USGS Northwest Climate Centers Coordination

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Office of Acquisitions and Grants is seeking a contractor to coordinate activities between five Northwest climate centers through a Request for Quotes (RFQ). The contract will involve facilitating monthly meetings, developing sustainable business models for a recurring Northwest Climate Conference, and supporting NW CASC Advisory Committee meetings. Qualified vendors must demonstrate experience working with at least four of the five climate centers, proven success in negotiating consensus among regional federal and state agencies, and detailed knowledge of climate adaptation science. The evaluation will be conducted using a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) approach, with quotes due by 12:00 PM EST on December 13, 2024. All questions from potential vendors must be submitted by December 11, 2024, via email to mblankenship@usgs.gov.

The solicitation is designated as a total small business set-aside with a base year and two one-year option periods anticipated to run through January 2027. Travel costs are limited to $1,500 annually, and work will be performed via video calls or in-person meetings across Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Vendors must have a valid Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to submit quotes. The contract falls under the NAICS category 541990 for All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services, with a Product Service Code (PSC) of R707 for Support Management: Contract/Procurement/Acquisition Support. While specific award value details are not disclosed, the scope suggests a focused, collaborative effort to enhance climate adaptation coordination in the Northwest region.