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RUTH A. JOHNSON

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14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ IFB RFPX

ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST

DWORSHAK PROJECT OFFICE

1428 NORTHFORK DRIVE

AHSAHKA ID 83520-0048

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Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

BIDDER INQUIRY:

Bidder/Offeror Solicitation Questions:

All inquiries regarding this solicitation are to be submitted via Bidder Inquiry. Telephone and email inquiries will not be accepted. Bidder Inquiry is a web-site that allows bidders to post questions regarding the solicitation and view all questions by other bidders and responses by USACE. Bidder Inquiry can be accessed through ProjNet at (https://www.projnet.org)

To submit and review inquiry items, prospective vendors will need to use the Bidder Inquiry Key presented below and follow the instructions listed below the key for access. A prospective vendor who submits a comment /question will receive an acknowledgement of the comment/question via email. Another email to the same address will notify the prospective vendor once the reply is available for viewing.

TIMING OF BIDDER INQUIRIES: Bidders are encouraged to submit their bidder inquiries promptly. The Government will make every effort to answer all bidder inquiries; however, the closer to the solicitation due date an inquiry is received, the less likely it is that a timely response can be provided.

The Bidder Inquiry Key is: E2SFK8-79DBG7

Specific Instructions for ProjNet Bid Inquiry Access:

1. From the ProjNet home page linked above, click on Quick Add on the upper right side of the screen.

2. Identify the Agency. This should be marked as USACE.

3. Key. Enter the Bidder Inquiry Key listed above.

4. Email. Enter the email address you would like to use for communication.

5. Click Continue. A page will then open saying that a user account was not found and will ask you to create one using the provided form.

6. Enter your First Name, Last Name, Company, City, State, Phone, Email, Secret Question, Secret Answer, and Time Zone. Make sure to remember your Secret Question and Answer as they will be use from this point on to access the ProjNet system.

7. Click Add User. Once this is completed you are now registered within ProjNet and are currently logged into the system.

Instructions for Entering Questions:

1. After you are logged in click on the "post new inquiry", it is on the left side of the window under the Word "Submit" a.) This is the window where you will enter your questions b.) Comment Classification: Click on the down arrow to the right of the words “Please select from below”, select “Public” c.) Discipline: This is where you select who this question should be directed to. Example; if the question is about an electrical drawing or specification select: “Electrical” from the pull down list.

d.) Sheet. Enter the sheet number of the drawing you are asking about.

e.) Detail. Enter the detail name of the detail shown on the drawing that you are asking about.

f.) Specification. Enter the Specification number and paragraph number.

g.) File. Use this if you are going to attacha pdf file.

h.) Question. Enter your question here.

Specific Instructions for Future ProjNet Bid Inquiry Access:

1. For future access to ProjNet, you will not be provided any type of password. You will utilize your Secret Question and Secret Answer to log in.

2. From the ProjNet home page linked above, click on Quick Add on the upper right side of the screen.

3. Identify the Agency. This should be marked as USACE.

4. Key. Enter the Bidder Inquiry Key listed above.

5. Email. Enter the email address you used to register previously in ProjNet.

6. Click Continue. A page will then open asking you to enter the answer to your Secret Question.

7. Enter your Secret Answer and click Login. Once this is completed you are now logged into the system.

For questions about the ProjNet Bidder Inquiry, please contact the Call Center help desk toll free at 1-800-428- HELP, which operates from 8AM to 5PM (Central US time zone). Bidder inquiry help questions can also be emailed to the helpdesk at staff@projnet.info

Offerors are cautioned to clearly print prices for all line items. Be especially careful placing decimal points, as a mistake in your offer may render it unresponsive. Your quote must be valid for 30 calendar days after the due date specified for receipt of quotations. Please include shipping costs in the quoted price of each item.

Registration at www.sam.gov is required. If not registered, please do so. Step-by-step help information on how to register is detailed on the website, along with frequently asked questions (FAQs). Lack of registration in the SAM database may make an offeror ineligible for award.

Effective 29 April 2018, the notarized letter process is now mandatory on all CURRENT registrants at SAM who have a requirement to update data on their SAM record. The notarized letter is mandatory and is required in order for the GSA Federal Service Desk (FSD) to activate the entity's registration. Both Federal Assistance entities and all non-Federal entities must mail the original, signed copy of the notarized letter to the Federal Service Desk. Failure to do so within 30 days of activation may result in the registration no longer being active. Mail the completed, signed, notarized letter to:

FEDERAL SERVICE DESK

ATTN: SAM.GOV REGISTRATION PROCESSING

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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Completion of the required FAR 52.212-3 Alt. I, Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items is required. When you complete your SAM registration, the link to complete your Reps and Certs is also available.

