2024 ipmt aerial

2024 IPMT AERIAL

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item prepared in accordance with the format outlined in FAR Subpart 12, FAC 2005-87 and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The resultant purchase order will be awarded using simplified acquisition procedures in accordance with FAR 13. This is a small business set aside in accordance with FAR 19. The National Park Service, Contracting Operations (ConOps) East, has a requirement to provide Invasive Plant Management Treatment to Big Cypress Nature Preserve. The contractor will be responsible for 1.) Grid survey the entire contract areas for presence of Melaleuca and Lygodium 2) Visually inspect each 250m grid for the presence of Melaleuca and/or Lygodium. 3.) Aerially treat all Melaleuca and Lygodium observed using a combination of boom or spot-spray techniques. 4.) Objective 1, 2 and 3 can be performed in one pass.

This procurement will be 100% set-aside for Small Businesses. The NAICS code is 541620, Environmental Consulting Services. The small business standard is $19M. Product Service code: R499, Support-Professional. All interested offers MUST have an active vendor record in SAM.gov, be a small business under the identified NAICS code and NOT have any exclusions such as a delinquent federal debt or debarment.

The solicitation number assigned to this requirement is 140P5124Q0037. The solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).

The Government intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price Contract to the firm that provides the best value without
discussions in accordance with FAR 13.106-2. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which if timely received, shall be considered by the Agency. Companies must have valid UEI number and be registered with System for Award Management (www.sam.gov). SAM.gov offers free services. An offeror must ensure that they are self-certified under NAICS Code 541620 in the Representations and Certifications portion of SAM.gov.

QUESTIONS: Email any questions to celinda_hicks@nps.gov by 1700 (EST) on 16 July 2024 to be considered. Answers to questions will be posted in the same manner as this notice. It is the Offerors' responsibility to check for updated information. No oral or late questions will be accepted. The closing date and time for receipt of quotes is Wednesday, 24 July 2024 at 12pm (EDT) via email to celinda_hicks@nps.gov.