The Contractor shall provide all transportation, labor, equipment, supervision, materials, and supplies except those listed as Government Furnished Property, for the performance of this contract.

The Hood River Ranger District Office requires the cleaning of the following areas 9,050 square feet carpet 1,664 square feet of linoleum, 56 Windows, 1 glass enclosed entry way with two doors; Women’s restroom has two sinks and two toilet stalls; Men’s restroom has two sinks, two urinals, and four toilet stalls.

Update 12/11/2024: Bid Tabulation posted to attachments.

Update 12/10/2024: Bid summary posted to attachments.

Update 12/09/2024: QA_12-09-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 12/04/2024: QA_12-04-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 12/04/2024: Amendment A003 posted to attachments.

Update 12/03/2024: QA_12-03-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/27/2024: Amendment A002, QA_11-27-2024.pdf, and QA_11-27-2024-2.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/26/2024: QA_11-26-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/18/2024: Amendment A001 posted to attachments.

Project: OR FLAP GRANT 24(2), Granite Hill Road Reconstruction, Phase II 

The Invitation for Bids (IFB), Plans, Physical Data, and the Construction Contract Administration Document per FAR 36.211 are posted under attachments.

Contractor must furnish all technical expertise, labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, operating supplies and incidentals necessary to complete construction of 1 prefabricated timber glulam pedestrian bridge. Work includes, but is not limited to clearing, excavation, placement of (1) - 40 ft span x 3 ft clear width - prefabricated timber glulam pedestrian bridges, timber decking & railing installation, gabion placement, concrete grade beam placement, backwall construction, stair construction and trail embankment construction. Structure is located at MP 0.2793 along FS trail #1319 and may require the use of a helicopter for placement.

Update 12/10/2024: Bid summary posted to attachments.

Update 12/09/2024: QA_12-09-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 12/04/2024: QA_12-04-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 12/04/2024: Amendment A003 posted to attachments.

Update 12/03/2024: QA_12-03-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/27/2024: Amendment A002, QA_11-27-2024.pdf, and QA_11-27-2024-2.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/26/2024: QA_11-26-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/18/2024: Amendment A001 posted to attachments.

Project: OR FLAP GRANT 24(2), Granite Hill Road Reconstruction, Phase II 

The Invitation for Bids (IFB), Plans, Physical Data, and the Construction Contract Administration Document per FAR 36.211 are posted under attachments.

Supply the following Range Fence Material:

• 2-7/8 inch x ~ 31 feet steel oil field drill stem pipe, gray/brown/rust colored, thick wall, not galvanized, ~10.5 lbs per foot, for fencing. Quanitity: 54

• 12.5 gauge twisted double strand barbwire, 2 points each 4 inches, class 1 or greater galvanization, 1320 feet and ~78 pounds per role.  USA made. Quanitity: 97

• 2 7/8 inch to 2 7/8 inch H bullet brace kit, galvanized.  Kit includes 2 one-way brace bands, 2 straight rail sleeves, 2 carriage bolts, 4 hex nuts, 2 serrated flange nuts. Quanitity: 30

• 2 7/8 inch to 2 7/8 galvanized N bullet brace kit.  Kit includes 2 one- way brace bands, 2 angled rail sleeves, 2 carriage bolts, 4 hex nuts, 2 serrated flange nuts. Quanitity: 50

• 2 7/8 metal post cap to go over/on the outside of 2 7/8 post (item 1) to keep water and insects out.  Not weld on. Quanitity: 120

• 5.5 foot painted metal T-post with anchor plate, stud, and wire fasteners.  1.33 pounds per foot not certified. Quanitity: 4,600

The Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 20 provides a full range ofmedical services, mental health services and therapeutic housing programs to Veterans in WhiteCity, Oregon. Within the VA SORCC catchment area, the Heath Care for Homeless Veterans program provides interim housing to those Veterans requiring an interim step while receiving intensive outpatient services; addressing issues relating to their homelessness, and while waiting to access permanent housing resources. It is understood that the type of Veterans to be cared for under this contract will normally require care and services over and above the level of room and board. See the attached statement of work for full contractural requirements.