Please do not hesitate to contact me or the SAM web site if you need assistance or have questions.

In accordance with FAR 52.229.3, State and Local Taxes, and per Title 4 of the US Code 104-107, the Government is exempt from paying local and state taxes. Exempt Tax Identification Number 91-0828090.

General Contract Information:

Delivery Date________________________________________________

Offeror’s Name (Printed) _________________________________________

Offeror’s Contact Telephone Number_______________________________

Offeror’s Email Address___________________________________________

Federal Tax Identification No. ____________________________________________

CAGE Code __________________ DUNS No. ______________________________

Is your company registered on-line in SAM (www.sam.gov)? YES NO

To ensure receipt of your quote, please send to the attention of Ruth Johnson at:

Email: ruth.a.johnson@usace.army.mil

ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS – COMMERCIAL ITEMS

Submission of Price Quote – Contractor shall submit the following in 1 copy:

1. Signed and dated Standard Form 1449 (Solicitation / Contract / Order for Commercial Items).

2. Signed and dated Standard Form 30, if applicable, for any Amendments to the Solicitation

3. Completed schedule (pricing information) for all line items listed in the solicitation / amendments.

4. Completed Clause 52.212-3 and Alt I, “Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Item’s” As noted above.

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

DWORSHAK NUTRIENT PROGRAM CONSULTANT SERVICES

(Dworshak Reservoir Nutrient Enhancement Project)

PART 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 General. This is a non-personal services contract to provide Consultation Services for the Reservoir Nutrient Enhancement Project at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Dworshak Dam & Reservoir, Ahsahka, Idaho (Government). The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over the Contractor’s employees performing the services herein. The Contractor’s employees shall be accountable solely to the Contractor, who in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.2 Background. Dworshak Reservoir is located on the North Fork Clearwater River near Ahsahka, Idaho, held by Dworshak Dam, a multifunction hydroelectric power plant. The Reservoir is approximately 600 feet at its deepest and extends approximately 55 miles upstream of the dam. In 2016 the Government completed a 5-year pilot program providing nutrient supplementation to Dworshak Reservoir, to enhance the productivity of the aquatic environment of both the Reservoir and tributaries, by the application of liquid fertilizer to replace depleted nutrients.

Results from the pilot study indicated positive trends in aquatic health and productivity, and the Government intends to continue the program forward. Application of liquid fertilizer is performed weekly between May 1 and September 30 each calendar year.

1.3 Scope. The Contractor shall provide assistance to the Government in managing the continuing Reservoir Nutrient Enhancement Project. Required activities include, but are not limited to:

Reviewing historic data and in-season water quality data Providing initial fertilization prescription tables, and updating when necessary Recommending improvements to application plans, processes, and recordkeeping Securing laboratory testing for water chemistry, biological analysis, and blue-green algae samples (new this iteration) Preparing an annual report summarizing the supplementation efforts and results of each application season Attending and presenting at various meetings Ensuring all operations that are contractor responsibilities are in accordance with EPA NPDES Permit No.

ID-0028444 (Attachment 1).

See Part 2, Specific Tasks for a detailed description of these requirements.

1.4 Place of Performance. The work will generally be performed at the Contractor’s own facilities. The Contractor will be required to attend meetings in Lewiston, Orofino, and Ahsahka, Idaho, and shall effect performance of water quality testing on and around the Northfork Clearwater River.

1.5 Period of Performance. The period of performance shall be for one base period of up to 12 months and four 12-month option periods. The performance periods are as follows:

Base Period April 7, 2022 – April 6, 2023 Option 1 April 7, 2023 – April 6, 2024 Option 2 April 7, 2024 – April 6, 2025 Option 3 April 7, 2025 – April 6, 2026 Option 4 April 7, 2026 – April 6, 2027

1.6 Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program. The Contractor must pre-screen Candidates using the E-verify Program (https://www.e-verify.gov/) website to meet the established employment eligibility requirements.

The Vendor must ensure that the Candidate has two valid forms of Government issued identification prior to enrollment to ensure the correct information is entered into the E-verify system. An initial list of verified/eligible Candidates must be provided to the COR no later than 30 business days after the initial contract award.

