Bird Collision Deterrent Film Material and Install

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to purchase and install bird collision deterrent film material on windows at the Headwaters Lodge located in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. The solicitation (RFQ No. 140FS325Q0061) is being conducted as a full and open competition using simplified acquisition procedures, with contractors required to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have no prior contract terminations for fault. Evaluation of offers will be based on three factors: technical capability, past performance, and price, with non-price factors considered significantly more important than price. Potential bidders must submit required documentation including SF18, SF30, and at least three past performance references. Key dates include a Questions and Answers Due Date of May 28, 2025 at 3pm EST and a Quote Due Date of May 30, 2025 at 3pm EST, with a performance period from June 9, 2025 to October 31, 2025.

The solicitation has no specific set-aside designation and falls under the NAICS category 813312 for Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations. The total estimated contract value is $344,966.00, covering the procurement and installation of bird collision deterrent film for 22 windows. The project requires specialized film material with white dot markers promoting window visibility, with a recommended 15-year serviceable life. Contractors must strictly adhere to manufacturer installation guidelines, including specific cleaning, drying, and temperature conditions during film application. The place of performance is the National Conservation Training Center's Headwaters Lodge in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, with the primary objective of reducing bird strikes through specialized window marking techniques. The contracting officer for this solicitation is Merenica Banks, who will oversee all inquiries and submissions.