HI PACIFIC ISLANDS FWO SPECIES TECH RPTS
ID: 140FS125Q0056Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, SAT TEAM 1Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- ANIMAL/FISHERIES (B516)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/01ed079b8a05450b9ff5a79f4a38116d/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is seeking technical support for a 5-year review of species status reports, specifically for Tuberolabium guamense and other potential species assessments. The contractor will analyze scientific data to support decisions under the Endangered Species Act, ensuring compliance with conservation principles and governmental regulations. This opportunity emphasizes the importance of utilizing the best available data to protect endangered species while fostering participation from small businesses, as the contract is set aside for total small business participation. Quotes must be submitted by March 19, 2025, with the performance period running from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030. For inquiries, interested parties can contact Roger Lockhart at roger_lockhart@fws.gov or by phone at 404-679-7124.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lockhart, Roger
    (404) 679-7124
    (404) 679-4057
    roger_lockhart@fws.gov
    Files
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    DOL_Wage_Determination_No_2015-5689.pdf
    The document outlines wage determinations under the Service Contract Act (SCA) by the U.S. Department of Labor, specifically Wage Determination No. 2015-5689, Revision No. 24. It details minimum wage requirements tied to Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, specifying hourly rates for contracts based on their effective dates and coverage. Contracts initiated post-January 30, 2022, must pay at least $17.75 per hour; those awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, are subject to a minimum of $13.30 per hour. The document provides specific wage rates for various occupations categories, while also outlining requirements for fringe benefits and other protections for workers. Additional clauses address health benefits, sick leave, and vacation policies as mandated under Executive Order 13706. Key points include the methodologies for classifying additional job roles, the significance of proper compensation based on determined wage tables, and responsibilities related to uniform provision and maintenance costs. The summary serves as a guide for federally contracted employers, ensuring compliance with wage standards, thus facilitating fair employment practices in alignment with federal regulations.
    Sol_140FS125Q0056.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotations (RFQ) from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) for technical support in conducting a 5-year review of species status reports for Tuberolabium guamense and other potential species assessments. The RFQ, identified as 140FS125Q0056, specifies that all quotes must be submitted by March 19, 2025, and emphasizes the requirement for participation from small businesses. The contractor will be responsible for analyzing scientific data to support decisions under the Endangered Species Act, assessing species viability, and adhering to a defined statement of work that guides the execution of tasks. The period of performance is set from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, with option years for extended services. Key tasks include collaborating with species experts, incorporating current scientific data, and conducting analysis under conservation principles of resiliency, redundancy, and representation. It also addresses governmental regulations regarding registered vendors and compliance with environmental considerations for contracting. This solicitation showcases the FWS's commitment to utilizing the best available data in protecting endangered species while fostering small business participation in federal contracts.
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