Professional Land Surveying - USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service - Arkansas
ID: 12FPC325R0004Type: 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/d4cd0c2b44b24182a73053b1af4934bd/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 in Arkansas. The selected contractor will be responsible for conducting surveys and re-surveys of easements under various conservation programs, ensuring compliance with the detailed specifications outlined by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). This procurement is crucial for supporting natural resource conservation efforts and maintaining land tenure security, with a total funding capacity of $15 million over five years through up to three Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Interested firms must submit their Standard Form 330 (SF-330) by December 16, 2024, and can contact Amber Maestri at amber.maestri@usda.gov or Laureen Eipp at laureen.eipp@usda.gov for further information.

    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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    12FPC325R0004 Instructions to Offerors - AR.pdf
    The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service in Arkansas is soliciting proposals from licensed professional land surveying firms to provide legal easement boundary surveys and re-establishment services. Interested firms must submit an electronic Standard Form 330 (SF330) by December 16, 2024. The government plans to award up to three Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for a total maximum capacity of $15 million over five years. Essential submission requirements include proof of licensing in Arkansas, the ability to manage multiple survey crews, and demonstration of specialized experience with recent projects in boundary surveying. The evaluation criteria emphasize the qualifications of the personnel, knowledge of the local area, technical competence, capacity to perform the required work, and past performance on similar projects. Firms must comply with specific formatting and submission guidelines and are encouraged to monitor the government’s website for updates. This solicitation reflects the government’s initiative to secure professional surveying services to support natural resource conservation efforts effectively.
    Attachment 1A - Land Survey Specification rev June 2018 with addendum.pdf
    The NRCS Easement Programs document outlines comprehensive land survey specifications mandated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service. It requires licensed land surveyors to perform detailed legal boundary surveys for easement areas, ensuring all work adheres to recognized professional standards and relevant state regulations. Key components include pre-survey notifications, on-site visits with stakeholders, accurate delineation of survey boundaries using appropriate marking and monumentation, and clear descriptions of ingress and egress routes. The document details both preliminary and final submission requirements, emphasizing thorough documentation, inspections, and the importance of preventing conflicts of interest. The inclusion of technical data, coordinate systems, and relationship to recorded descriptions reinforces the precision needed for compliance. Additionally, it highlights the necessity for confidentiality regarding sensitive information and mandates equal treatment to foster civil rights in all program activities. By providing structured guidelines, this document supports effective execution of NRCS easement programs, integrating environmental conservation efforts with land tenure security.
    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 professional surveys. The process involves two phases: Phase I includes a preliminary survey, while Phase II involves the actual monumentation and marking of the easement boundary, contingent on approval from NRCS. Surveyors must adhere to state regulations and NRCS requirements, ensuring that all work reflects recognized practices and accuracy standards. Required deliverables include detailed plat maps, legal descriptions, and electronic data formats suitable for further analysis. The NRCS also mandates strict protocols for contractor conduct, including conflicts of interest and nondisclosure of sensitive information. This document serves to maintain a consistent and high-quality approach to boundary reestablishment within NRCS easement programs, ensuring clarity in land use and conservation efforts.
    Attachment 2 - PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE.pdf
    The document outlines a past performance questionnaire essential for evaluating contractors in federal and state procurement processes. It instructs the Offeror to complete specified sections detailing solicitation and contract information. The Assessor, responsible for evaluating the contractor’s performance, must provide assessments based on defined performance criteria, including technical quality, cost control, customer satisfaction, and more, utilizing ratings such as Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, and Unsatisfactory. An overall performance rating is also required, accompanied by general comments, particularly for lower ratings. The document emphasizes the importance of timely electronic submissions to improve efficiency and clearly delineates roles and responsibilities to streamline the evaluation process. This structured approach signifies the government's commitment to thorough and objective assessments when considering past performance in contract awards.
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