NRCS-Montana Snow Survey Data Collection Services

PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY NOTICE THAT WILL BE ISSUED This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. QUOTES ARE BEING REQUESTED AND A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED.

The solicitation number 12FPC324Q0082 is being issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The acquisition procedures at FAR Parts 12 & 13 are being utilized. The Government anticipates the award of one firm fixed-priced contract resulting from this solicitation. Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quote responds to the terms of this RFQ and is the best value for the Government.

This RFQ documents and incorporates provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2024-05 effective May 22, 2024. This solicitation is being conducted as a 100% small business set-aside. The North American Classification System Code (NAICS) is 541690, Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services; the size standard is $19.0M. For more information on size standards visit http://www.sba.gov/size. Active SAM registration is required in order to be awarded this contract and must remain active throughout the period of performance.

Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINS): See Attachment 2, Quote Sheet.

Description of Services: The Contractor shall furnish the necessary personnel, supplies, materials, and incidentals necessary to provide manual snow survey data collection services for NRCS-Montana in accordance with the work statement attached to and hereby made a part of this solicitation. Date(s) and Place(s) of Delivery and Acceptance: The performance period of the base year is estimated to be December 1, 2024-November 30, 2025 with four (4) one-year option periods. Place of performance will be throughout the state of Montana. Please see attached RFQ documents for complete details.