which likely correspond to specific survey points or administrative identifiers. The scale is 1:24,000, and it explicitly states that disclosure of site location information is prohibited as per 36 CFR 800, emphasizing the sensitive nature of the archaeological data. This document is a key component for managing and conducting archaeological surveys within the specified forest area.
    Arivaca Overview Map.pdf
    The document, titled "Arivaca AML Survey Overview Map- FS Report # 2025-05-058," is a map produced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, specifically the Coronado National Forest, Nogales Ranger District. It provides an overview of a survey conducted in the Arivaca area, focusing on features such as springs (Watergate, Tonkin, Well, Carrizo Well, Jarillas, Yellow Jacket, Agua Cercada, Yanks, Sierra, Oro Blanco, Old Glory, Ruby), roads (S Cedar Creek Rd, S Ruby Rd, Ruby Rd), and geographical points like Fraguita Peak, Black Peak, and Cobre Mountain. The map delineates primary and secondary entrances, and distinguishes between North and South Areas. It also includes scale information (1:58,434) and lists the quad names: Arivaca, Bartlett Mtn, and Ruby. The presence of section and township numbers (e.g., T22S R10E) indicates a detailed land survey. This map likely serves as a foundational document for land management, resource assessment, or environmental planning within the specified ranger district.
    arivaca south survey.pdf
    The provided document is a map detailing the "Arivaca AML Survey South Area Map Survey - FS Report # 2025-05-058" within the Coronado National Forest, specifically the Nogales Ranger District. This map, created by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, outlines the South Area and its survey boundaries. It identifies various springs, peaks, and roads, including Ruby Rd, Yellow Jacket Spring, Nogalito Spring, and Black Peak. The map also features numerous R-numbers, likely representing specific survey points or features, along with elevation markers. Key geographical features such as Bartlett Mtn, Fraguita Pk, and Cobre Mtn are highlighted. The document includes a scale of 1:58,594 and lists the quad names as Arivaca, Bartlett Mtn, and Ruby. It also indicates primary and secondary entrances within the South Area, providing a comprehensive overview of the survey region.
    Records Search Arivaca AML Survey.xlsx
    The document is a listing of historical and archaeological sites, primarily mines, located in Pima and Santa Cruz counties. It includes site numbers, names (e.g., Deer Mine, Ostrich Mine, St. Christopher Mine), brief descriptions of their characteristics (e.g., Prehistoric/Nonaboriginal Historic, Limited Activity/Habitation, industrial shaft mine, lithic scatter), and in some cases, recording information and National Register status. The file also lists various government projects and proposals, many related to mining operations, roadwork, stock tanks, and cultural resource assessments, indicating ongoing activity and resource management in these areas. The document compiles data relevant to federal and state archaeological and historical preservation efforts, likely for environmental assessments or grant applications related to land use and development.
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