B--aerial survey and reporting
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) intends to award a sole-source purchase order to ABR, Inc. (Fairbanks, AK) for aerial survey and reporting services. This notice is an intent to solicit from a single source, not a request for competitive quotes. The services involve aerial wildlife surveys for goose populations in northern Alaska. Capability statements from responsible parties are due by June 15, 2026, 1700 PD.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for aerial photo-surveys to gather data on the abundance and distribution of brood-rearing Pacific Black Brant and Lesser Snow Geese on the Colville River Delta (CRD), Alaska. Key activities include:
- Conducting fixed-wing aerial surveys in late July or early August 2026.
- Covering 100% of the CRD for Black Brant and 50% for Snow Geese.
- Surveys will be performed from a Piper PA-18 "Super Cub" aircraft at low altitude (75–150 m) and speed (100–120 km/h) using east-west oriented transects.
Deliverables & Timeline
- Aerial Survey: Late July 2026
- Draft Report, geographic database, and photographs: December 15, 2026
- Final Report, GIS layer, and photographs: December 31, 2026 (or 2 weeks after comments)
- Period of Performance: July 15, 2026, to January 15, 2027 (185 days).
- Place of Performance: Deadhorse, Alaska (surveys) and Fairbanks, Alaska (photo interpretation/reporting).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Purchase Order (intended sole source)
- Set-Aside: None (Single Source)
- NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) with a $19.5 million size standard.
- Published Date: June 4, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
USGS intends to award to ABR, Inc. due to their unique expertise in aerial wildlife survey techniques, extensive experience flying in remote northern Alaska, and access to the specific Piper Super-cub aircraft required. This notice satisfies FAR Subpart 5.203. While not a competitive solicitation, all responsible parties may submit a capability statement by June 15, 2026, 1700 PD. Submissions must be sent via email to tracy_huot@ios.doi.gov; hardcopy or SAM.gov portal submissions will not be accepted. The Government retains sole discretion on whether to compete this action based on responses received.