Request for Information/Sources Sought 44013416-BE
ID: DOIMFBO250006Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF OCEAN ENERGY MANAGEMENTACQUISITION MANAGEMENT DIVISIONSTERLING, VA, 20166, USA

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS (B510)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8b0f63d49fe343deb46dfb558c1dee19/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 27, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 27, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 4, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), under the Department of the Interior, is seeking information and sources for a project focused on the North Atlantic right whale, an endangered species. The initiative aims to conduct expert workshops to gather insights on the impacts of offshore development, particularly concerning underwater noise and its effects on marine mammal behavior, while refining a bioenergetics model to assess human-induced stressors. This effort is crucial for informing environmental analyses under the Endangered Species Act and enhancing marine conservation strategies. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities and pricing information, with the project scheduled to run from June 27, 2025, to September 30, 2027. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Bradford Kelly at bradford.kelly@bsee.gov or call 703-787-1149.

Point(s) of Contact
Kelly, Bradford
(703) 787-1149
bradford.kelly@bsee.gov
Files
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RFI_Request.pdf
Mar 27, 2025, 3:05 PM UTC
The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), on behalf of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), seeks to enhance understanding of the impacts of offshore development on the North Atlantic right whale, an endangered species. The initiative involves conducting an expert workshop to refine assumptions in a bioenergetics model, which assesses the energetic consequences of human-induced stressors, particularly noise from marine construction activities. The workshop aims to address data gaps identified in a previous study and improve behavioral response curves for the right whale concerning underwater noise. The RFI invites potential vendors to assist in planning and executing the workshop and updating the bioenergetics model. Key tasks for the contractor include project management, facilitating virtual and in-person workshops, and preparing comprehensive reports summarizing outcomes. The initiative follows federal acquisition regulations and emphasizes collaboration with NOAA Fisheries to ensure that findings inform environmental analyses under the Endangered Species Act and related frameworks. Interested parties are encouraged to submit responses with organization details, capabilities, and pricing information, as no funding is provided for participation.
Sol_DOIMFBO250006.pdf
Mar 27, 2025, 3:05 PM UTC
The document is an official Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) for a project focusing on the North Atlantic right whales. The main objective is to conduct a series of workshops involving subject matter experts to gather insights on various topics, including the latest data on right whales, underwater noise, and marine mammal behavior. The workshops will be conducted in collaboration with NOAA Fisheries, emphasizing the importance of planning and execution. The RFQ specifies the period of performance from June 27, 2025, to September 30, 2027, and highlights that any quotes submitted are not binding offers but requests for information. The Government does not commit to covering costs incurred during quotation preparation. The document contains various logistical details including contact information, deadlines, and requirements for quotations. It reinforces the significance of expert elicitation for informed decision-making related to marine conservation efforts.
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