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This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for road grading and maintenance services on roads located throughout the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Bonners Ferry Ranger District, Boundary County, Idaho. The solicitation number is 1240BD27Q0001, issued by USDA-FS CSA Northwest 2, with an offer due date of October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time. The contract is designated as a 100% small business set-aside for unrestricted competition, with NAICS code 237310 and size standard of $45 million. The Government intends to award one firm-fixed-price purchase order for a one-year base period (November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2027), with no options to extend. Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quote is most advantageous to the Government based on two evaluation factors: Price and Project Schedule. The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-4 and related commercial items clauses, along with various AGAR clauses including those addressing sustainable products, service contract labor standards, paid sick leave, and electronic submission of payment requests. Quoters must submit a completed SF-1449 form (including contractor information, blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, and 30c), acknowledge any issued amendments, provide a completed Schedule of Items with unit pricing for all 15 line items, and submit a project schedule outlining primary work activities and completion timeline.

The contract requires road grading services with attached packer/rollers for 15 distinct road segments measured in day-hours (DH), ranging from 0.8 DH for Solomon Lake Road to 40.6 DH for miscellaneous miles designated by the Contracting Officer, totaling approximately 83.5 DH. Services include grading operations on named forest roads such as Eileen Road, Myrtle Creek Road, Skin Creek Road, Deer Creek Road, and Camp Nine Road, among others, with specific location parameters (junction points and terminus locations) provided for each item. The contractor must furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, transportation, operating supplies, tools, materials, safety equipment, and incidentals necessary for performance. Prices must be fair and reasonable and will be evaluated against the Government estimate, historical prices, and market research. Questions must be submitted by November 15, 2025, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time to michael.christiansen@usda.gov. The Government point of contact is Michael Christiansen at (360) 338-5980. Service Contract Labor Standards apply with a stated wage rate of $20.90/hour plus $5.55 fringe benefits for GS-6 positions. Payment will be made to the USDA-FS CSA Northwest 2 office in Portland, Oregon, and invoices must be submitted electronically unless alternate procedures are authorized in writing.

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SEE ADDENDUMIS CHECKED

CODE 18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CODE

FACILITYCODE

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN OFFER

OFFEROR

40BD

PORTLAND OR 97204-2829

STE 310

1220 SW 3RD AVE

USDA-FS CSA NORTHWEST 2

CODE 16. ADMINISTERED BYCODE

X

X

X

237310

SIZE STANDARD:

100.00 % FOR:SET ASIDE:UNRESTRICTED OR40BD

REQUEST FOR

PROPOSAL

(RFP)

INVITATION

FOR BID (IFB)

10. THIS ACQUISITION ISCODE

REQUEST FOR

QUOTE (RFQ)

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

13b. RATING

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY

CLASSIFICATION STANDARD

(NAICS):

SMALL BUSINESS

10/20/2026 1400 PT

10/07/2026

360-956-2389MICHAEL CHRISTIANSEN

(No collect calls)

INFORMATION CALL:

FOR SOLICITATION 8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL TIMEb. TELEPHONE NUMBERa. NAME

4. ORDER NUMBER3. AWARD/ 6. SOLICITATION

1240BD27Q0001

5. SOLICITATION NUMBER

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS 1. REQUISITION NUMBER PAGE OF

1 53 OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

TELEPHONE NO.

17a. CONTRACTOR/

15. DELIVER TO

PORTLAND OR 97204-2829

STE 310

1220 SW 3RD AVE

9. ISSUED BY

7.

2. CONTRACT NO.

EFFECTIVE DATE

$45

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK BELOW

ISSUE DATE

DELIVERY FOR FREE ON BOARD

(FOB) DESTINATION UNLESS

BLOCK IS MARKED

11.

SEE SCHEDULEX

12. DISCOUNT TERMS THIS CONTRACT IS A RATED

ORDER UNDER THE DEFENSE

PRIORITIES AND ALLOCATIONS

SYSTEM - DPAS (15 CFR 700)

13a.

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

(SDVOSB)

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

8(A)

USDA-FS CSA NORTHWEST 2

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL

BUSINESS (WOSB)

ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL

BUSINESS (EDWOSB)

24.