Sources Sought

Sources Sought Number: W9127N25S0004

Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Location: USACE District, Portland

PSC: 2320 – Trucks and Truck Tractors, Wheeled

NAICS Code: 336120 – Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing

Notice Type: Sources Sought

USACE Portland District - Willamette Valley, Dexter Fish Facility, Live Fish Haul Trucks

The purpose of this Sources Sought is for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) informational/market research purposes only. This is not a solicitation nor a synopsis of a proposed action under FAR Subpart 5.2. USACE is seeking to identify firms capable of meeting the below outlined requirement.

The requirement is for two (2) live fish haul trucks utilizing a firm fixed price schedule. USACE eventually intends to solicit firms that are interested in submitting a competitive, firm-fixed price proposal for the fish trucks for use at the Dexter Fish Facility.

1.  Sources Sought Objective

1.1  USACE is seeking firms capable of meeting the below requirements listed in section 3 for two (2) live fish haul trucks that are to be delivered in May 2026. The purpose is to identify small business concerns capable of meeting this requirement.

1.2  Attached to this Sources Sought is a DRAFT Product Description (Attachment 1) to assist in understanding the details of this requirement. These documents are for example only.

2.  Background

The Dexter Fish Facility is located 1.5 miles west of Lowell on the north side of the Middle Fork Willamette River, just below Dexter Dam. It is operated by Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) to mitigate for fishery losses caused by nearby hydroelectric/flood control projects. Some of the fish facility operations includes adult fish collection, handling, and transportation of salmon, steelhead, and trout. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District is rebuilding the fish facility, adding major new features, and expanding the project beyond the current footprint. The new facility design also incorporates modern fish collection, sorting, and truck transport features to the original facility.

3.  Description of Contract Requirements

3.1.  The requirement is for a Contractor to provide two (2) live-fish transporting trucks for Dexter Fish Facility to support fish hatchery operation. Both trucks are expected to be delivered to the facility by the end of May 2026.

3.2.  Delivery.  This requirement will be delivered to 40386 W Boundary Rd, Lowell, OR 97452.

4.  Capabilities Statement

4.1.  Please submit capabilities statements demonstrating the capability to meet the example Product Description attached to the Sources Sought to the below listed points of contact via email no later than 0800 PST, 2 December 2024.

4.1.1. The live fish transporting tanks shall be manufactured by an entity that regularly engages in the fabrication of custom stainless-steel tanks used for fish transportation. The fish haul truck (tank and chassis) shall be completely assembled by the tank manufacturer. The tank manufacturer shall submit manufacturer’s qualifications that show a past performance of fish haul tank manufacture. The qualifications shall also provide details on at least two (2) previous fish haul trucks, built by the manufacture, that are similar in size and scope to the fish haul trucks in this contract.

4.2.  Submit the following information:

4.2.1.  Company Name and Cage Code.

4.2.2.  Company point of contact, phone number, and email address.

4.2.3.  Business size, as validated via the System for Award Administration (SAM) for the NAICS above. All offerors must register on the SAM located at http://www.sam.gov to be eligible for a federal contract award. To qualify as a small business, the product may be required to meet the requirements of FAR clause 52.219-33 Nonmanufacturer rule.

If required, FAR clause 52.219-33(c)(1) states: The Contractor shall—

(i)Provide an end item that a small business has manufactured, processed, or produced in the United States or its outlying areas; for kit assemblers who are nonmanufacturers, see paragraph (c)(2) of this clause instead;

(ii)Be primarily engaged in the retail or wholesale trade and normally sell the type of item being supplied; and

(iii)Take ownership or possession of the item(s) with its personnel, equipment, or facilities in a manner consistent with industry practice; for example, providing storage, transportation, or delivery.

4.2.4.  DFARS clauses 252.225-7000 Buy American--Balance of Payments Program Certificate and 252.225-7001 Buy American and Balance of Payments Program may apply to this procurement. In accordance with DFARS clause 252.225-7001 (c) The Contractor shall deliver only domestic end products unless, in its offer, it specified delivery of other end products in the Buy American—Balance of Payments Program Certificate provision of the solicitation. If the Contractor certified in its offer that it will deliver a qualifying country end product, the Contractor shall deliver a qualifying country end product or, at the Contractor’s option, a domestic end product.

4.2.5.  To assist in market research, please provide an estimated lead time for delivery of the product.

4.3.  Any questions you have on the proposed project.

5.  Disclaimer

5.1  This Sources Sought is for informational purposes only. The information in this notice is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. This is not a solicitation for proposals and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to purchase items as described. Responses in any form are not considered offers and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. Funds are NOT available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this Sources Sought is strictly voluntary.

