Request for Proposals: Cultural Resources Archaeological Survey

The Jackson Soil and Water Conservation District (JSWCD) in Jackson County, Oregon, is soliciting proposals for a Cultural Resources Archaeological Survey across three project sites: Collier, Haugland, and Seyboldt. The procurement requires a professional archaeological contractor to conduct comprehensive surface surveys using standard methods aligned with State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) guidelines. Key deliverables include pre-field background research, surface pedestrian transects, GPS site location recording, and detailed archaeological survey reports. The project timeline spans from October 1, 2025, to December 15, 2025, with specific milestones including a draft report due on November 15, 2025, and a final report due on December 15, 2025. The contractor must perform archaeological investigations related to ground-disturbing activities such as irrigation pipeline installation, water control structures, land leveling, solar panel installation, livestock handling areas, fencing, pasture management, tree and shrub planting, and pile burning. Proposals are due by October 10, 2025, and additional information can be obtained by contacting Clint Nichols at 541-423-6180 or clint.nichols@jswcd.org.

The contract will be compensated on an hourly rate basis with a total not-to-exceed amount of $25,000. JSWCD will reimburse direct expenses including mileage at $0.70 per mile, report filing fees, and postage costs. The contractor is required to maintain detailed records of work hours and submit invoices no more frequently than monthly. Additionally, the successful bidder must coordinate with tribal governments that have ancestral ties to the project area and submit required documentation to SHPO and JSWCD. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are mentioned, the contractor must demonstrate professional archaeological expertise and capability to conduct comprehensive cultural resource surveys. The procurement does not indicate any incumbent vendors or specific technology integration requirements. Potential respondents should be prepared to provide professional archaeological survey services, demonstrate knowledge of SHPO guidelines, and have the capacity to complete the project within the specified timeline and budget constraints.