AMOUNT

23.

UNIT PRICE

22.

UNIT

21.

QUANTITY

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

19.

ITEM NO.

Period of Performance: 11/01/2026 to 10/31/2027

0001 Eileen Road Grading with attached Packer/Roller 3 DH

ID: 211

Begin-Term: End of County Road End-Term: Jct. w/ Meadow Creek Rd Product/Service Code: Z1LB Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

Continued ...

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

XX

DATED . YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION (BLOCK 5),

INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE SET FORTH

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND DELIVER

ARE

ARE

31c. DATE SIGNED

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA

31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY ADDITIONAL

SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED.

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE (FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION) FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3

AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA

26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Government Use Only)

OFFER

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 11/2021)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

ARE NOT ATTACHED.

ARE NOT ATTACHED.

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REFERENCE

32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32c. DATE 32b. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

ACCEPTED, AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED:

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

RECEIVED INSPECTED

40. PAID BY39. S/R VOUCHER NUMBER38. S/R ACCOUNT NUMBER

37. CHECK NUMBER

FINALPARTIAL

36. PAYMENT

FINALPARTIAL

35. AMOUNT VERIFIED

CORRECT FOR

34. VOUCHER NUMBER33. SHIP NUMBER

COMPLETE

32g. E-MAIL OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

42d. TOTAL CONTAINERS42c. DATE REC'D (YY/MM/DD)

42b. RECEIVED AT (Location)

42a. RECEIVED BY (Print)

41c. DATE41b. SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF CERTIFYING OFFICER

41a. I CERTIFY THIS ACCOUNT IS CORRECT AND PROPER FOR PAYMENT

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 11/2021) BACK

24.

AMOUNT

23.

UNIT PRICE

22.

UNIT

21.

QUANTITY

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

19.

ITEM NO.

0002 Myrtle Creek Road Grading with attached 4.7 DH

Packer/Roller

ID: 633

Begin-Term: Jct. w/ Westside Rd.

End-Term: Quarry past Yellowpine Creek

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0003 Skin Creek Road Grading with attached 1.8 DH

Packer/Roller

ID: 627

Begin-Term: End of County

End-Term: Jct. w/ FSR2404

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0004 Deer Creek Road Grading with attached 4 DH

Packer/Roller

ID: 435

Begin-Term: Jct. w/ County Rd 72

End-Term: Keno Creek Bridge

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0005 Camp Nine Road Grading with attached 3 DH

Packer/Roller

Continued ...

32f. TELEPHONE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32d. PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

53 2 of

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

3 53

CONTINUATION SHEET

REFERENCE NO. OF DOCUMENT BEING CONTINUED PAGE OF

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F)

1240BD27Q0001

ID: 397

Begin-Term: End of County

End-Term: Jct. w/ 2499

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0006 Giles Road Grading with attached Packer/Roller 3.75 DH

ID: 2494

Begin-Term: End of County

End-Term: FSR397

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0007 Meadow Creek Cutoff Road Grading with attached 4.2 DH

Packer/Roller

ID: 2547

Begin-Term: Jct. w/ FSR397

End-Term: Jct. w/ Meadow Creek Rd

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0008 Queen Mountain Road Grading with attached 9.9 DH

Packer/Roller

ID: 2542

Begin-Term: Jct. w/ County Rd. 34

End-Term: Rutledge Creek Trailhead or Snow line

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0009 Baldy Road Grading with attached Packer/Roller 3.6 DH

ID:2538

Begin-Term: Jct w/ County Rd

End-Term: Jct. w/ Radar Road

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0010 Burton Creek Road Grading with attached 6.3 DH

Packer/Roller

ID: 2411

Begin-Term: Jct. w/ FSR633

End-Term: Rd end at Trailhead or Snow line

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Continued ...

