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Statement of Work (SOW)

IMPLAN Software Subscription BLM New Mexico State Office Date: July 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), is responsible for sustaining the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations (www.blm.gov).

The BLM New Mexico State Office currently holds one (1) IMPLAN software user license, which will expire on October 1, 2025, unless renewed. IMPLAN is a proprietary input-output economic modeling platform used to assess the economic impacts of land management decisions, resource extraction, recreation, and conservation activities.

The license is required to support economic analyses mandated under:

• The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),

• Resource Management Plans (RMPs), and

• Other applicable statutory and regulatory obligations.

2. BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION

IMPLAN is a commercial, proprietary software system owned, maintained, and distributed exclusively by IMPLAN Group, LLC. The company has confirmed there are no third-party agents, resellers, or authorized dealers permitted to provide IMPLAN software licenses, maintenance services, or technical support.

This software is essential for the BLM to:

• Conduct regional economic impact analyses.

• Provide data-driven decision-making support for NEPA and RMP processes.

• Fulfill statutory and regulatory requirements for land use planning.

SCOPE

The Contractor shall provide a renewal of one (1) IMPLAN software user license with associated support services. The subscription shall include:

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• Access to the most recent national, regional, and local economic datasets maintained by

IMPLAN;

• Full software functionality for economic modeling and impact analysis;

• Technical support and troubleshooting assistance for BLM staff;

• License validity for a period of 12 months, commencing October 1, 2025.

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

• Base Period: October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026

5. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

This is a subscription-based software service. Access shall be provided electronically for use at the BLM New Mexico State Office and by designated authorized users.

6. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED INFORMATION (GFI)

The Government will provide:

• Identification of authorized BLM user(s) requiring access.

• Coordination with IMPLAN technical support staff for account activation and renewal.

7. DELIVERABLES

The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:

Deliverable Description Due Date

Software License Renewal

Renewal of one (1) user license with access to the IMPLAN software platform and associated datasets.

October 1, 2025

Technical Support Contractor shall provide technical assistance, troubleshooting, and updates as part of the subscription.

Ongoing through license period

Documentation Provide confirmation of license renewal and account activation details.

Within 5 business days of award

8. CONTRACT TYPE

The anticipated contract type is Firm Fixed Price (FFP), consistent with FAR Part 12 – Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services.

9. INVOICING AND PAYMENT

The Contractor shall submit invoices in accordance with FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and Commercial Services. Payment will be made through the Department of the Interior’s approved electronic invoicing system.

10. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

This requirement is for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software and does not involve access to Government facilities, sensitive information, or classified data. No additional security clearances are required.