BIA, Class III Archaeological Surveys

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; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The solicitation number for this procurement is 140A0321Q0021 and is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Southern Plain Regional Office intends to award a firm-fixed price contract in response to this Request for Quote (RFQ).

The solicitation documents and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2021-06 dated July 12, 2021.

This solicitation is an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside. Under the Buy Indian Act, 25 U.S.C. 47, offers are solicited only from Indian Economic Enterprises (Subpart 1480.8) that are also small business concerns. Any acquisition resulting from this solicitation will be from such a concern. Offers received from enterprises that are not both Indian economic enterprises and small business concerns will not be considered and will be rejected. As part of your quote, you must complete and return the Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form (DIAR Clause 1452.280-4 (see attached)). The associated North American Industry Classification System code (NAICS) is 541620, Environmental Consulting Services and the size standard is $16.5 Mil.

All questions shall be submitted via email to Margie M. Tahdooahnippah at margie.tahdooahnippah@bia.gov. Please reference solicitation number 140A0321Q0021 in the subject line of the email. All questions shall be submitted by Tuesday, August 24, 2021 by 5:00 CDT. Offers are due on Friday, 10 September 2021 at 5:00 pm (CDT). Quotes may be sent via email to Margie.tahdooahnippah@bia.gov. Quotes shall be good for 60 calendar days after close of RFQ.

QUOTE SUBMISSION INFORMATION: Quote must be submitted in accordance with the RFQ. Failure to submit the aforementioned information correctly shall make your offer non-responsive, and will shall not receive consideration for award:

Section One: SF-1449, Sections 17a, 23, 24, 30a, 30b, and 30c shall be completed with price stated on page 2 (include DUNS number).
Section Two: Qualifications and/or Summary of technical capability in accordance with 52.212-2(a)(i)(1).
Section Three: Cost Proposal with schedule of values
Section Four: Past performance contact information for minimum of three references for which work was conducted which was similar in scope, magnitude and complexity to the requirements described in this solicitation:
i. Company Name
ii. Company Address
iii. Company Point of Contact Name
iv. Contact Phone Number and E-mail Address
v. Description of Services/Price
vi. Period of Performance
vii. If applicable, explanation of any problems or delays encountered.
Section Five: Completed Indian Owned Economic Enterprise Representation (attached)
Section Six: Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment Provisions shall be completed (attached)

Offerors should check www.sam.gov often for any solicitation amendments.

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov. Registration must be "ACTIVE" at the time of award.