PART 2 – SPECIFIC TASKS

2.1 Initial Dworshak Reservoir Fertilization Schedule (aka Prescription Table)

The Contractor shall review available historic data, including the previous year’s annual report “Dworshak Reservoir Nutrient Enhancement Project: Progress Report and Data Summary,” and any draft data collected by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) for the previous season(s), as well as the latest water quality monitoring data, current reservoir conditions, and the initial Dworshak Reservoir Fertilization Schedule prepared at the end of the previous season. The Contractor shall update the initial Dworshak Reservoir Fertilization Schedule, as needed, for the three application zones (see Attachment 2) for weekly fertilizer applications to be performed between May 1 and September 30 (see sample in Attachment 3), to specify application rates needed to obtain a balanced nutrient loading (Nitrogen:Phosphorus ratio) in the Reservoir. The initial Prescription Table shall be delivered to the Government not later than April 20, or within two weeks of receipt of data for review, whichever is later.

2.2 Season Kickoff Meeting

The Contractor shall meet at Dworshak Project for the first scheduled Reservoir fertilizer application to:

Review fertilizer application techniques and equipment with project personnel Review the project application plan and provide comments and recommendations for improving the plan Provide technical assistance to project personnel in setting up and calibrating equipment and applying the fertilizer correctly over the length of the Reservoir (per the updated Dworshak Reservoir Fertilization Schedule), and

Review the recordkeeping systems and make recommendations as needed for correct documentation of fertilizer applications and water quality data.*

*The recordkeeping system tracks the amount and type of fertilizer applied to each section of the reservoir by each application and water quality data obtained from the monitoring program. This information will also be utilized by the contractor for annual reporting.

2.3 Water Quality Monitoring (Limnologic Data)

2.3.1 Program. The Dworshak Reservoir Nutrient Enhancement Project has shown great potential to improve the ecological function of the reservoir. Consistent collection and analysis of limnologic data is essential to the continued success of the program. The water quality monitoring program includes monitoring parameters such as:

light penetration; temperature; dissolved oxygen levels; nutrient concentrations; bacteria, phytoplankton, and zooplankton communities; and overall reservoir productivity. The objective is to obtain quality analytical results at the lowest possible detection limits to update the water-quality database and enhance the prescription.

2.3.2 Water Testing Laboratories. The Contractor shall identify qualifying water testing laboratories to provide necessary water chemistry, biologic analysis, and blue-green algae testing services. The Contractor shall receive and analyze test results, ensure the data and analysis is provided to USACE, as well as coordinate payments to the contract laboratory. Specific laboratory and analysis requirements are detailed in Attachment 4 Dworshak Nutrient Enhancement Program – Water Quality Analysis. Requirements in Attachment 4 are contractually binding.

2.3.3 Water Sample Collection. Idaho Department of Fish & Game (IDFG) is working in partnership with the Corps of Engineers on the Reservoir Nutrient Supplementation Program. Under this partnership, IDFG will collect field data and water samples. Samples will be shipped directly to the contract laboratory as identified in accordance with paragraph 2.3.2 above.

2.3.3.1 Monthly Samples. IDFG will collect water samples for chemical and biological analysis from seven monitoring sites (six sites on the Reservoir, and one below Dworshak Dam) once per month (over a two-day period) from April through November, for a total of eight sampling events (reference Attachment 4).

2.3.3.2 “Grab” Samples. In the event a blue-green algae bloom is observed, personnel from IDFG or USACE will collect field data and water sample sets from anywhere on the Dworshak Reservoir for biologic and toxin analysis. Under this contract, up to five samples for each analysis may be collected for analysis. In accordance with NPDES Permit ID-0028444, all grab samples shall be expedited, with a turn-around time of no more than 24 hours.

Note: If Blue-Green Algae blooms do not appear, no samples will be sent for analysis. The Government makes no guarantee, express or implied, that any B-G Algae tests will be requested, and the Government reserves the right to increase the number of tests required via contract modification at the same price quoted in the base contract.

2.4 In-Season Data Review and Fertilization Prescription Table Updates

The Contractor shall review water quality monitoring data and other Reservoir data provided by IDFG and USACE (such as elevation projections) to determine whether there are any imbalances in the water quality parameters that may warrant changes in the Fertilization Prescription Tables or additional action by the Government is recommended. The Contractor shall notify the Government within three working days of receipt of test results whether adjustments to the Dworshak Reservoir Fertilization Schedule rates are needed or provide other recommendations to balance the nutrient levels in the reservoir.

