On-Call Archaeologist for Cultural Resources

Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department (BCPOS) is seeking a qualified professional archaeologist to provide on-call records research and cultural resource survey services for county-managed properties throughout Boulder County, Colorado. The selected vendor will support the county's compliance with federal and state historic preservation laws and contribute to culturally respectful land management. Required services include desktop research, file searches, cultural resource surveys (Class I, II, and III), site documentation, reporting, shovel testing, and related professional tasks. Deliverables may include memos, maps, GIS data, survey reports, and OAHP site forms, with an emphasis on an equity-informed and antiracist archaeological approach. The evaluation criteria include understanding of project goals (20 points), qualifications and relevant experience (20 points), responsiveness and availability (15 points), inclusive language management (10 points), sample work quality (15 points), and proposed cost structure (15 points), with an additional 5 points for unique qualifications. The procurement is structured as an on-call, task order-based contract with proposals due by November 6, 2025, and vendors expected to initiate work within five business days of task order issuance.

Boulder County demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity by actively seeking to engage minority and women-owned businesses (MWBEs) in the procurement process. The county utilizes the City and County of Denver's MWBE database and encourages certified businesses to participate, particularly for projects between $10,000 and $99,999. Vendors must provide specific documentation, including a current W9, Certificate of Good Standing, and insurance certificates. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly stated, the county's evaluation criteria prioritize vendors with professional-level access to History Colorado's Compass database, ability to obtain Colorado State Archaeological Permits, and expertise in identifying ancestral materials and sites. The contract requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Workers' Compensation, and Professional Liability ($1,000,000 per loss). Although a specific contract value is not directly stated, the on-call nature of the contract suggests a flexible arrangement with task orders ranging from 10 to 60 calendar days, allowing for varied project scopes and potential ongoing engagement.