5.2  Since this is not a solicitation for proposals, respondents WILL NOT be notified regarding information obtained related to this Sources Sought. Responses will not be returned nor will detailed feedback be made available.

Contracting Office Address:

US Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District

ATTN: CECT-NWP-P

333 SW 1st Avenue

Portland, OR 97204

Point of Contact(s) for this notice

Email: Rattiya Oaks at Rattiya.P.Oaks@usace.army.mil

Email: MAJ Justin Figueredo at Justin.F.Figueredo@usace.army.mil

Attachment:

Attachment 01  A.02 DRAFT Product Description_2024.10.29

This is a Sources Sought notice Only. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. This Sources Sought is issued for information and planning purposes only as part of USDA ARS market research and does not itself constitute an RFQ. This requirement is covered under NAICS code 334516.  The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding the availability and capability of qualified sources; Small Businesses; HUBZone small business; service-disabled, veteran-owned small business; 8(a) small business; veteran-owned small business; woman-owned small business; or small disadvantaged businesses; Responses to the information requested will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method, including whether a set-aside is possible.

The USDA, ARS in Adams, OR has a requirement for two Conviron Automated Watering System Retrofit Kits, including a hose bib connection and auxiliary switch, terminated in control panel, for timed control of automatic watering with connection to auxiliary circuit for existing Conviron chamber. An update of proprietary software to enable automated control of irrigation through the growth chamber mainframe computer. Installation instructions included.  The two units tnat need retrofit kits are both Conviron PGC-FLEX chambers, serial numbers 190371 and 190372.

The Government does not intend to make an award based on responses to this inquiry. This notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government.

Capability Statement

All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary, and the Government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the Government. Business concerns that possess the capabilities necessary to undertake this work should submit complete documentation of their capabilities to the Contracting Officer. Capability statements shall include the Contractors contact point to discuss their response.

The capability statement should include:

1) Acknowledgement that they are able to provide the subject supplies/services being requested;

2) Interested vendors should identify their size standards in accordance with the Small Business Administration;

3) At least three previous requirements that are similar to the requirement include a discussion of the Contract type, delivery method, duration, etc.;

4) Any other information considered relevant to this requirement; and

5) The government requests that no proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in the response.

Any vendor responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine their qualifications to perform the work or provide the equipment for this specific equipment. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. After review of the responses received, a combined synopsis/solicitation may be published on sam.gov depending on the responses received.

All responses to this Sources Sought Notice must be received by the notice’s POC by the deadline in order to be considered. Responses may not be returned. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this Inquiry. Do not submit pricing information in response to this request.

Update 12/09/2024: QA_12-09-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 12/04/2024: QA_12-04-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 12/04/2024: Amendment A003 posted to attachments.

Update 12/03/2024: QA_12-03-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/27/2024: Amendment A002, QA_11-27-2024.pdf, and QA_11-27-2024-2.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/26/2024: QA_11-26-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/18/2024: Amendment A001 posted to attachments.

Project: OR FLAP GRANT 24(2), Granite Hill Road Reconstruction, Phase II 

The Invitation for Bids (IFB), Plans, Physical Data, and the Construction Contract Administration Document per FAR 36.211 are posted under attachments.

THIS IS A PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENT (PLA) SURVEY ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, REQUEST FOR QUOTE, OR INVITATION FOR BID. THERE WILL NOT BE A SOLICITATION, SPECIFICATIONS OR DRAWINGS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME.

This is a SPECIAL NOTICE. No proposals are being requested or accepted with this notice. The Corps of Engineers Seattle District is soliciting comments from the construction community addressing the required use of PLA for large scale construction projects as defined by FAR 22.502 (Total estimated costs of the construction contract to the Federal Government is $35 million or more) within Riddle, Oregon.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Seattle District has a requirement to implement the earthwork-related requirements of the Record of Decision for the Formosa Mine Superfund Site Operable Unit (OU) 1. This Project scope of work consists of activities necessary to implement the earthwork-related requirements of the Record of Decision for the Formosa Mine Superfund Site Operable Unit (OU) 1.

OU1 includes all surface and subsurface mine materials deposited outside of the underground mine workings and considered "source materials" for the Site. These include materials excavated during construction and operation of the mine such as waste rock, ore, tailings, construction rock, road surfaces, and contaminated soils.