2.5 Annual Report

The Contractor shall prepare a report for the Government covering the application year. The report shall be similar in content and complexity to existing annual reports and shall include:

Details of each fertilizer application Results from monthly water quality monitoring Summary of in-season recommendations made by the Contractor A comparison of the year’s water quality and aquatic ecology parameters to pre-enhancement and previous years’ program data Contractor’s recommendations for fertilizer applications or monitoring activities for the subsequent application year.

Updated Dworshak Reservoir Fertilization Schedule for the subsequent season. (separate document, due not later than 31 March/End of Period of Performance)

The Contractor shall provide electronic copies of a draft report to the Government not later than January 31 each performance period, for a 15-day review. The Contractor shall incorporate the Government’s comments into the final report and shall provide six printed copies and a compact disk containing the electronic copy of the final report in PDF format not later than February 28 of the performance period.

2.6 Program Summary Meeting

The Corps and IDFG will host a meeting in Lewiston, Idaho, inviting other state and Federal agencies to review the results of the application year. This meeting will normally be held between late-February and mid-April each year.

The Contractor shall attend this meeting and provide a summary presentation of the Nutrient Supplementation Program. At a minimum, this presentation shall summarize:

Fertilizer applications for all years to date of the program Results from the water quality monitoring program, and Changes to primary production in the reservoir compared to pre-enhancement and previous program data.

PART 3 - EXHIBITS & ATTACHMENTS

Technical Exhibit 1 – Performance Requirements Summary Technical Exhibit 2 – Deliverables Schedule

Attachment 1 – EPA NPDES Permit ID-0028444 Attachment 2 – Reservoir Fertilizer Application Zones Attachment 3 – Sample Reservoir Fertilizer Schedule Attachment 4 – Water Quality Analysis Program

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT 1

DWORSHAK NUTRIENT PROGRAM CONSULTANT

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

The Contractor service requirements are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to mission essential items. The performance threshold briefly describes the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. These thresholds are critical to mission success.

Performance Objective Standard AQL

Surveillance Method

Initial Data Review and Prescription Table

(PWS 2.1)

Initial application table provided to Government not later than April 20 or within two weeks of receipt of data.

95% Contractor

Report

Season Kickoff Meeting

(PWS 2.2)

Meeting held with Project crews on first day of application for the season, including review of project application plan, technical assistance and inspection of equipment, and review of recordkeeping system

100% 100% Inspection

Water Quality Monitoring – Chemistry/Biologic (PWS 2.3, Attachment 4)

Contract laboratories return accurate results of water sample testing to Contractor, IDFG, and USACE within sufficient time for adjustments to be made for subsequent applications.

95% Contractor

Report

Water Quality Monitoring – Blue-green Algae Detect/Toxin (PSW 2.3, Attachment 4)

Contract laboratories expedite testing and return of results, per EPD NPDES Permit ID-0028444 (24-hour turnaround)

100% Contractor

Report

Water Quality Monitoring (PWS 2.3, Attachment 4)

Lab Reports include QA/QC review for laboratory procedure blanks (LPB), laboratory control samples (LCS) and lab matrix spike duplicates (MS/D). Chain of Custody documentation complete for each set of samples.

95% Contractor

Report

Prescription Updates (PWS 2.3) Monthly prescription changes and notifications of condition concerns are provided within three business days of receipt of water quality data.

95% Contractor

Report

Annual Report (PWS 2.5)

Electronic copies of draft report are provided not later than 31 January; hardcopies and electronic copy of final report delivered not later than 28 February, with Government comments incorporated

95% Contractor

Report

Program Summary Meeting

(PWS 2.6)

Contractor attended and presented at a multi-agency information meeting, summarizing the fertilizer application of tall years to date, results of water quality monitoring program, and changes to primary production in the reservoir compared to pre-enhancement and previous program data.

