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Combined Synopsis-Solicitation for Borehole Geophysical Logging services at Elk Hills site in Kern County, California.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The solicitation number is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) 140G0321Q0219.

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-06 dated 07/12/2021.

Unrestricted. NAICS: 541360 – Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services, $16.5

Firm, Fixed Price Order is planned.

Place of Performance: USGS Elk Hills site in Kern County, California. Approximate site location is Valley Acres CA, 1 mi northwest of the intersection CA Highway 119 and Valley West Road.

Period of Performance: Borehole geophysical logging services for approximately 45 days from start date. The vendor will be notified no less than 14 days prior to when the work shall commence. The ultimate completion end date shall not exceed May 31, 2022.

Attached:

Statement of Work and Map, 5 pages.

889 Certification, 2 pages.

The listed Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses apply to this solicitation and are incorporated by reference.

All FAR Clauses may be viewed in full text via the Internet at http://acquisition.gov; Federal Acquisition Regulation Table of Contents.

This solicitation incorporates, by reference FAR 52.204-07 (Oct 2018), 52.204-13 (Oct 2018), 52.212-1 (July 2021), 52.212-3 (February 2021), 52.212-4 (October 2018), 52.212-5 (July 2021) and 52.232-40 (December 2013).

52.212-2 -- Evaluation -- Commercial Items (Oct 2014)

(a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

Trade Off Factors: Price and Experience

The vendor should have extensive experience operating borehole geophysical logs or sub-contracting to companies that specialize in borehole geophysical logging. The direct collection of geophysical logs or the processing, analysis, and interpretation of borehole geophysical should be a regularly provided service by the company offering a quote. The vendor shall provide at least three (3) recent/relevant projects completed.

(b) Options. The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the

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(c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise 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.

Pursuant to FAR Clause 52.212-5 the following clauses are hereby incorporated by reference:

52.204-10, Reporting Executive compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (OCT 2016) (Pub. L. 109-282)(31 U.S.C. 6101 note);

52.209-6, Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (OCT 2015)(31 U.S.C. 6101 note);

52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Representation (JULY 2013) (15 U.S.C. 632(a)(2);

52.222-03, Convict Labor (June 2003) (E.O. 11755);

52.222-21, Prohibition Against Segregated Facilities (APR 2015);

52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (SEP 2016) (E.O. 11246);

52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (JUL 2014) (29 U.S.C. 793);

52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (MARCH 2015);

52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging while Driving (Aug 2011) (E.O. 13513);

52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer (JUL 2013);

52.000S-5079 TECHNICAL LIAISON – TECHNICAL DIRECTION (OCT 1997)

(a) The performance required herein shall be subject to the technical direction of the Technical Liaison (TL) as identified below. As used herein, "technical direction" is defined as direction to the contractor that fills in details, suggests possible lines of approach, or otherwise supplements the scope of the work set forth herein and shall not constitute a new assignment, and does not supersede or modify any article or clause of this contract.

(b) The Technical Liaison is not authorized to perform, formally or informally, any of the following actions:

(1) Promise, award, agree to award, or execute any contract, contract modification, or notice of intent that changes or may change this contract;

(2) Waive or agree to modification of the delivery schedule;

(3) Make any final decision on any contract matter subject to the Disputes Clause;

(4) Terminate, for any reason, the contractor's right to proceed;

(5) Obligate in any way, the payment of money by the Government. Only a warranted Contracting Officer is authorized to obligate funds on this or any other contract action.

(c) The contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer in writing if the Technical Liaison has taken an action (or fails to take action) or issues direction (written or oral) that the contractor considers to exceed the above limitations.

(d) The Technical Liaison assigned for this contract is:

Name: TBD at award Telephone Number:

Email:

(e) Only the Contracting Officer may designate a different Technical Liaison.

ELECTRONIC INVOICING AND PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS – INVOICE PROCESSING PLATFORM

(IPP) (APRIL 2013)

Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the

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Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP).

"Payment request" means any request for contract financing payment or invoice payment by the Contractor. To constitute a proper invoice, the payment request must comply with the requirements identified in the applicable Prompt Payment clause included in the contract, or the clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions- Commercial Items included in commercial item contracts. The IPP website address is: https://www.ipp.gov.

Under this contract, the following documents are required to be submitted as an attachment to the

IPP invoice: Invoice Only

The Contractor must use the IPP website to register, access and use IPP for submitting requests for payment. The Contractor Government Business Point of Contact (as listed in SAM) will receive enrollment instructions via email from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston (FRBB) within 3 - 5 business days of the contract award date. Contractor assistance with enrollment can be obtained by contacting the IPP Production Helpdesk via email ippgroup@bos.frb.org or phone (866) 973-3131.