The objectives of the OU1 remedial action are to remove, consolidate, and restrict or minimize the interaction of contaminant source materials with precipitation, surface water runoff, and groundwater. The remedial approach focuses on preventing direct exposure to mine waste with elevated concentrations of metals and reducing acid rock drainage (ARD) generation, thus, reducing impacts to groundwater and surface water.

This includes OU1 mine materials at the encapsulation mound (EM); former ore storage/million-gallon storage tank area; the Formosa Adit 2, Formosa Adit 3, and 1090 Raise waste rock dumps (WRDs); and roads containing mine materials adjacent to these areas.

The OU1 remedial action includes the following:

Stabilizing the steep EM slopes with gabion walls; Development of a clean materials borrow area and non-primary mine disturbance area (PDMA) mine material repository; Grading and consolidation of mine materials in the non-PMDA mine material repository; Impermeable Cover construction on the EM, former ore storage/million-gallon storage tank, and non-PMDA mine material repository; Grading, amendment and revegetation of mine materials at the area southwest of the EM, and Formosa Adit 2, Formosa Adit 3, and 1090 Raise WRDs; and Excavation of mine materials from roads and development and reconstruction of roads within the project limits.”

MAGNITUDE:

In accordance with DFARS 236.204, the magnitude of the estimated cost of construction (ECC) range for this project is between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000.

FACTORS TO BE CONSIDERED:

Some of the factors that may be considered regarding PLA use are:

(1) FAR 22.504(d)(i): Requiring a project labor agreement on the project would not advance the Federal Government's interests in achieving economy and efficiency in Federal procurement. The exception shall be based on one or more of the following factors:

(A) The project is of short duration and lacks operational complexity.

(B) The project will involve only one craft or trade.

(C) The project will involve specialized construction work that is available from only a limited number of contractors or subcontractors.

(D) The agency's need for the project is of such an unusual and compelling urgency that a project labor agreement would be impracticable.

(2) The unique and compelling schedule requirements of a particular project (e.g., projects that are tied to court-imposed deadlines or mission-critical schedules may provide a basis for a PLA requirement).

(3) Skilled labor shortages (e.g., projects located in a remote location where a contractor may encounter difficulties in recruiting and retaining a skilled workforce for an extended period, or projects where there may be competition within the contractor community due to concurrent large-scale construction contracts in the project vicinity).

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATIONS (FAR):

PLAs are required for all construction projects estimated at $35 Million or greater (using appropriated funds), unless an exception applies, as provided at FAR 22.504(d).

INDUSTRY COMMENTS:

The construction community is invited to comment on the use of PLAs using the following questions:

1) Do you have knowledge that a PLA has been used in the local area on projects of this kind? If so, please provide supporting documentation.

2) Are you aware of skilled labor shortages in the area for those crafts that will be needed to complete the referenced project? If so, please elaborate and provide supporting documentation where possible.

3) Are you aware of time sensitive issues/scheduling requirements that would affect the rate at which the referenced project should be completed? If so, please elaborate and provide supporting documentation where possible.

4) Identify specific reasons why or how you believe a PLA would advance the Federal Government’s interest in achieving economy and efficiency in Federal procurement.

5) Identify specific reasons why you do not believe a PLA would advance the Federal Government’s interest in achieving economy and efficiency in Federal procurement.

6) Identify any additional information you believe should be considered on the use of a PLA on the referenced project.

7) Identify any additional information you believe should be considered on the non-use of a PLA on the referenced project.

Please provide a list of recent (2-5 years) construction projects in the local labor market of the project under consideration. The information gathered in this exercise should include the following information:

a) Project Name and Location

b) Detailed Project Description

c) Initial Cost Estimate vs. Actual Final Cost

d) Was the project completed on time?

e) Number of craft trades present on the project

f) Was a PLA used?

g) Were there any challenges experienced during the project?

THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR PROPOSALS AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE ANY COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. Responses to this PLA market survey will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. All interested sources must respond to future solicitations announcements separately from responses to this market survey.

05/23/2024:  Uploading of solicitation documents.

02/14/2024: Posting of solicitation documents.

See attached pre-solicitation.

On or about December 12, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management (OASAM), Office of the Senior Procurement Executive (OSPE), Job Corps Acquisition Services (JCAS) anticipates issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the operation of the Springdale Job Corps Center, which will include Center Operations, Outreach and Admissions (OA), and Career Transition Services (CTS) for eligible individuals participating in the Job Corps program. The RFP will be posted as Small Business Set-aside.