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

4 53

CONTINUATION SHEET

REFERENCE NO. OF DOCUMENT BEING CONTINUED PAGE OF

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F)

1240BD27Q0001

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0011 Solomon Lake Road Grading with attached 0.8 DH

Packer/Roller

ID: 2404

Begin-Term: Jct. w/ FSR627

End-Term: Solomon Lake Boat Launch

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0012 Tuin Road Grading with attached Packer/Roller 2.4 DH

ID: 2269

Begin-Term: Jct. w/ FSR435

End-Term: Jct. w/ FSR2584

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0013 Silver Crescent B Road Grading with attached 1.1 DH

Packer/Roller

ID: 2499A

Begin-Term: Jct. w/ FSR2499

End-Term: Jct. w/ FSR2499B

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0014 Brush Lake Road Grading with attached 2.2 DH

Packer/Roller

ID: 1004

Begin-Term: HWY 95

End-Term: Brush Lake Boat Launch

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

0015 Miscellaneous miles for grading 40.6 DH

Miles designated by the COR using Form

FS-6300-0012

Product/Service Code: Z1LB

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

Bonners Ferry Road Grading

1240BD27Q0001

Statement of Requirement The Government requires road grading, road maintenance, and minor road repair services on roads located throughout the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Bonners Ferry Ranger District, Boundary County, Idaho.

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, transportation, operating supplies, tools, materials, safety equipment, and incidentals necessary to perform road maintenance services in accordance with this Performance Work Statement, maps, specifications, and contract terms and conditions.

Schedule of Items

See Attachment 1 - Schedule of Items.

Technical Data

The following documents are included as attachments to this solicitation and can be accessed via the “Attachments/Links” section of the posting.

• Attachment 1 – Schedule of Items

• Attachment 2 – Performance Work Statement

• Attachment 3 – Maps

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and United States Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) Clauses and Provisions The clauses and provisions contained herein are applicable to any order awarded as a result of this solicitation. The terms and conditions set forth herein supersede all other terms and conditions.

Acceptance of the order in accordance with (IAW) FAR 12.201-1(b)(2) constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions contained herein.

As part of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO), system updates may lag policy updates. The System for Award Management (SAM) may continue to require entities to complete representations based on provisions that are not included in this solicitation. Contracting officers will rely on representations from offers based on provisions in the solicitation. Entities are not required to, nor are they able to, update their entity registration to remove these representations in SAM.

52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference Feb 1998 This solicitation incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also the full text of the clause may be accessed electronically at Internet address https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52

52.212-4 Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate I (Nov 2025) of 52.212-4

52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (Nov 2023)

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52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (Jan 2017)

52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate I (Nov 2025) of 52.222-50

52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (May 2024) 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (Jun 2013) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (Mar 2023) 52.233-3 Protest After Award (Sep 2025) 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (Sep 2025) 52.240-91 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions (Nov 2025)

☐ Alternate I (Nov 2025) of 52.240-91 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2025)

The following clauses are applicable if checked:

☒ 52.204-13 System for Award Management—Maintenance (Nov 2025) ☒ 52.209-6 Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with

Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (Sep 2025) ☒ 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (Sep 2025) ☒ 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Aside (Nov 2025)

☐ Alternate I (Mar 2020).

☒ 52.222-3 Convict Labor (June 2003) ☒ 52.222-19 Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Nov 2025) ☒ 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (Nov 2025)

☐ Alternate I (Jul 2014) of 52.222-36 ☒ 52.222-41 Service Contract Labor Standards (Aug 2018) ☒ 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (May 2014)

This Statement is for Information Only:

It is not a Wage Determination

Employee Class Monetary Wage -- Fringe Benefits GS-6 $20.90/hour plus $5.55 Fringe

☒ 52.222-43 Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards -- Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (Aug 2018) ☒ 52.222-44 Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards -- Price Adjustment (May 2014) ☒ 52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (Jan 2022) ☒ 52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (Apr 2026) ☒ 52.223-23 Sustainable Products and Services (Nov 2025)

(Nov 2021) ☒ 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer— System for Award Management (Oct 2018)

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Other Applicable Clauses

52.216-21 Requirements (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate I (Apr 1984) of 52.216-21

52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999) 30 calendar days prior to contract expiration

AGAR Clauses

AGAR 452.203-70 Unenforceable Supplier Terms (MAY 2026)

(a) Definitions.

