F--Expanding Grazing Data Collection (Terrestrial ONL

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) cancels the solicitation referenced by number 140L432600001.

This amendment cancels the entire solicitation.

All previous proposal deadlines and submission requirements are nullified due to the cancellation of the solicitation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Firm Fixed Price Commercial Services Contract for Expanding Grazing Data Collection (Terrestrial ONLY) in Oregon and Washington. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) requires terrestrial data collection at targeted and randomly distributed points on BLM-administered lands.

• Base Year: Collection of data at 260 terrestrial points during the 2026 field season.

• Option Years (up to 4): Potential for four 12-month option periods (2027-2030) with 400 terrestrial points collected per year.

• Optional Task 5: Potential to increase data points by up to 250 per contract period.

• Data Collection Methods: Must follow the latest version of the Terrestrial AIM Data Management Protocol, including core methods (plot characterization, observation, photos, line-point intercept, vegetation height, gap intercept, soil aggregate stability, plot-level species inventory) and potentially contingent/supplemental methods (sagebrush shape, second herbaceous height measurement, plant abundance, visual obstruction recording, density of deep-rooted perennial grasses).

• Electronic Data Capture: Required using Field Maps/Survey123. Paper forms are permissible only in unforeseen circumstances and must be entered within ten working days.

• Reporting: Data backup, daily updates, and a complete project implementation report are required.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Commercial Services Contract.

• Period of Performance: Base year from 4/1/2026 to 3/31/2027, with four potential 12-month option years.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages.

• Submission: Quotations are due by 04/13/2026 at 12:00 PM local time. Submissions must be in three parts: non-price, small business participation, and price.

• Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible firm whose quote is most advantageous, considering technical capability, past performance, small business participation, and price.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Data collection begins after training and calibration (April).
  • All data provided to BLM by November 10.
  • Project implementation report due September 30.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services).

• The contractor must provide all personnel, resources, tools, and equipment.

• Specific requirements for fire prevention and safety are detailed for Oregon and Washington.

• The contractor must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.

• Key personnel qualifications are detailed, including a Project/Crew Manager with specific education and experience.

• Field crews must have completed Terrestrial AIM core methods training.

• The contract includes various FAR clauses related to commercial products and services, labor standards, and other requirements.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Oregon/Washington requires terrestrial data collection to expand grazing opportunities in eastern Oregon and Washington. This work is statutorily mandated and will inform treatment effectiveness and expedite land health permitting processes.

• Base Period (2026 Fiscal Year): Collection of data at 260 terrestrial points.

• Option Periods (2027-2030): Four 12-month option periods, with potential for 400 terrestrial points per year.

• Optional Task 5: Potential to increase data points by up to 250 per contract period.

• Data Collection: Conducted at targeted and randomly distributed points on BLM lands.

• Methodology: Adherence to the most current version of the Monitoring Manual for Grassland, Shrubland, and Savanna Ecosystems, including core methods and contingent methods (sagebrush shape, herbaceous height, forb abundance) collected via Survey123 software. Supplemental methods (Visual Obstruction Recording, Density of Deep Rooted Perennial Grasses) may also be requested.

• Data Submission: All data to be provided electronically via Survey123 and web maps.

• Data collection must occur between April 20 and September 30.

• Data must be submitted to the BLM-NOC by November 10.

• A brief project implementation report is required.

• Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) steps outlined in the Monitoring Manual and Terrestrial Field Crew Data Management Protocol must be followed.

• Base Period: April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027.

• Option Periods: April 1, 2027 - March 31, 2031.

• Location: BLM administered lands throughout Oregon/Washington, often in remote locations requiring off-trail navigation and hiking.

• Coordination: Extensive coordination with BLM State Office, Field Office Leads, and National AIM Team is required.

• Training: Field crews must have completed Terrestrial AIM core methods training within the last three years.

• Equipment: Contractor must provide electronic data capture devices (tablets), cameras, GPS devices, compasses, and other necessary field equipment. Field vehicles (4x4 with high clearance) and potentially UTV/ATVs are required.

• Personnel: A Project/Crew Manager with a Master's/PhD and extensive relevant experience is required. Field crews must include individuals with expertise as Field Botanists or Rangeland Management Specialists and Field Soil Scientists.

• Safety: Contractors must be prepared for primitive camping conditions and develop a safety plan. Hitch schedules with InReach contact information must be submitted.

• Access: Coordination with BLM for private land access and landowner permission is mandatory.