The Job Corps program was originally established by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. Currently, the program is authorized under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014. The Job Corps program is a national residential and non-residential training and employment program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor to address multiple barriers to employment faced by disadvantaged youth, ages 16-24 years, throughout the United States.

This effort requires the contractor to operate the Springdale Job Corps Center, which includes provision of academic instruction, career technical training, career success and independent living skills instruction, career readiness training, and support services for a total planned On-board Strength (OBS) of 199 students. This total number of students consists of 128 residential, 11 non-residential students, and 60 students for the Partners in Vocational Opportunity Training (PIVOT) satellite location. The contractor shall also operate residential quarters (housing) and services for all students as applicable. The contractor shall provide Outreach and Admissions in the state of Oregon. Visit https://neapmap.com for the recruitment area map.

The RFP will be available on the World Wide Web at the Government point of entry located at https://sam.gov. The RFP will be posted as Small Business Set-Aside, will be firm fixed price, and will have not-to-exceed Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) for Construction, Equipment, Career Technical Skills Training, Special Projects, and Reasonable Accommodations.  It is anticipated that the resultant contract will have a two-year base period of performance and three one-year option periods.

The date, time, and place of the pre-proposal conference and walk-through will be identified in the Request for Proposal (RFP).  It is recommended that potential offerors download and read the RFP from the website prior to attending the pre-proposal conference. All questions must be submitted in writing and will be addressed via an amendment to the RFP.

Update 12/04/2024: QA_12-04-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 12/04/2024: Amendment A003 posted to attachments.

Update 12/03/2024: QA_12-03-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/27/2024: Amendment A002, QA_11-27-2024.pdf, and QA_11-27-2024-2.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/26/2024: QA_11-26-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

Update 11/18/2024: Amendment A001 posted to attachments.

Project: OR FLAP GRANT 24(2), Granite Hill Road Reconstruction, Phase II 

The Invitation for Bids (IFB), Plans, Physical Data, and the Construction Contract Administration Document per FAR 36.211 are posted under attachments.

Update 09/16/2024: QA_09-16-2024.pdf posted to attachments.

PROJECT: OR NPS CRLA 2018(1),  Cleetwood Trail and Marina Improvements

LOCATION:  Crater Lake National Park, Klamath County, Oregon

WORK: 1. Rehabilitation of the entire 1.1-mile trail including improvements to trail tread and retaining walls.

2.Rockfall scaling and mitigation along identified high risk zones.

3. Removal and replacement of the failed bulkhead/dock with a structurally stable marina.

4. Replacing the outdated and undersized composting toilets located near the marina.

5.Replacing the temporary concessionaire booth with a permanent structure.  

See “Project Description” posted under "Attachments" for additional details

LENGTH: 1.026 miles

TENTATIVE COMPLETION DATE:  Fall 2027

CONTRACT TYPE: Negotiated, Firm-Fixed-Price. Base and 4 options.

ESTIMATED PRICE RANGE: Between $30,000,000 and $ 40,000,000. 

INTERESTED VENDORS LIST: To view the Interested Vendors List, you must register as a SAM user, be logged in, and linked to an entity. If you are signed into SAM.gov with your registered entity and you cannot see the Interested Vendors List, you will need to be assigned the Contract Opportunities Administrator role for your entity in SAM.gov. If you need assistance, call the Federal Service Desk at 866-606-8220.

THIS SOLICITATION IS OFFERED FOR FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION ON AN UNRESTRICTED BASIS

This project is anticipated to be solicited winter 2024/2025.                     

PRELIMINARY PLANS and a letter with additional project information are in electronic format only and are posted with this synopsis (see "Attachments"). To ensure you receive notification when the solicitation documents are posted to SAM.gov, please click on the “follow” button at the top of the opportunity page.  When solicitation documents are issued, the REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (specifications and plans) will be posted at this link.

Please see attached pre-solicitation.  

Notice of Intent to Sole Source

This is a special notice prepared in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.2 - Synopsis of Proposed Contract Actions.