Supplier terms mean provisions customarily drafted by vendors of supplies or services and intended to create a binding legal obligation on the end user. The term applies:

1. Regardless of the format or style of the document. For example, supplier terms may appear in standard terms of sale or lease, Terms of Service (TOS), End User License Agreement (EULA), or another similar legal instrument or agreement, and may be presented as part of a proposal or quotation responding to a solicitation for a contract or order or otherwise become effective after the contract date.

2. Regardless of the media or delivery mechanism used. For example, supplier terms may be presented as one or more paper documents or may appear on a computer or other electronic device screen during a purchase, software installation, other product delivery, registration for a service, or another transaction.

(b) Applicability. When any supply or service acquired under this contract is subject to supplier terms, the supplier terms are deemed part of the contract only to the extent they are consistent with this clause. Supplier terms that conflict with any part of this clause, the contract, or Federal law are void and will not be considered incorporated into a contract, even if they are physically present in a contract documentation or systems. In the event of any inconsistency between supplier terms and this contract, this clause and the terms of the Government contract must govern and supersede any supplier terms in all cases.

(c) Authorization Required. Notwithstanding any other provision, no supplier terms must be binding on the Government unless the term is expressly authorized on the USDA Supplier Terms Authorization Form signed by the Contracting Officer, and the completed Authorization Form has been incorporated into the contract.

(d) Unenforceable Terms. Any supplier terms that impose obligations or restrictions inconsistent with applicable Federal law are unenforceable against the Government and deemed stricken from the agreement. This includes, but is not limited to, any clause that:

(1) Requires the Government to pay future fees, penalties, interest, legal costs, early‑termination fees, cancellation fees, minimum purchase commitments, true‑up payments, seat‑count minimums, usage minimums, continued‑use charges, or any other financial obligation not expressly authorized by the contract.

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(2) Requires the Government to indemnify the contractor or any other entity.

(3) Restricts the Government’s ability to obtain similar supplies or services from another source.

(4) Imposes any penalty, financial or otherwise, based on the Government’s decision not to exercise an option.

(5) Subjects the United States Government to the laws of any U.S. state, territory, district, municipality, or foreign nation, except where Federal law expressly permits such application.

(6) Requires dispute resolution in a forum or venue other than one prescribed by applicable Federal law.

(7) Establishes a period of limitations for bringing an action that differs from that provided by applicable Federal law.

(8) Grants the contractor rights to use, mine, access, aggregate, analyze, or otherwise exploit Government data, usage data, or metadata.

(9) Deems the Government to have accepted initial or revised terms based on silence, continued performance, or failure to object.

(10) Grants the supplier the right to audit Government facilities, systems, records, or use of the product or service, except as expressly authorized by the contract and applicable Federal law.

(11) Requires the Government to accept supplier security requirements, network access requirements, monitoring, penetration testing, or other technical or security measures.

(12) Permits the supplier to suspend, degrade, or terminate access to products or services based on alleged non‑payment, alleged breach, automated security triggers.

(13) Limits the Government’s right to use, install, access, test, evaluate, or transfer the licensed product or service in any manner consistent with the contract and Federal law.

(14) Requires the Government to store, process, maintain, or transmit data in a particular geographic location, or permits the supplier to transfer Government data outside the United States, except as expressly authorized by applicable Federal law.

(15) Authorizes the supplier to use the Government’s name, seal, trademark, logo, or any reference to the Government as an end user or customer for marketing, publicity, promotional activities, press releases, or similar purposes.

(16) Incorporates by reference, or requires the Government to accept, terms or conditions imposed by any third party, subcontractor, or upstream service provider, unless such terms are expressly incorporated into the contract by bilateral modification.

(17) Limits, conditions, or negates the contractor’s performance obligations, service levels, or remedies through a supplier‑provided service level agreement (SLA).

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(18) Uses Government data, usage data, metadata, prompts, content, or interactions to train, fine‑tune, improve, or derive any artificial intelligence, machine learning, or automated decision‑making model.