If the Contractor is unable to comply with the requirement to use IPP for submitting invoices for payment, the Contractor must submit a waiver request in writing to the Contracting Officer with its proposal or quotation.

UNILATERAL DEOBLIGATION

The contractor shall submit all invoices under this award no later than ninety (90) calendar days after the period of performance has expired, unless a request for extension has been submitted to, and granted by, the Contracting Officer. After 120 calendar days have passed after the expiration of the period of performance, the Contracting Officer reserves the right to issue a unilateral modification deobligating any unexpended funds, and to initiate closeout procedures.

All questions regarding this procurement shall be electronically, in writing to: Charlan Fejarang at cjfejarang@usgs.gov no later than Monday, September 13, 2021 at 12:00pm PT.

Responses are due to the Contracting Officer’s email address at cjfejarang@usgs.gov by Friday, September 17, 2021 at 12:00pm PT.

STATEMENT OF WORK

Wireline Geophysical Logging Services of an Open Borehole in Kern County, California.

I. General Information:

a. INTRODUCTION: the USGS Research Drilling Program (RDP) has the need for a vendor to collect and analyze wireline geophysical logging services in an open borehole drilled near the Elk Hills oil field boundary in Kern County, California during the 2021‐ 2022 calendar year. The vendor will need to provide all geophysical logging tools, wireline, and logging staff. Required logs are nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), natural gamma (GR), spontaneous potential (SP), multiple‐depth induction, formation pressures, and caliper. The USGS Elk Hills site is located approximately 1 mile northwest of Valley Acres, CA (intersection of CA Highway 119 and Valley West Drive, see Figure 1).

b. OBJECTIVE: to collect and analyze high quality downhole geophysical logs from an approximately 2,500‐foot‐deep open borehole including nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), natural gamma (GR), spontaneous potential (SP), multiple‐depth induction, formation pressures, and caliper logs.

II. Background:

USGS RDP will begin boring and constructing a multiple‐depth groundwater monitoring sites during the next 6 months. The site (see Figure 1) is located on undeveloped land within Kern County.

Successful completion of this project work requires that nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), natural gamma (GR), spontaneous potential (SP), multiple‐depth induction, formation pressures, and caliper logs be collected from the approximately 2,500‐foot‐deep open borehole in a timely manner.

Table 1 shows the approximate location of the site, the estimated start month and duration of the project, and the estimated time the logging services will be required. The site location is known to a radius of about 1/2 mile. The project startup date will be known within 2 months and the project length is known to within 1 week. Inclement weather and unexpected equipment failures could delay work thereby extending the project duration.

The borehole will be drilled using direct mud rotary techniques to a depth of approximately 2,500 feet below land surface. The borehole diameter will telescope down and vary between 9.75 and 7.5 inches depending on depth. Prior notification is required if a larger diameter hole is required to accommodate the logging tools. Drilling fluid will be a mixture of bentonite drill mud certified safe for water wells and potable water plus the addition of any water‐well safe polymers that may be required based on conditions. The mud is not oil based.

The drill rig will most likely be a Schramm T‐130 or Atlas CopCo TH60. Both rigs are equipped with multiple hoist lines that can be used to hang sheaves or pully blocks. Additional sheaves or pully blocks may be secured to the drill table using hoisting straps. The drill rig mast is typically set up to accommodate 20‐foot drill pipe. A portion of the drill site will be cleared for geophysical logging activities. Space to accommodate a large box truck will be provided and the area will be cleared to allow direct access from the truck to the drill table.

III. Work Requirements

a. Vendor is expected to have experience completing this type of work. Vendor may be required to provide proof of completing these tasks including, but not limited to, providing references.

b. Geophysical logging of a 2,500‐foot‐deep open borehole. Required logs are nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), natural gamma (GR), spontaneous potential (SP), multiple‐depth induction, formation pressures, and caliper.

c. A nuclear magnetic resonance log will be collected to estimate total porosity of the formations including free fluid and bound fluid and will be displayed in either percent porosity or V/V units. A natural gamma log will measure natural gamma radiation and will be displayed in API units. A spontaneous potential log will measure the spontaneous potential of the formations and will be displayed in millivolts. A multiple‐depth (minimum of 2, medium and deep) electromagnetic induction logs will measure the conductivity of the formations and will be displayed in ohm.m The formation pressure log will measure the formation pressures at 25 discrete depths and will be displayed in absolute pressure, psi units. The caliper log will measure the borehole diameter; a multi‐ arm caliper is preferred.

