NM FISH AND WLDLFE CONSERVE OFC - Prairie Restorat

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is soliciting quotes for prairie restoration and seeding services under Solicitation Number 140FS226Q0043, with quotes due by March 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Standard Time. The work involves native prairie habitat restoration at two locations totaling approximately 26.84 acres, requiring contractors to procure and apply native grass seeds according to USFWS specifications without tilling, with all work completed by March 24, 2026. Key contract requirements include obtaining Altus Air Force Base security access, submitting a detailed work plan with project timeline, performing work between 0600-1800 Monday through Friday during daylight hours, and achieving 95% seed coverage at specified application rates. The Government will award the contract to the responsible offeror whose submittal demonstrates the best value, evaluated through comparative assessment of technical approach, technical experience, past performance, and price. Offerors must submit a completed SF 1449, company information, a technical narrative addressing seeding methodology and ability to meet deliverables, up to three references demonstrating relevant prairie restoration experience, completed representations and certifications, and pricing quotes.

This contract is designated as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside with a 100% small business requirement. The period of performance runs from March 12, 2026, to March 24, 2026, with work to be performed at Altus Air Force Base in Altus, Oklahoma, though the NM Fish and Wildlife Conserve Office in Albuquerque, New Mexico serves as the administrative location. The specific restoration areas include a 21.87-acre West Location and a 4.97-acre 6.4 Acre Location, with contractors required to seed mixed native grass areas at 10 Pure Live Seeds (PLS) pounds per acre and turf grass areas at 43 PLS pounds per acre using a specified 17-species native grass mix. Service Contract Labor Standards apply under Wage Determination WD 2015-5329 (Revision 29) for Oklahoma counties, with fringe benefits of $5.55 per hour and prevailing wage rates established for various occupational classifications. The Government reserves the right to evaluate all options including a potential six-month extension of services under FAR 52.217-8.