(19) Subjects the Government to automated decision‑making, automated risk scoring, automated content moderation, or any algorithmic process that may affect access, performance, or rights under the contract.

(20) Utilizes artificial intelligence or algorithmic tools that produce decisions, recommendations, or outputs affecting contract performance without providing transparency, explainability, auditability, and bias‑mitigation consistent with applicable Federal law and policy.

(21) Profiles, tracks, or analyzes Government user behavior, preferences, communications, or interactions for personalization, marketing, or algorithmic optimization purposes.

(e) Non-binding Actions. Neither the Government nor any Government authorized end user is deemed to have consented to any term, condition, or clause by virtue of its inclusion in the supplier agreement or through the use of clickwrap, browsewrap, “I agree” mechanisms, or similar means.

Execution of such mechanisms does not bind the Government or its authorized end users to any unenforceable terms.

(f) End user. The supplier agreement must bind the ordering activity as the end user to the extent it does not conflict with the terms of this clause, but it must not bind or impose personal liability on any Government employee or any person acting on behalf of the Government in their personal capacity.

(g) Law and disputes. The supplier agreement is governed by Federal law.

(h) Statutory exception. This clause does not apply to indemnification or any other payment by the Government that is expressly authorized by statute and specifically authorized under applicable agency regulations and procedures.

(i) Continued performance. The supplier or licensor must not unilaterally revoke, terminate, or suspend any rights granted to the Government except as allowed by the contract. If the supplier or licensor believes the ordering activity to be in breach of the supplier agreement, it must pursue its rights under the Contract Disputes Act or other applicable Federal statute while proceeding diligently with performance, pending final resolution of any dispute in accordance with the Disputes Clause at FAR 52.212‑4(d) or FAR 52.233‑1, as applicable.

(j) Arbitration. Binding arbitration must not be used unless specifically authorized by agency guidance.

(k) Equitable or injunctive relief. Equitable or injunctive relief, including the award of attorney fees, costs, or interest, may be awarded against the United States Government only when explicitly provided by statute (e.g., the Prompt Payment Act or the Equal Access to Justice Act).

(l) Revisions to supplier agreements. Any revisions to the supplier agreement must be incorporated into the contract using a bilateral modification. Unilateral revisions are not binding on the Government.

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(m) No automatic renewals. If any license or service tied to periodic payment is provided under the supplier agreement (e.g., annual software maintenance or annual lease term), such license or service must not renew automatically upon expiration of its current term without prior express written consent from an authorized Government representative.

(n) Indemnification. Any clause of the supplier agreement requiring the supplier or licensor to defend or indemnify the end user is amended to provide that the U.S. Department of Justice has the sole right to represent the United States in any such action, in accordance with 28 U.S.C. 516.

(o) Taxes or surcharges. Any taxes or surcharges which the supplier or licensor seeks to pass along to the Government as end user will be governed by the terms of the associated Government contract or order and must be submitted to the Contracting Officer for a determination of applicability prior to invoicing unless specifically agreed otherwise.

(p) Non‑assignment. The supplier agreement may not be assigned, nor may any rights or obligations thereunder be delegated, without the Government’s prior approval, except as expressly permitted by FAR 52.212-4(b) or FAR 52.232-23, as applicable.

(q) Confidential information. If the supplier agreement includes a confidentiality clause, such clause is amended to state that neither the agreement nor the contract price list, as applicable, must be deemed “confidential information.” Issues regarding release of “unit pricing” will be resolved consistent with the Freedom of Information Act. Notwithstanding anything in the supplier agreement to the contrary, the Government may retain any confidential information as required by law, regulation, or its internal document retention procedures for legal, regulatory, or compliance purposes; provided, however, that all such retained confidential information will continue to be subject to the confidentiality obligations of the supplier agreement.

(r) Conflict with Federal law. If any other language, provision, or clause of the supplier agreement conflicts or is inconsistent with Federal law or the terms and conditions of this contract, such language, provisions, or clauses will be considered null and void and will not be binding on the United States Government.