100% 100% Inspection

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT 2

DWORSHAK NUTRIENT PROGRAM CONSULTANT

DELIVERABLES

Deliverable Frequency/Due Date # of

Copies Medium/Format Submit

To

E-Verify Documentation (PWS 1.6) Once, within 30 days of contract award 1 each Electronic ok COR

Revised Initial Fertilization Schedule

(PWS 2.1)

Annually, by April 20 or within two weeks of receipt of historical data

2 each Electronic preferred

COR/

TPOC

Water Quality Monitoring Reports

(PWS 2.3)

Within three business days of receipt of test results

3 each Electronic preferred

COR/

TPOC/

IDFG

In-Season Prescription Updates or Operation Change Recommendations

(PWS 2.4)

Within three business days of receipt of Water Quality Monitoring data

2 each Electronic preferred

COR/

TPOC

Draft Annual Report (2.5) Annually, by January 31 2 each Electronic

COR/

TPOC

Final Annual Report (2.5) Annually, by February 28 6 each 1 each

Hardcopy Electronic on CD

TPOC

Initial Fertilization Schedule for Subsequent Season (PWS 2.5)

Annually, as scheduled between the participating agencies, usually Mar-Apr

1 each Electronic preferred

COR/

TPOC

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT FOR VETS

Equal Opportunities for Veterans. In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Part 22.13, FAR Provision 52.222-38, FAR Clause 52.222-37, DFARS 222.13 and Department of Labor regulations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contractors and subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive applies to the solicitation or performance under the resultant contract, USACE contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist USACE contractors in their outreach efforts:

Federal Veteran employment information at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx, Department of Labor Veterans Employment Assistance http://dol.gov/vets/, Department of Veterans Affairs-VOW to Hire Heros Act http://benefits.va.gov/vow/, Army Wounded Warrior Program - www.wwpusa.org/ U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation-Hiring Our Heros http://www.uschamberfoundation.org/hiring-our-heroes, Guide to Hiring Veterans – Reference Material Employer Guide to Hiring Veterans (dol.gov)

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job Initial Analysis, Prescription

FFP

and Kick-off meeting (Apr). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2022 through April 6, 2023 FOB: Destination

PSC CD: R499

NET AMT

0002 7 Months Monitoring and Updates

FFP

In season (May-Nov). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2022 through April 6, 2023

0003 1 Job Annual Report

FFP

(Feb) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2022 through April 6, 2023

0004 1 Job Interagency Summary Meeting

FFP

(Mar) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2022 through April 6, 2023

0005 8 Set Limnologic Sample Testing

FFP

(Apr-Nov) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement and Attachment

4. A set includes all the Chemistry and Biologic Analysis indicated for one month's sampling period. Period of Performance: April 6, 2022 through April 7, 0006 5 Each Blue-Green Algae Detection

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2022 through April 6, 2023

0007 5 Each Blue-Green Algae Toxin Analysis

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2022 through April 6, 2023

1001 1 Job OPTION Initial Analysis, Prescription

FFP

and Kick-off meeting (Apr). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2023 through April 6, 2024

1002 7 Months OPTION Monitoring and Updates

FFP

In season (May-Nov). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2023 through April 6, 2024

1003 1 Job OPTION Annual Report

FFP

(Feb) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2023 through April 6, 2024

1004 1 Job OPTION Interagency Summary Meeting

FFP

(Mar) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2023 through April 6, 2024

1005 8 Set OPTION Limnologic Sample Testing

FFP

(Apr-Nov) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement and Attachment

4. Period of Performance: April 7, 2023 through April 6, 2024. A set includes all the Chemistry and Biologic Analysis indicated for one month's sampling period.

1006 5 Each OPTION Blue-Green Algae Detection

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests. Period of Performance: April 7, 2023 through April 6, 2024

1007 5 Each OPTION Blue-Green Algae Toxin Analysis

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2023 through April 6, 2024

2001 1 Job OPTION Initial Analysis, Prescription

FFP

and Kick-off meeting (Apr). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2024 through April 6, 2025

2002 7 Months OPTION Monitoring and Updates

FFP

In season (May-Nov). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2024 through April 6, 2025

2003 1 Job OPTION Annual Report

FFP

(Feb) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2024 through April 6, 2025

2004 1 Job OPTION Interagency Summary Meeting

FFP

(Mar) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2024 through April 6, 2025

2005 8 Set OPTION Limnologic Sample Testing

FFP

(Apr-Nov) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement and Attachment

4. Period of Performance: April 7, 2024 through April 6, 2025. A set includes all the Chemistry and Biologic Analysis indicated for one month's sampling period.

