R--Intent to Award: Precipitation Collection Station Operator
ID: DOIGFBO250024Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUSITION GRANTS-NATIONALRESTON, VA, 20192, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: DATA COLLECTION (R702)

Set Aside

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/2b78bc977489472489ef365f6fbc1f1d/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), intends to award a sole-source contract for the operation of a Precipitation Collection Station at the Farlington Fish Hatchery in Crawford County, Kansas. The contract will be awarded to Josh Jagels, who has been uniquely qualified to provide atmospheric deposition station operation services under the National Atmospheric Deposition Program (NADP) from February 3, 2025, to February 2, 2030, due to his extensive experience and existing permissions from relevant authorities. This station has been crucial for collecting precipitation chemistry data since 1984, contributing significantly to air quality and environmental management research. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Leah Williams at lwilliams@usgs.gov or by phone at 703-648-7367.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Williams, Leah
    (703) 648-7367
    (703) 648-7383
    lwilliams@usgs.gov
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    Intent_to_Award_Notice_(FBO)_DOIGFBO250024_1.pdf
    The US Geological Survey (USGS) intends to award a sole-source contract to Josh Jagels for atmospheric deposition station operation services at the KS07 site in Crawford County, Kansas, from February 3, 2025, to February 2, 2030. This station operates under the National Atmospheric Deposition Program (NADP) and has been actively monitored since 1984, collecting vital precipitation chemistry data. The USGS justifies this sole-source contract due to Mr. Jagels' unique qualifications and extensive experience, which makes him the only suitable candidate. He has been operating the site weekly for years and possesses the necessary permissions from both Kansas State Fish and Game and USGS. The past reduction in USGS personnel has led to the decision not to manage the site directly. As part of the NADP network, the site generates significant data for scientists and policymakers regarding air quality and environmental management. Future opportunities for competitive bidding may arise if the operation or location of the site changes, allowing for new candidates to be considered at that time. This contract highlights the importance of maintaining continuous environmental monitoring and the specific expertise required for such operations.
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