(End of Clause)

452.204–70 Modification for Contract Closeout (Apr 2026)

(a) If unliquidated funds in the amount of $1000 or less remain on the contract, the Contracting Officer (Contracting Officer) may issue a unilateral modification for deobligation. The contractor will receive a copy of the modification but is not required to provide a signature. The Contracting Officer will immediately proceed with contract closeout upon completion of the period of performance, receipt and acceptance of supplies or services, and final payment.

(b) For commercial contracts not exceeding the simplified acquisition procedure threshold under FAR 12.001(c), if more than $1,000 in unliquidated funds remain at closeout, the Contracting Officer will issue a bilateral deobligation modification. Only the modification requires the contractor’s signature, though a Release of Claims may be requested. If the required documents are not returned within 60 days, the Contracting Officer will issue a unilateral modification and proceed with closeout once performance is complete, acceptance is confirmed, and final payment is made.

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(c) For all other non-commercial or non–cost‑reimbursement contracts, if more than $1,000 in unliquidated funds remain at closeout, the Contracting Officer will issue a bilateral deobligation modification and a Release of Claims, both requiring contractor signature. If these documents are not returned within 120 days, the Contracting Officer will issue a unilateral modification u and proceed with closeout upon completion of performance, acceptance, and final payment.

(End of Clause)

AGAR 452.236-70 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (Sep 2026)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause—

Payment request means a bill, voucher, invoice, or request for contract financing payment with associated supporting documentation. The payment request must comply with the requirements identified in FAR 32.905(b), and the applicable Payment clause included in this contract.

(b) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this clause, the Contractor must submit payment requests electronically using the invoice instructions provided in the contract.

(c) The Contractor may submit payment requests using alternate methods when the Contracting Officer authorizes alternate procedures in writing in accordance with Treasury procedures.

(d) If alternate payment procedures are authorized, the Contractor shall include a copy of the Contracting Officer's written authorization with each payment request.

(e) The Contractor certifies that, by submitting an invoice to the Government, the supplies and/or services billed have been shipped, rendered, or delivered in accordance with instructions issued by the ordering officer; that they are reflected in the quantities and/or period of performance stated on the invoice; and that such supplies and/or services conform to the quantity and quality requirements specified in the applicable contract, order, or blanket purchase agreement.

(f) By requesting payment under this award, the contractor certifies that, to the best of its knowledge and belief, it does not operate programs promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion that violate any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws.

(End of clause)

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Solicitation Information

Award Type

It is anticipated that a firm-fixed price purchase order consisting of one (1) year base period will be awarded as a result of this synopsis/solicitation. Total duration of this contract shall not exceed one

(1) year.

The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Therefore, to be considered responsive, contractors must submit pricing for all items.

Evaluation and Basis for Award

The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 based on the criteria listed below.

(a) Factor #1 – Price

• SF-1449 complete (Blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, and 30c);

• Acknowledge issued amendments, if any; and

• Schedule of Items.

Note #1: “Acknowledge issued amendments” by signing/dating page 1 of each Amendment and submitting only page 1 with your quote package.

Evaluation Approach: In accordance with FAR 13.106-3 Award and documentation, proposed prices will be evaluated to determine if they are fair and reasonable.

(b) Factor #2 – Project Schedule

• Submit a schedule that outlines the primary work activities and clearly presents when the project will be completed.

Evaluation Method:

1. Quote Completeness Review The Government will review each quote to determine whether it includes:

• A completed SF-1449, including Blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, and 30c;

• Acknowledgment of each issued amendment, if any, by signing and dating page 1 of each amendment and submitting the signed page with the quote package; and

• A completed Schedule of Items.

The Government may exclude a quote from further evaluation if it does not acknowledge a material amendment or does not provide information necessary to evaluate the quote.

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2. Factor 1—Price The Government will evaluate each quoted price to determine whether it is fair and reasonable. The evaluation may consider:

• Prices received from other quoters;

• The Government estimate;

• Historical prices for the same or similar services;

• Market research; and

• Other relevant price information available to the Government.

A price determined not to be fair and reasonable may not be selected for award.

3. Factor 2—Project Schedule The Government will evaluate each proposed schedule to determine whether it:

• Identifies the primary work activities;

• Shows the anticipated timing and sequence of those activities;

• Provides a reasonable and achievable schedule; and

• Clearly identifies when the project will be completed.

