Sources_Sought_Mussel_Control_FBO.docx

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE. The Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) in Denver, Colorado and the Acquisition and Assistance Operations Branch (AAOB) are performing market research to determine if there is a sufficient number of qualified Small Businesses, (i.e., small, small disadvantaged, woman-owned, Hub Zone, serviced-disabled veteran-owned small business) to set aside an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity Contract. Reclamation will use responses to this notice to make the appropriate acquisition decision. The contemplated solicitation will be issued in accordance with FAR Part 13.

Reclamation is seeking an expert in the scientific field of dreissenid mussel species to assist with invasive mussel research activities associated with mussel control and mitigation at hydropower and water delivery facilities and for performance of invasive mussel facility vulnerability assessments.

Tasks;

The following is an example of tasks the contractor will be required to perform;

a. Assist Reclamation staff with the development of a list of facilities impacted by mussels to be surveyed

b. Assist Reclamation staff with development of a list of questions that will be discussed with each facility manager

c. Assist with contacting facilities to set up meetings

d. Participate in meetings with facility managers to discuss site specific mussel control

e. Communicate progress by both email and phone conversations

The contemplated solicitation will be evaluated based on the Best Value to the Government. All interested contractors who can meet the requirements stated above should respond with information describing their interest, capabilities statements, and indicate which small business category for which they qualify. E-mail responses are required. The due date for responses to this Sources Sought is 3:00 pm Mountain Daylight Savings Time on Monday, March 18, 2019. Please email your responses to fpalmer@usbr.gov. Solicitation No. 140R8119Q0186 has been assigned and should be referenced on all correspondence regarding this announcement. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541620, which contains a size standard of $15.0 million dollars is applicable to this acquisition. Interested firms are reminded that in accordance with FAR 4.12, prospective contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications and in conjunction with FAR 4.11, are required to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time an offer or quotation is submitted.