CALL 49 FIA Data collection work in northern New Hampshire
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA EAST 9Atlanta, GA, 303092449, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

AGRICULTURE R&D SERVICES; AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH AND SERVICES; BASIC RESEARCH (AA11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/9d0a147746fe43ed99be8beafe22b428/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking qualified vendors for the FIA Data collection work in northern New Hampshire, covering the 2026 and 2027 field seasons. This procurement involves the collection of data from P2 plots, utilizing High-Performance Global Navigation Satellite System (HPGNSS) technology, and requires adherence to specific protocols and standards outlined in the Field Guide Version 9.5. The contract will be awarded as a competitive Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Call Order, with a performance period from February 2026 to February 15, 2027, and interested parties must contact Gayle Geiger at gayle.geiger@usda.gov for further details. The opportunity is restricted to approved companies eligible for call orders under the Northern Research Station's FIA Data collection BPA, with 21 businesses currently eligible to receive the solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Gayle Geiger
    (470) 705-0968
    gayle.geiger@usda.gov
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    Call 49_BID PRICING TABLE_New Hampshire_2026.xlsx
    The document "CONTRACT PRICING TABLE" is a blank template for a government contract, likely associated with a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a grant. It outlines a pricing structure for "PLOT TYPE 66" in "Coos and Grafton County," featuring columns for "ESTIMATED SINGLE YEAR COUNT," "YEAR 1 SINGLE PLOT PRICE," "YEAR 1 SUBTOTAL," "OPTION YEAR SINGLE PLOT PRICE," and "OPTION YEAR SUBTOTAL." The table is designed to capture pricing for both an initial year and potential option years, indicating a multi-year contract or project. All fields within the table are currently empty, suggesting it is a framework for vendors to submit their proposed costs for a specific service or project involving plots in the named counties. Its purpose is to standardize how pricing information is presented and evaluated in a government procurement context.
    Call 49_SOW_New Hampshire_2026.pdf
    This government file details a two-year Call for FIA Data collection in northern New Hampshire, focusing on P2 plots for 2026 and 2027. It outlines requirements for High-Performance Global Navigation Satellite System (HPGNSS) data collection, referencing specific protocols and providing equipment. The document defines key terms like Contracting Officer, Crew Leader, and Certification. It specifies a performance period from February 2026 to February 15, 2027, with detailed delivery schedules and benchmarks, including penalties for late submissions. Certification requirements for crew leaders are extensively described, with options for virtual or in-person sessions based on experience. Bid pricing, including compensation for denied access and hazardous plots, and invoicing procedures are also covered. The call emphasizes adherence to Field Guide Version 9.5 and outlines decertification criteria. It also includes a checklist for bid package submission, requiring experience questionnaires and written tests.
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