d. Data will be recorded at maximum interval of 0.5 feet (0.25 is preferred) throughout the entire borehole with the exception of the formation pressure log. Up to 25 formation pressures will be taken throughout the borehole at depths to be determined at a later time.

e. All data provided in final format will be calibrated.

f. All logs, most notably the NMR, will be checked for quality control. Logs will be calibrated and analyzed with respect to water resources.

g. Final processed data will be provided in paper and digital formats. Paper plots will be provided on continuous paper in either 5in=100ft and 2in=100ft scales. Digital prints will be in PDF format and will be in both 5in=100ft and 2in=100ft scales. All data will be provided in LAS version 1.2 or newer.

h. Vendor will receive daily updates to the drilling schedule once the drill rig is on site. Vendor will be notified 48 hours in advance of when logging services will be required.

i. Vendor is expected to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

IV. Supporting Information (for vendor)

a. Final borehole depth is estimated and may change. Vendor should prepare quote to include fixed and/or flat rates and per foot charges. If logging services are required for more or less than 2,500 feet, the final payment will be based on a per foot charge plus all flat rates. Vendor should note if a minimum footage is required.

b. Additional fees or charges. While not expected, some events may occur. The vendor should note any “Canceled Operation”, “Non‐utilization”, or “Incomplete Operation” fees that may exist. The amount and explanation on when each fee may apply should be included. The vendor should also note any flat rate “crew” or “equipment” charges that may apply as a result of standby time.

c. Tool protection options, if available, should be included a separate line item in the quote and listed as optional. Please note if tool protection is required.

d. No Government‐owned property or services will be provided to the vendor. USGS drillers will be available to set and remove sheaves as needed. The onsite generator and portable toilet may be used by the vendor. An on‐site source of non‐potable water will be available for vendor use.

e. The full PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE will begin as early as October 1st, 2021 and end not later than May 31st, 2022.

f. Figure 1. Maps showing the approximate location of USGS Elk Hills site.

g. Table 1. Summary of site information and expected borehole solid/liquid amounts.

TABLE 1. Characteristics of proposed USGS groundwater monitoring site, 2021‐2022

Site name Approximate site location

Expected start date

Estimated depth (feet)

Estimated duration

Estimated logging date

USGS Elk Hills

Valley Acres CA, 1 mi northwest of the intersection CA Highway 119 and Valley West Road

October 1, 2021‐ May 1st

2,200 to 2,500 45 days

21 days after start

Figure 1: Location of USGS Elk Hills drill site.

USGS Elk Hills drill site

52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES

OR EQUIPMENT (OCT 2020)

The Offeror shall not complete the representation at paragraph (d)(1) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument" in paragraph (c)(1) in the provision at 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or

Services—Representation, or in paragraph (v)(2)(i) of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and

Certifications-Commercial Items. The Offeror shall not complete the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it "does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services" in paragraph (c)(2) of the provision at 52.204-26, or in paragraph (v)(2)(ii) of the provision at 52.212-3.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision—

Backhaul, covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, interconnection arrangements, reasonable inquiry, roaming, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Prohibition.

(1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub.

L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to—

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub.

L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2020, from entering into a contract or extending or renewing a contract with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. This prohibition applies to the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in performance of work under a Federal contract. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to—

(i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(c) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management

(SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for "covered telecommunications equipment or services".

(d) Representation. The Offeror represents that—

(1) It will, will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government in theperformance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(1) of this section if the Offeror responds

"will" in paragraph (d)(1) of this section; and

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry, for purposes of this representation, the Offeror represents that—

It does, does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or use any equipment, system, orservice that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(2) of this section if the Offeror responds "does" in paragraph (d)(2) of this section.

(e) Disclosures.

(1) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "will" in the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment— https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_204_26 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_212_3 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_204_26 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_212_3 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_204_25 https://www.sam.gov/

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as

OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services—

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the Product Service Code (PSC) of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision.

(2) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded "does" in the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer:

(i) For covered equipment—

(A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the OEM or a distributor, if known);

(B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as

OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and

(C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

(ii) For covered services—

(A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or

(B) If not associated with maintenance, the PSC of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.

52.204-26 COVERED TELECOMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT or SERVICES-REPRESENATION (OCT 2020)

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision, "covered telecommunications equipment or services" and

"reasonable inquiry" have the meaning provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain

Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management

(SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for "covered telecommunications equipment or services".

(c) (1) Representation. The Offeror represents that it does, does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument.

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry for purposes of this representation, the offeror represents that

NAME (Please Print) SIGNATURE DATE it does, does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services.