NCAO Klamath River FAR Compilation Report

The Bureau of Reclamation's Northern California Area Office is seeking professional services to compile a comprehensive Flow Augmentation Releases (FAR) Compilation Report for the Klamath River. The solicitation (140R2025Q0011) requires a detailed analysis of historical data from 2002-2024, focusing on flow management, water temperature, meteorology, water chemistry, and biological monitoring to improve understanding of fish disease dynamics. Quotes are due by February 24, 2025, at 3:00 PM PST and must be submitted via email to steves@usbr.gov. The government will evaluate quotes using a comparative method, assessing technical approach, past performance, prior experience, and price. Key deliverables include developing databases, conducting statistical analyses, hosting workshops with technical experts, and producing a final synthesis report with recommendations.

The contract is 100% set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 541620 with a $19M size standard. The period of performance is 18 months from award, with an option to extend services for up to 6 months. While no specific incumbent contractors are identified, the solicitation is focused on environmental consulting services related to the Klamath River ecosystem. The contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed-price task order, with work centered on analyzing historical data related to salmon populations, water conditions, and flow management strategies. The project draws from extensive documentation including records of past fish kills, tribal reports, and long-term environmental monitoring efforts, with the ultimate goal of informing future water management and fish protection strategies in the Klamath River Basin.