Geologist Contractor

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Bureau of Geological Survey (BGS) is seeking a qualified geologic contractor to provide technical assistance for mapping and studying the Triassic-Jurassic Gettysburg Basin in Adams County. The primary objective is to advance geologic knowledge of Mesozoic basins in Pennsylvania, with a focus on groundwater resources, environmental concerns, and potential critical mineral resources. The contractor must possess an advanced degree in geology or geological sciences and demonstrate extensive experience with stratigraphy, paleontology, palynology, and geologic mapping in Mesozoic Basins. Specific project deliverables include producing a 1:24,000 geologic map and selected cross-sections using lidar, ground mapping, paleomagnetic polarity checks, and palynology techniques. The contractor will be required to utilize portable XRF and LIBS technologies during the mapping process. The contract period will commence upon receipt of the Purchase Order and terminate on June 30, 2022, with a critical interim deliverable deadline of June 15, 2022 for map production. Bidders must submit their proposals by April 11, 2022.

The contract opportunity includes provisions for small businesses through the Commonwealth's Small Business Procurement Initiative, which encourages small businesses and small diverse businesses to participate. To qualify as a Small Business (SB), a vendor must be a for-profit U.S. business that is independently owned, not dominant in its field, and have no more than 100 full-time employees and $38.5 million in average gross revenues over three years. Small Diverse Businesses (SDB) must first self-certify as a small business and then obtain third-party certification through the Department of General Services' Bureau of Diversity, Inclusion, and Small Business Opportunities. The Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form requires contractors to comply with various state labor and workplace safety laws, with potential contract termination and three-year bidding prohibition for non-compliance. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the contract appears to be a single-award procurement with payment contingent upon satisfactory completion of tasks, and travel expenses will be reimbursed at or below state rates. Interested contractors must carefully review the Statement of Work, Terms and Conditions, and accompanying attachments to ensure full compliance with the solicitation requirements.