The Government will consider the relative benefits and risks presented by each proposed schedule.

4. Basis of Award The Government will evaluate the quotes in accordance with the stated evaluation factors and applicable RFO FAR Part 12 procedures. Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quote is determined to be most advantageous to the Government, considering Price and Project Schedule.

The Government will not necessarily select the quote offering the lowest price.

(b) Notice of award. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer furnished to the successful Offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

(End of provision)

Other Information

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference Feb 1998 This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2025)

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FAR 52.212-1 is amended as follows:

Period for acceptance of offers.

The Offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

Questions Questions shall be submitted via email to michael.christiansen@usda.gov and are due no later than November 15, 2025, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time. This will ensure enough time to respond before the solicitation period ends. Please include the solicitation name and number as the subject line of the email.

52.203-18 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation (Jan 2017)

52.209-2 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations - Representation (Sep 2025)

52.209-11 Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law (Sep 2025)

52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications (Nov 2025)

The following provisions are applicable if checked:

☒ 52.204-7 System for Award Management—Registration (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate I (Nov 2025) to 52.204-7

Other Applicable FAR Provisions

52.217-5 Evaluation of Options (Nov 2025)

AGAR Provisions

NOTICE FOR FILING AGENCY PROTESTS

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Protest Procedures

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is committed to fair, transparent, and efficient acquisitions. Interested parties with concerns about this solicitation are encouraged to seek resolution through the following USDA procedures.

Tier 1: Contracting Officer Concern Resolution

Submission: Interested parties with concerns about either the solicitation or subsequent award should first submit their concern directly to the Contracting Officer, providing sufficient detail to allow the Contracting Officer to understand and assess the issue.

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Process: The Contracting Officer will review the concern, seek clarification as needed, and engage with the interested party to attempt prompt resolution.

Review Timeline: The Contracting Officer will make every effort to provide a response or resolution within 10 business days of receiving the concern.

Effect on Award or Performance: Tier 1 engagement is not considered an official notification of filing an agency protest and does not pause solicitation deadlines, delay award decisions, or suspend contract performance.

Next Steps: If the matter cannot be resolved at Tier 1, the interested party may file a written agency protest under Tier 2.

USDA encourages all parties to seek resolution with the Contracting Officer before filing an agency protest.

Tier 2: Agency Protest If concerns cannot be resolved at Tier 1, an interested party may file a written agency protest with either the Contracting Officer or the USDA Independent Review Authority. The decision by the USDA Independent Review Authority is an alternative to a decision by the Contracting Officer. The USDA Independent Review Authority will not consider an appeal of the Contracting Officer’s decision on an agency protest.

The protest must state whether the protester elects review by the Contracting Officer, by the UDSA Independent Review Authority. If no election is stated, the Contracting Officer will decide the protest.

Required Information: Protests shall include the information set forth in FAR 33.104-4 (a)(3).

Failure to submit the required information may result in a delay or dismissal of the protest.

Submission: Agency protests should be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer.

Timeliness: Protests must be filed within the timeframes specified in FAR 33.104.

Effect on Award or Performance: Contract awards or performance will be suspended during the protest period unless justified in writing for urgent and compelling reasons or determined to be in the best interest of the Government.

Review Timeline: USDA strives to resolve agency-level protests within 35 business days of receipt.

Election of Forum: By filing a protest with USDA, the protesters agree not to file a protest on the same matter with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or any other external forum while the agency protest is pending. If such a protest is filed externally, the USDA agency protest will be dismissed.

Questions: Questions regarding this notice or protest procedures should be directed to the Contracting Officer identified in this solicitation.

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Government Point of Contact: Name: Michael Christiansen, michael.christiansen@usda.gov Phone: (360) 338-5980

Attachments and Appendix:

The following attachments are made as part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.

Attachment Number

Description Page Count

001 Schedule of Items (Excel version) 1 002 Performance Work Statement 26 003 Maps 1 004 Wage Determination 2015-5511 Rev 30 7

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