B--LCAI ROUND 15
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Nevada State Office has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to release a competitive solicitation (RFQ 140L3926Q0030) for Archaeological/Paleontological Studies (NAICS 541990) in Lincoln County, NV. This opportunity, titled "LCAI ROUND 15," is anticipated to be released on or about July 1, 2026, with proposals likely due by August 14, 2026. Multiple awards are expected.
Scope of Work
This solicitation will fund archaeological studies within Lincoln County, NV, utilizing proceeds from the Lincoln County Land Act of 2000. The work will involve the inventory, evaluation, protection, and management of unique archaeological resources. Contractors will be required to furnish all labor, equipment, transportation, supervision, supplies, and incidentals, and will be responsible for writing a performance-based statement of work for their quote.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Competitive Solicitation (RFQ) leading to Firm-Fixed-Price contracts (simplified acquisition procedures where possible).
- Anticipated Release: On or about July 1, 2026
- Anticipated Response Due: August 14, 2026
- Published: June 12, 2026
- Duration: Up to three years, not exceeding five years per project.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- NAICS: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services)
- Product Service Code: B503 (Archeological/Paleontological Studies)
Evaluation
Award will be based on Best Value to the Government in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The Government reserves the right to award to other than the low or highest technically rated offeror if it is in the best interest of the Government. Quotes must include a performance-based statement of work detailing the project, methodology, timeline, and performance standards.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered and have completed online Representations and Certifications in SAM.gov to be eligible for award. The solicitation package will be available electronically on SAM.gov, and potential offerors are responsible for monitoring the site for its release and any updates. A separate opportunity for Cooperative Agreements will be available via Grants.gov (NOFO L26AS00091). All questions must be submitted in writing to the primary Point of Contact, Tyler Johnson.
Primary Point of Contact: Tyler Johnson, Contracting Officer, tljohnson@blm.gov.