F--Eastern States ORC Region 4

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation 140L0126R0004 has the following changes:

• Updates the contact information to lturner@ios.doi.gov.

• Clarifies that all questions related to the solicitation must be submitted in writing.

• Contact information for inquiries.

• The RFP closing date and time remain the same.

• The proposal due date is May 29, 2026.

• This amendment pertains to the Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 140L0126R0004 for the procurement of Wild Horse and Burro Program for Off Range Corral services in Region 4 (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Manual Transmittal Sheet (Form 1221-2) for Release 1-1688, dated July 19, 2004. It transmits Manual Section 1530, "Real Property Management (Internal)", to bring the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) into compliance with the Department of the Interior's Real Property Financial Management Guide. This action aims to establish consistent direction and avoid material weaknesses identified in financial audits.

• The transmittal sheet indicates that Manual Section 1530 is being re-established, having been previously deleted.
• It specifies that no new reports are required and no existing material is superseded.
• Filing instructions direct the REMOVAL of "None" and the INSERTION of "1530 (5 sheets)".
• The document includes a Table of Contents for Manual Section 1530, outlining sections such as Purpose, Objectives, Authority, Responsibility, References, Policy, and Glossary of Terms.

This document is an internal procedural document for the Bureau of Land Management regarding real property management. It is unlikely to have direct relevance to external bidders unless the opportunity specifically involves compliance with or adherence to BLM's internal real property management policies and procedures.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire for Solicitation # 140L0126R0004. It is used by the government to gather feedback from references on an offeror's performance for similar services. Bidders are responsible for providing this questionnaire to their references.

• Contact Information: Fields for the Offeror's name, phone, and email.
• Contract Information: Details about the contract the reference is providing feedback on, including Contract Number, Contract Value, Period of Performance, and a brief description of services provided.
• Reference Information: Fields for the name, agency/company, title, phone, and email of the person completing the questionnaire.
• Evaluation Sections: The questionnaire includes sections for rating the contractor's performance in:
  • Overall Performance
  • Timeliness (Service Delivery, Problem Resolution, Communication)
  • Meeting Requirements (Quality of Work, Appropriate Equipment, Work Force, Safety)
  • Overall Rating (Requirements, Schedule, Price)
• Definitions: Provides clear definitions for performance ratings (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, N/A).
• Comments: Space for detailed narratives to support ratings.

Bidders must identify relevant past performance contracts and provide this questionnaire to their references. The completed questionnaire will be used by the government to evaluate the bidder's past performance. The deadline for submission is 13:00 Mountain Daylight Time on Friday, May 29, 2026, and must be submitted directly from a corporate email account to Lisa Turner at lturner@ios.doi.gov.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DI-105 (05/2025), is a "Property Receipt (Hand Receipt)" used by the U.S. Department of the Interior. It serves to document the issuance and receipt of government property to individuals.

• Section 1: Property Information: Requires details such as Bureau/Office Cost Center, Item Number, Inventory Number, Description of the property (including make, model, manufacturer, serial number), Quantity, Unit of Issue, and Acquisition Cost.
• Section 2: Issued By Information: Captures the name, title, signature, and date of the individual issuing the property.
• Section 3: Received By Information: Captures the name, title, signature, and date of the individual receiving the property. It includes a statement of understanding and agreement regarding responsibility for the proper use, care, and safeguarding of the issued property, with potential financial liability for loss, theft, damage, or misuse.
• Notes: A section for additional remarks.

While this is a standard government form for property accountability, its presence as an attachment suggests that bidders may be required to use or acknowledge this form as part of the contract. It could be relevant if the opportunity involves the management, transfer, or accountability of government-furnished property. Bidders should review the main solicitation documents to understand if and how this form is to be utilized in their proposal or contract execution.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Off-Range Corral (ORC) Support Services for the Wild Horse & Burro Program (WHBP) in Region 4, which includes Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) requires these services for the care and feeding, hoof trimming, and carcass disposal of wild horses and burros.

• Care and Feeding: Provision of feed, salt, minerals, and water for wild horses and burros.

• Hoof Trimming: Trimming of hooves to ensure proper condition before placement into private care.

• Carcass Disposal: Disposal of animal carcasses.

• Facilities: Contractor must provide and maintain adequate corrals, holding pens, adoption/sorting pens, working areas, covered facilities, and access for loading/unloading.

• Animal Welfare: Maintenance of animals in moderate condition (Henneke score of 5-7), with specific requirements for feed, hay quality, water access, and sanitation.

• Veterinary Services: Provision of veterinary services including vaccinations, treatments, and emergency care.

• Reporting: Daily Feed & Care Log, Incident Reports, and Transportation Notifications.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• Period of Performance: Award Date through July 31, 2031 (five ordering periods).

• Estimated Maximum Amount (Region 4): $3,500,000.00

• Minimum Order Guarantee: $10,000.00

• Proposal Due Date: May 29, 2026.

• Submission Method: Electronic submission via email to Lisa Turner (lturner@ios.doi.gov).

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated in two phases. Phase I assesses Facility-Land (Acceptable/Unacceptable). Phase II evaluates Technical Capability, Past Performance, Small Business Participation/Subcontracting Plan, and Price. Technical Capability is more important than Past Performance and Small Business Participation, which are combined and more important than Price. The award will be made on a best-value basis.

• The acquisition is unrestricted, full and open competition.

• Awards will be made to technically qualified small and large businesses.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions related to contract terms, conditions, representations, and certifications.

• Offerors must identify the specific city, county, and state of each proposed performance location for SCA wage determination purposes.

• A vendor forum will be held via video conference on April 20, 2026.

Pre-Solicitation Notice

This notice announces the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) intent to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Wild Horse and Burro Off-Range Corral (ORC) support services across multiple regions in the Eastern States. This is advance information and not a solicitation.

• Provide and maintain an Off-Range Corral for 120–400 Wild Horses and Burros (WHBs) annually.

• Care and feeding of animals.

• Provide a fenced facility with quarantine and holding pens.

• Maintain infrastructure.

• Sort, segregate, and load animals.

• Supply land, feed, minerals, and water.

• Provide hoof trimming and veterinarian services.

• Ensure staff complete BLM’s mandatory CAWP training annually.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ).

• Anticipated Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2031 (5 years).

• The selection process will be Best Value Source Selection.

• Evaluation factors include: Technical capability, Past performance, Small business participation/subcontracting plan, and Price.

• Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about February 19, 2026.

• Anticipated Solicitation Close: On or about April 20, 2026.

• No set-aside status is indicated.

• Offerors must maintain active registration in SAM.gov.

• The requirement is divided into six separate regions:

  • Region 1: KY, TN, WV, VA, NC
  • Region 2: IA, MO, IL, IN, OH
  • Region 3: AR, LA, MS
  • Region 4: MN, WI, MI
  • Region 5: ME, NH, VT, MA, CT, RI, NY, PA, DE, NJ, MD
  • Region 6: FL, GA, AL, SC

• The Government anticipates awarding one or more contracts in each separate region.

• NAICS Code: 115210 – Support Activities for Animal Production.

• Point of Contact: Lisa Turner, lturner@blm.gov.