2006 5 Each OPTION Blue-Green Algae Detection

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2024 through April 6, 2025

2007 5 Each OPTION Blue-Green Algae Toxin Analysis

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2024 through April 6, 2025

3001 1 Job OPTION Intial Analysis, Prescription

FFP

and Kick-off meeting (Apr). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2025 through April 6, 2026

3002 7 Months OPTION Monitoring and Updates

FFP

In season (May-Nov). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2025 through April 6, 2026

3003 1 Job OPTION Annual Report

FFP

(Feb). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2025 through April 6, 2026

3004 1 Job OPTION Interagency Summary Meeting

FFP

(Mar) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2025 through April 6, 2026

3005 8 Set OPTION Limnologic Sample Testing

FFP

(Apr-Nov) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement and Attachment 4.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2025 through April 6, 2026. A set includes all the Chemistry and Biologic Analysis indicated for one month's sampling period.

3006 5 Each OPTION Blue-Green Algae Detection

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2025 through April 6, 2026

3007 5 Each OPTION Blue-Green Algae Toxin Analysis

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2025 through April 6, 2026

4001 1 Job OPTION Intial Analysis, Prescription

FFP

and Kick-off meeting (Apr). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2026 through April 6, 2027

4002 7 Months OPTION Monitoring and Updates

FFP

In season (May-Nov). In accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2026 through April 6, 2027

4003 1 Job OPTION Annual Report

FFP

(Feb) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2026 through April 6, 2027

4004 1 Job OPTION Interagency Summary Meeting

FFP

(May) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Period of Performance: April 7, 2026 through April 6, 2027

4005 8 Set OPTION Limnologic Sample Testing

FFP

(apr-Nov) In accordance with the Performance Work Statement and Attachment 4.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2026 through April 6, 2027. A set includes all the Chemistry and Biologic Analysis indicated for one month's sampling period.

4006 5 Each OPTION Blue Green Algae Detection

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2026 through April 6, 2027

4007 5 Each OPTION Blue-Green Toxin Analysis

FFP

In accordance with the Performance Work Statement. Not to exceed 5 tests.

Period of Performance: April 7, 2026 through April 6, 2027

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS

Supplies/services will be inspected/accepted at:

CLIN INSPECT AT INSPECT BY ACCEPT AT ACCEPT BY

0001 Destination Government Destination Government 0002 Destination Government Destination Government 0003 Destination Government Destination Government 0004 Destination Government Destination Government 0005 Destination Government Destination Government 0006 Destination Government Destination Government 0007 Destination Government Destination Government 1001 Destination Government Destination Government 1002 Destination Government Destination Government 1003 Destination Government Destination Government 1004 Destination Government Destination Government 1005 Destination Government Destination Government 1006 Destination Government Destination Government 1007 Destination Government Destination Government 2001 Destination Government Destination Government 2002 Destination Government Destination Government 2003 Destination Government Destination Government 2004 Destination Government Destination Government 2005 Destination Government Destination Government 2006 Destination Government Destination Government 2007 Destination Government Destination Government 3001 Destination Government Destination Government 3002 Destination Government Destination Government 3003 Destination Government Destination Government 3004 Destination Government Destination Government 3005 Destination Government Destination Government 3006 Destination Government Destination Government

3007 Destination Government Destination Government 4001 Destination Government Destination Government 4002 Destination Government Destination Government 4003 Destination Government Destination Government 4004 Destination Government Destination Government 4005 Destination Government Destination Government 4006 Destination Government Destination Government 4007 Destination Government Destination Government

DELIVERY INFORMATION

CLIN DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS DODAAC /

CAGE

0001 POP 07-APR-2022 TO

06-APR-2023

N/A ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST

DWORSHAK PROJECT OFFICE

1428 NORTHFORK DRIVE

AHSAHKA ID 83520-0048

960201

0002 POP 07-APR-2022 TO

06-APR-2023

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0003 POP 07-APR-2022 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0004 POP 07-APR-2022 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0005 POP 07-APR-2022 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0006 POP 07-APR-2022 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0007 POP 07-APR-2022 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