US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District (NWP) intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed price, service contract for the procurement of enhanced law enforcement patrols with the Linn County Sheriff's Department, Oregon (LCSO). The purpose of this acquisition is to furnish enhanced law enforcement patrols of recreational areas associated with dams and waterways within the Willamette Valley Projects (WVP). The contract will be for a potential total of five (5) years: one (1) mandatory Base Year commencing 01 May 2025 through 30 April 2036, with four (4) additional 12-month Option Year periods afterwards.090612

The statutory authority for this non-competitive acquisition is 10 U.S.C 2304(c)(5) as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) - Soliciting from a Single Source.

The government intends to solicit this action with NAICS code 92210, Police Protection. Sector 92: Small business size standards are not established for this sector. Establishments in the Public Adminsitration Sector are Federal, state, and local government agencies which adminsiter and oversee government programs and activities that are not performed by private establishments.

THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS OR QUOTATIONS. Interested concerns must show clear and convincing evidence that competition of this requirement would be advantageous to the Government. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quote to the contracting officer before the notice end date. If no affirmative written responses are recieved by 2:00PM PST of the response date of this notice, a solicitation will be made without further notice. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed requirement is solely within the discretion of the Government. Oral Communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.  Electronic responses and questions shall be submitted via email to Jaren.L.Bowman@USACE.Army.Mil. USACE is not responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice. 

Capability Statement Submission Requirements

A company’s response shall include the following information:

1. Company name, address, point of contact, phone number, email address, CAGE code and UEI number;
2. If applicable, company’s small business category and Business Size: Small Business, Small Disadvantaged, 8(a) certified small business, Historically Underutilized Business Zone small business (HUBZone), Woman owned small business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Women-owned small business (EDWOSB), and Service-Disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB);
3. Provide relevant and verifiable information on the Company’s experience/capabilities as it pertains to the proposed requirement;
4. Evidence supporting your Company’s opinion that LCSO is not the correct authority.


This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this Notice or any follow-up information. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the organization’s qualifications to perform the work. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or to provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. After a review of the responses, a solicitation may be published in the Government point of entry (SAM.gov). All interested firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and remain current for the duration of the contract to be eligible for award of a Government contract.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service (FS) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY.  As part of its market research, the USDA FS is issuing this RFI to determine if there exists an adequate number of qualified and interested companies capable of performing the work as described within the attached Mass Timber Construction Materials Inquiry.  There are two documents attached:  

     1.  Mass Timber RFI Form

     2.  What is Mass Timber Info Sheet

Please complete the RFI Form and return to:  janet.paul@usda.gov

Scope: The purpose of this solicitation is to secure services for conifer tree climbing and conifer cone collection. The contractor shall furnish labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, operating supplies, and incidentals in compliance with the contract's terms, specifications, and provisions.

Work location: Fremont Winema & Deschutes National Forests

Tree locations, access and specific information regarding specific collection needs will be specified on each task order. Maps of project locations listing tree locations will be provided to the contractor during the administration of the contract at the request of the contractor.

The typical work window for cone collection is very short. It there is viable cones to collect, the work window for cone collection may only be approximately 2 weeks long per year. 

North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code 113210 (Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products) is applicable to this solicitation. The size standard for NAICS 113210 is $20.5 million. The Government is only accepting quotations from vendors who are considered a small business under NAICS 113210. See U. S. Small Business Administration Table of Small Business Size Standards for more information.

This contract is subject to the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Workers Protection Act (MSPA). Contractors must be licensed as a Farm/Forest Labor Contractor with the DOL and Oregon (BOIL) before any IDIQ contract award. Contact the US Wage and Hour Division 866-487-9243 for questions regarding the MSPA.

The Government anticipates awarding 1 to 3 IDIQ contracts in response to the solicitation.

The complete solicitation should be available on, or around December 19, 2023

Non-personal Services required for Armed Security Services at Bonneville, Dalles, and John Day dams, HQ USACE Portland District (Lower Columbia River - LCR dams).  Currently this service is on contract under contract W9127N20C0003, as a total small business setaside, ending in June 2025. This sources sought is to assist with estabilshing the upcoming solicitation for the follow on contract.  Current contract values approximate $12,000,000 over 5 years.  The contract has collective bargaining agreements in place between the vendors and employees. State licensing and regulations apply due to carrying arms to provide services in the geographic area services are provided.

Interested vendors please submit the following; 

UEI
CAGE CODE
Legal Business Name
Business Size:Category
POC: 
Phone Number: 
Email Address: 
SAM Status:  

Contact Jeffery Feeney at jeffery.b.feeney@usace.army.mil for more information.