Request for Information/Sources Sought 44013416-BE

The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is seeking a contractor to plan and execute an expert elicitation workshop focused on behavioral responses of North Atlantic right whales. The primary objective is to improve a bioenergetics model by convening subject matter experts to examine underwater noise impacts, marine mammal hearing, and whale behavioral responses. Key contract requirements include developing a comprehensive project management plan, coordinating virtual and potentially in-person workshop logistics, preparing expert materials, and producing detailed summary reports. Vendors must submit responses to bradford.kelly@bsee.gov by April 4, 2025, at 1700 ED, and include specific company information such as SAM.gov UEI number, business size, and NAICS code. This Request for Information (RFI) is part of market research under FAR Part 10 and does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract, but BOEM may conduct virtual one-on-one exchanges with responding vendors to clarify their capabilities.

The solicitation is not designated as a small business set-aside and falls under the Environmental Consulting Services (NAICS 541620) category. The period of performance is scheduled from June 27, 2025, to September 30, 2027, with delivery specified as FOB Destination. While no specific award value is disclosed, the contract will involve coordinating workshops with BOEM and NOAA Fisheries, requiring the selected contractor to invite experts from previous studies and update the existing bioenergetics model. The primary place of performance will be at BOEM-HQ in Sterling, Virginia, with a mix of virtual and potentially one in-person workshop. The point of contact is Bradford Kelly, who can be reached at 703-787-1149, and vendors are expected to provide a comprehensive workshop report documenting the expert elicitation process and findings.