1001 POP 07-APR-2023 TO

06-APR-2024

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

1002 POP 07-APR-2023 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

1003 POP 07-APR-2023 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

1004 POP 07-APR-2023 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

1005 POP 07-APR-2023 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

1006 POP 07-APR-2023 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

1007 POP 07-APR-2023 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

2001 POP 07-APR-2024 TO

06-APR-2025

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

2002 POP 07-APR-2024 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

2003 POP 07-APR-2024 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

2004 POP 07-APR-2024 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

2005 POP 07-APR-2024 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

2006 POP 07-APR-2024 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

2007 POP 07-APR-2024 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

3001 POP 07-APR-2025 TO

06-APR-2026

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

3002 POP 07-APR-2025 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

3003 POP 07-APR-2025 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

3004 POP 07-APR-2025 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

3005 POP 07-APR-2025 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

3006 POP 07-APR-2025 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

3007 POP 07-APR-2025 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

4001 POP 07-APR-2026 TO

06-APR-2027

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

4002 POP 07-APR-2026 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

4003 POP 07-APR-2026 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

4004 POP 07-APR-2026 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

4005 POP 07-APR-2026 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

4006 POP 07-APR-2026 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

4007 POP 07-APR-2026 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.203-3 Gratuities APR 1984 52.203-12 Limitation On Payments To Influence Certain Federal

Transactions

JUN 2020

52.203-16 Preventing Personal Conflicts of Interest JUN 2020 52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights and Requirement

To Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights

JUN 2020

52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Postconsumer Fiber Content Paper

MAY 2011

52.204-7 System for Award Management OCT 2018 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance OCT 2018 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting AUG 2020 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance AUG 2020 52.204-21 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information

Systems

DEC 2021

52.204-22 Alternative Line Item Proposal JAN 2017 52.204-23 Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and

Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities

DEC 2021

52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment

DEC 2021

52.204-26 Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services-- Representation.

OCT 2020

52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations

NOV 2015

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Products and Commercial Services

DEC 2021

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Products and Commercial Services

DEC 2021

52.217-5 Evaluation Of Options JUL 1990 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information MAY 2011 52.223-10 Waste Reduction Program MAY 2011 52.232-18 Availability Of Funds APR 1984

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors

DEC 2021

52.237-3 Continuity Of Services JAN 1991 52.242-13 Bankruptcy JUL 1995 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms JAN 1991 252.201-7000 Contracting Officer's Representative DEC 1991 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

SEP 2011

252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights SEP 2013 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

NOV 2011

252.204-7003 Control Of Government Personnel Work Product APR 1992 252.204-7008 Compliance With Safeguarding Covered Defense Information

Controls

OCT 2016

252.204-7009 Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information

OCT 2016

252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting

DEC 2019

252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support

MAY 2016

252.204-7016 Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services -- Representation

DEC 2019

252.204-7017 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services -- Representation

MAY 2021

252.204-7018 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services

JAN 2021

252.204-7019 Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements NOV 2020 252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements NOV 2020 252.204-7021 Contractor Compliance with the Cybersecurity Maturity

Model Certification Level Requirement

NOV 2020

252.209-7004 Subcontracting With Firms That Are Owned or Controlled By The Government of a Country that is a State Sponsor of Terrorism

MAY 2019

252.225-7001 Buy American And Balance Of Payments Program-- Basic DEC 2017 252.225-7002 Qualifying Country Sources As Subcontractors DEC 2017 252.225-7048 Export-Controlled Items JUN 2013 252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments DEC 2006 252.237-7010 Prohibition on Interrogation of Detainees by Contractor

Personnel

JUN 2013

252.237-7023 Continuation of Essential Contractor Services OCT 2010 252.237-7024 Notice of Continuation of Essential Contractor Services. OCT 2010 252.243-7001 Pricing Of Contract Modifications DEC 1991 252.243-7002 Requests for Equitable Adjustment DEC 2012

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

52.209-2 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH INVERTED DOMESTIC CORPORATIONS--

REPRESENTATION (NOV 2015)

(a) Definitions. Inverted domestic corporation and subsidiary have the meaning given in the clause of this contract entitled Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (52.209-10).

(b) Government agencies are not permitted to use appropriated (or otherwise made available) funds for contracts with either an inverted domestic corporation, or a subsidiary of an inverted domestic corporation, unless the exception at 9.108-2(b) applies or the requirement is waived in accordance with the procedures at 9.108-4.

(c) Representation. The Offeror represents that--

(1) It [ ___ ] is, [ ___ ] is not an inverted domestic corporation; and

(2) It [ ___ ] is, [ ___ ] is not a subsidiary of an inverted domestic corporation.

(End of provision)

52.209-11 REPRESENTATION BY CORPORATIONS REGARDING DELINQUENT TAX LIABILITY OR A

FELONY CONVICTION UNDER ANY FEDERAL LAW (FEB 2016)

(a) As required by sections 744 and 745 of Division E of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235), and similar provisions, if contained in subsequent appropriations acts, the Government will not enter into a contract with any corporation that--

(1) Has any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability, where the awarding agency is aware of the unpaid tax liability, unless an agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and made a determination that suspension or debarment is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government; or

(2) Was convicted of a felony criminal violation under any Federal law within the preceding 24 months, where the awarding agency is aware of the conviction, unless an agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and made a determination that this action is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government.

