R--FL-HOBE SOUND NWR-PREDATOR CONTROL

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation 140FS326Q0017 provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions, and extends the quote due date.

• Quote Due Date: Extended to Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.

• Insurance Requirements: Basic amounts found in FAR 28, clause 28.102-2 apply.

• Billing Period: Preferred at the end of the project cycle for total weeks, but partial payments are acceptable if there's a significant time between efforts.

• Invoice Submission: Invoices can be submitted via IPP (provided by CO) and can wait until the end of the project for total billing.

• Award Process: The contract will be a direct award to the awardee.

• Pricing: Pricing should be for a week's worth of services as needed for an on-call basis. The 52-week pricing allows for annual payment measurement, but the trapping season is May to October.

• Biologist Requirements: A certified biologist is required for humane disposal and treatment of animals. Proof can be a Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) or Associate Wildlife Biologist (AWB) designation, or a relevant bachelor's degree.

• The quote due date has been extended to May 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.

• Vendors must submit questions by May 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.

• Required documents include SF18, SF30, any amendments, Past Experience/Reference Sheet, and Price Schedule.

• All questions, quotes, and clarifications should be submitted to Merenica Banks at Merenica.Banks@ios.doi.gov.

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

To selectively remove nuisance predators, including coyotes and hogs, in targeted areas of the Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge. The goal is to reduce nest depredation, increase sea turtle nesting success, and protect other trust resources.

• Provide all personnel, labor, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, and supervision for predator control services.

• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and ensure effective performance of services for the contract duration.

• Perform work primarily during times when the Refuge is closed to the public (sunset to sunrise), with daytime operations requiring written approval.

• Ensure proper removal and disposition of caught or dispatched predators within 12 hours.

• Contractor must adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Employees must be trained and experienced, with supervisory personnel having at least two years of recent experience in similar operations.

• A quality control program must be instituted to identify and correct any problems.

• Performance indicators include 100% compliance with work production/schedule, work requirements, contract terms, and safety standards. No damage to government resources, fish, or wildlife is permitted.

• Period of Performance: Work to begin within 2 weeks of award or 30 days of notification, to be fully completed by November 30, 2026.

• Place of Performance: Boundaries of the Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound NWR, Martin County, Florida (735-acre island tract and 300-acre mainland tract).

• Contractor must be a Certified Wildlife Biologist® with a minimum of 100 hours of documented experience in trapping and removal of predators like coyotes and hogs from public lands.

• Personnel must adhere to specific beach riding guidelines to minimize impact on wildlife and nesting areas.

• Contractor is responsible for acquiring all necessary federal and local licenses and certifications.

• Contractor must provide contact information for all ground personnel, vehicles, and equipment 48 hours prior to project implementation.

• The Refuge must be notified at least 48 hours prior to work commencement.

• Contractor must provide a quote for service costs on a weekly (5 days) basis. This is a Firm Fixed Price contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for predator control services at the FWS Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Florida. The objective is to reduce sea turtle nest depredation and protect other Trust Resources.

• Removal and control of predators in areas along the Refuge beach and Mainland tracts.

• Services aim to increase sea turtle nesting success and protect other Trust Resources.

• The contractor must be a Certified Wildlife Biologist® with a minimum of 100 hours of documented experience in trapping and removal of predators (e.g., coyotes, hogs) from public lands.

• The contract is for commercial services under NAICS code 114210 (Hunting and Trapping).

• The solicitation is a small business set-aside.

• The contract includes an initial period of performance and four option years.

  • Base Year (06/01/2026 - 05/31/2027)
  • Option Year 1 (06/01/2027 - 05/31/2028)
  • Option Year 2 (06/01/2028 - 05/31/2029)
  • Option Year 3 (06/01/2029 - 05/31/2030)
  • Option Year 4 (06/01/2030 - 05/31/2031)

• The contract will be awarded on a Best Value basis.

• Questions Due Date: May 1, 2026, 3:00 PM EST

• Quotes Due Date: May 15, 2026, 3:00 PM EST

• Submission Instructions: Submit all questions, quotes, and clarifications via email to Merenica Banks at Merenica_Banks@ios.doi.gov. Use specific subject lines for questions and quotes.

• Required Documents: SF18, SF30 (if applicable), any amendments, Past Experience/Reference Sheet, and Price Schedule.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Price, and Past Performance.

• This procurement is a small business set-aside.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Offerors must not have any terminations for fault or default or any exclusions.

• The contract incorporates numerous FAR clauses related to commercial products and services, including those related to labor standards, equal opportunity, and prohibitions.

• Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 3 - PAST EXPERIENCE & REFERENCES," is a form that must be completed by all quoters/bidders to receive consideration for the solicitation #140FS326Q0017. It is used to gather information on current or past experience pertinent to the position.

• The form requires details on up to three contracts similar in size and complexity to those stated in the Scope of Work.
• For each experience entry, bidders must provide:
  • Contract/Work type
  • Contract Number (if applicable)
  • Total Contract Value
  • Agency/firm for whom work was performed
  • Contact person at the site (name, telephone #, E-mail address)
  • Month/Year work began and ended
  • Brief description of duties
• Bidders should also include details of any training that would enable them to better perform the work outlined in the specifications.
• If additional space is needed, the form may be duplicated.

Completion of this form is mandatory for consideration. It is used by the government to assess past performance and experience. Bidders must provide detailed and accurate information about relevant past contracts and training to demonstrate their capability to perform the required services. The completed form should be submitted via email to Merenica Banks@fws.gov by the solicitation's due date and time.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-4563, Revision No. 30) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for contracts performed in Florida Counties of Martin and St. Lucie.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), detailing their applicability and requirements.
• Outlines provisions for vacation, holidays, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances.
• Describes the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (Conformance Process) using Standard Form 1444.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing services under a potential contract in the specified geographic area. Bidders must ensure their proposals account for at least the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits listed herein for all covered employees. Failure to comply can lead to violations of the Service Contract Act.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Price Schedule (Attachment 2) for the solicitation. It requires bidders to provide pricing for predator control services.

• The schedule outlines pricing for a Base Year and four Option Years.

• Each year includes a single line item for "Predator Control" with a quantity specified as "Per Week".

• Bidders must provide the "Total Price (52 weeks)" for each item.

• A section is included for bidder information: Company Name, Unique Entity ID, Quote Prepared By (Title, Signature, Address, Date), Phone Number, and Email.

• Bidders must include all costs (materials, labor, expenses, fees, permitting, overhead, profit) for each task item.

• Incomplete Price Schedules will not be considered.

• Offerors MUST provide pricing for each item.

This document is critical for bidders to complete their proposals. It details the pricing structure required by the government and includes fields for essential company and contact information. Failure to complete this schedule accurately may result in disqualification.