Remediation Services in Village of Napaskiak, AK

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is seeking remediation services for an environmental investigation in the Village of Napaskiak, Alaska, focusing on characterizing and addressing petroleum-related contamination at a former school site. The solicitation (RFQ #140A0525Q0021) requires a contractor to conduct comprehensive environmental assessment, including geotechnical investigations, soil and groundwater sampling, and risk evaluation. Contractors must submit detailed quotes by 9:00 AM Pacific on April 15, 2025, using the lowest price technically acceptable method. The evaluation will assess company information, pricing, technical approach, key personnel qualifications, and past performance references. Quotes must demonstrate compliance with federal provisions and include a detailed plan for identifying and analyzing contaminants at the site.

The contract is exclusively set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), with a performance period from April 28, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The scope of work involves collecting up to 16 soil samples and 12 groundwater samples to determine the extent of contamination, with a focus on diesel range organics, naphthalene, and volatile organic compounds. The project will be conducted in the Village of Napaskiak, Alaska, and requires coordination with local tribal governments and adherence to Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation standards. Contractors will need to prepare comprehensive reports, with draft submissions due 45 days after field work and final reports due 75 days after field work. The ultimate goal is to progress toward a "Cleanup Complete with Institutional Controls" status for the contaminated site, taking into account the challenging permafrost conditions and limited local resources.