(b) The Offeror represents that--

(1) It is [ ] is not [ ] a corporation that has any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability; and

(2) It is [ ] is not [ ] a corporation that was convicted of a felony criminal violation under a Federal law within the preceding 24 months.

52.212-2 EVALUATION--COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021)

(a) The Government will award a contract(s) to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the requirements in the solicitation and provides the best value to the Government. Award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated price of proposals meeting or exceeding the acceptability standards for non-cost factors. The following non-cost factors shall be used to evaluate all offers.

Factor 1. Technical Capability and Experience

a. Technical Capability. Provide documentation of personnel qualifications demonstrating Contractor key personnel or principal investigator: 1) holds at least a bachelor’s degree in limnology, fishery biology, or related a closely related field; and 2) has a minimum of five years of experience analyzing water quality data and bacterial, phytoplankton, and zooplankton population trend data.

b. Technical Experience. Provide documentation of recent (within the past five years) experience demonstrating Contractor key personnel or principal investigator has performed successfully on at least three nutrient supplementation programs using liquid fertilizers in large lakes of at least 1,000 acres in the Pacific Northwest, with an emphasis on increasing productivity or population levels of kokanee or sockeye salmon. Address the type of work performed, agency or firm for which work was done, locations, problems encountered and resolutions, and project results/success.

Evaluation Standard for Factor 1 shall use the following:

Rating Description

Acceptable Proposal clearly meets the minimum requirements of the solicitation.

Unacceptable Proposal does not clearly meet the minimum requirements of the solicitation.

Factor 2. Past Performance

Provide a minimum three recent references (within the past five years) for verification of past performance of similar type requirements. Please include address, email address and telephone number of references.

Fill out Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) included in the Solcitiation.

The Government may review any other sources of information for evaluating past performance. Other sources may include, but are not limited to, past performance information retrieved through the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS), including Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), using all CAGE/DUNS numbers of team members (partnership, joint venture, teaming arrangement, or parent company/subsidiary/affiliate) identified in the offeror’s proposal, inquiries of owner representative(s), Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System (FAPIIS), Electronic Subcontract Reporting System (eSRS), and any other known sources not provided by the offeror.

Evaluation Standard for Factor 2 will be evaluated according to the following scale:

Rating Description

Acceptable Based on the offeror’s performance record, the Government has a reasonable expectation that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort, or the offeror’s performance record is unknown (see note below).

Unacceptable Based on the offeror’s performance record, the Government does not have a reasonable expectation that the offeror will be able to successfully perform the required effort.

In the case of an offeror without a record of relevant past performance or for whom information on past performance is not available or so sparse that no meaningful past performance rating can be reasonably assigned, the offeror may not be evaluated favorably or unfavorably on past performance (see FAR 15.305 (a)(2)(iv)). Therefore, the offeror shall be determined to have unknown (or "neutral") past performance. In the context of acceptability/unacceptability, a neutral rating shall be considered "acceptable."

Factor 3. Quote Price Quotes will be reviewed for technical acceptability based upon Factors 1 and 2.

(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 option(s).

(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.

52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS--COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021) ALTERNATE I (OCT 2014)

The Offeror shall complete only paragraph (b) of this provision if the Offeror has completed the annual representations and certification electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) accessed through https://www.sam.gov. If the Offeror has not completed the annual representations and certifications electronically, the Offeror shall complete only paragraphs (c) through (v) of this provision.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision--

"Covered telecommunications equipment or services" has the meaning provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

"Economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB) concern" means a small business concern that is at least 51 percent directly and unconditionally owned by, and the management and daily business operations of which are controlled by, one or more women who are citizens of the United States and who are economically disadvantaged in accordance with 13 CFR part 127. It automatically qualifies as a women-owned small business eligible under the WOSB Program.

"Forced or indentured child labor" means all work or service—

(1) Exacted from any person under the age of 18 under the menace of any penalty for its nonperformance and for which the worker does not offer himself voluntarily; or

(2) Performed by any person under the age of 18 pursuant to a contract the enforcement of which can be accomplished by process or penalties.

"Highest-level owner" means the entity that owns or…