Department of Natural Resources, Black Canyon Easement Survey

The Utah Department of Natural Resources initiated a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for a specialized surveying project located south of Antimony, Utah, focusing on flagging three corner points on the UDWR Black Canyon Easement. The solicitation, identified as Number KI22-54, seeks a contractor with expertise in earth science services and land surveying to complete precise geographic demarcation. Specific deliverables include identifying and marking three distinct corner points within the easement area, requiring advanced surveying skills and technical precision. The procurement was conducted under Utah state procurement guidelines, with a strict timeline for submission between May 4, 2022, and May 11, 2022. Proposals were to be submitted by 2:00 PM MDT on the closing date, with vendors required to demonstrate responsiveness through various certifications, including documentation of current licensing, compliance with state regulations, and verification of non-debarment status. The evaluation criteria emphasized lowest-cost responsibility, with a clear mandate for detailed and accurate vendor submissions.

The solicitation did not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Peterson Engineering was ultimately awarded the contract, suggesting the project was open to qualified surveying firms meeting the state's professional standards. While no specific budget range was detailed in the available documentation, the procurement fell under commodity code 81150 for earth science services. The contract's contact was Kim Clausing, reachable via kclausing@utah.gov, who managed vendor communications and procurement processes. No information was provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requiring integration. The procurement was conducted in US Dollars, and vendors were required to carefully review all solicitation documents and adhere to precise submission procedures to be considered for the contract.