BLM BREWERY CREEK/WARD GULCH CULTURAL SURVEY

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, specifically a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Class III Cultural Survey services in the Brewery Creek and Ward Gulch areas of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Rocky Mountain District, Colorado. The project aims to perform a fuels reduction, timber salvage, and habitat enhancement project.

• Conduct a Class III cultural inventory of approximately 699 acres.

• Identify, record, and evaluate cultural resources for potential eligibility to the National Register of Historic Places.

• Prepare draft and final reports synthesizing data, including cultural resources and analysis within the project area.

• Tasks include: File Search & Literature Review, Inventory & Resource Identification, Record & Evaluation, Draft Report, and Final Report.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price purchase order.

• Period of Performance: July 01, 2026 to August 01, 2027 (13 months).

• Estimated Value: $19.0 million.

• Product Service Code: F014 – Tree Thinning Services.

• NAICS Code: 541620 – Environmental Consulting Services.

• Size Standard: $19.0 million.

• Quotes are due by Wednesday, June 03, 2026, 9:00 a.m. Mountain Daylight Time.

• Submit quotes via email to daniel_rosales@ios.doi.gov.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical Capability, Relevant Experience, and Price.

• The Government will perform a comparative evaluation of quotes, not using formal scoring or adjectival scoring.

• This solicitation is set-aside for small business.

• Contractors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• No site visit is scheduled. Contact COR Nicholaus Grooms (ngrooms@blm.gov) for site visit related questions.

• Technical questions should be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer.

• Attachments include SOW, maps, wage determinations, and provisions/clauses.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map displaying "Brewery Ward Cultural Survey Units." It delineates areas related to cultural surveys, specifically identifying "Brewery Creek Guard Station" and "Ward Gulch Cultural 1" units. It also shows general geographic features, roads, and towns in the vicinity.

• Map Title: Brewery Ward Cultural Survey Units
• Total Acreage: 699 acres (Brewery: 215 acres, Ward: 484 acres)
• Geographic Features: Rivers (Middle Creek, Big Hollow Gulch), towns (Bonita, Spook City, Saguache, Villa), roads (State Highway 285), and elevation points.
• Legend: Identifies "Brewery Creek Guard Station," "Brewery Creek Cultural 1," and "Ward Gulch Cultural 1" survey units.
• Scale: Includes a scale bar for distance measurement.
• Issuing Agency: Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado Surface Management Agency, San Luis Valley Field Office.

This map provides geographical context for potential survey or cultural resource management activities within the Brewery Ward area. Bidders involved in such opportunities should use this map to understand the spatial distribution of the survey units and their relationship to the surrounding landscape and infrastructure.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Guidelines and Procedures for Inventory, Evaluation, and Treatment of Cultural Resource Sites," provides detailed guidance for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado State Office, as well as permit holders and project proponents, on the standards and procedures for managing cultural resources on BLM-administered lands in Colorado. It outlines requirements for archaeological investigations, inventory, evaluation, and treatment of cultural resource sites.

• Permit Procedures: Details the types of permits (Survey and Recordation, Limited Testing/Collection, Excavation/Removal), application process, qualifications for applicants (organizational and individual), and requirements for curatorial facilities.
• Inventory: Describes the objectives, classes (Class I, II, III, Reconnaissance), determination of inventory level, and minimal survey standards for various land uses (Rights-of-Way, Coal, Oil and Gas, Geophysical).
• Treatment Options: Outlines strategies for resolving adverse effects on historic properties, including avoidance, minimization, mitigation, data recovery, stabilization, and documentation.
• Discoveries: Provides procedures for handling post-review discoveries, including human remains or NAGPRA cultural items, and active ARPA violations.
• Digital Data Management: Specifies requirements for GPS and GIS data collection, accepted formats, geometry standards, coordinate systems, and attribute standards for reporting.

This document is crucial for any bidder involved in projects that may impact cultural resources on BLM-administered lands in Colorado. It establishes the regulatory framework, procedural requirements, and performance standards that must be adhered to for archaeological investigations, surveys, and any related activities. Understanding these guidelines is essential for developing compliant proposals, conducting fieldwork appropriately, and ensuring successful project execution. Bidders should pay close attention to the permit application requirements, inventory standards, and reporting protocols to accurately scope their efforts and resources.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, "B08_Attachment_9_Clauses_and_Provisions_Revised.pdf", contains a comprehensive list of contract clauses and solicitation provisions that are incorporated by reference into the contract or solicitation. It serves to inform potential bidders of the terms and conditions that will govern the contract, including standard FAR clauses, Department of the Interior (DOI) clauses, and other relevant provisions.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: Lists numerous FAR and DOI clauses, many with "DEVIATION" indicators, suggesting modifications or specific applicability. Examples include clauses related to System for Award Management, Service Contract Reporting, Small Business Programs, Equal Opportunity, Service Contract Labor Standards, Combatting Trafficking in Persons, and Minimum Wages.
• Clauses Incorporated by Full Text: Includes the full text of FAR 52.212-4 "Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services," detailing definitions, inspection/acceptance, assignment, changes, disputes, excusable delays, payment, patent indemnity, risk of loss, taxes, termination (convenience and cause), title, warranty, limitation of liability, compliance with laws, and order of precedence.
• Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference: Lists solicitation provisions that offerors must address, such as those related to Certification and Disclosure, System for Award Management, and Instructions to Offerors for Commercial Products and Commercial Services.
• Evaluation Factors: Details the "Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services" criteria (FAR 52.212-2), outlining that award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering price and other factors. It specifies a comparative evaluation process without formal scoring, emphasizing technical capability, relevant experience, and price.

This document is critical for bidders as it outlines the legal and contractual framework of the opportunity. Understanding these clauses and provisions is essential for preparing a compliant and competitive offer. Key areas for bidders to focus on include:

• Submission Requirements: As detailed in FAR 52.212-1, understanding what must be included in an offer (UEI, EFT indicator, representations, certifications, statement of agreement).
• Evaluation Criteria: As detailed in FAR 52.212-2, understanding how offers will be evaluated (Technical Capability, Relevant Experience, Price) and the comparative nature of the evaluation.
• Contractual Obligations: Familiarizing themselves with the terms and conditions that will govern the contract, such as payment terms, termination clauses, and compliance requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, the "CULTURAL RESOURCES DIGITAL DATA SPECIFICATIONS GUIDE," serves as a supplement and appendix to the "Handbook of Guidelines and Procedures for Inventory, Evaluation, and Mitigation of Cultural Resources Bureau of Land Management Colorado State Office." It provides detailed specifications for the collection, formatting, and submission of digital data related to cultural resources for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado.

• GPS and GIS Data: Outlines accuracy standards for GPS data collection (±5 meters horizontal accuracy) and specifies acceptable GIS data formats (ESRI shapefile or ESRI file geodatabase). It details requirements for coordinate systems (NAD 1983 datum, UTM coordinates), geometry types (polygons for boundaries), and attribute table standards.
• Standardized Site Types: Refers to Tables 3 and 4 for commonly recorded prehistoric and historic site and feature types, emphasizing the use of provided lexicons.
• Packaging and Delivery: Provides best practices for submitting digital data, including the mandatory use of the BLM shapefile template, specific file naming conventions, and the requirement for PDF format for final reports and site forms. It also details electronic submission methods.
• Site and Survey Numbers: Explains the process for obtaining BLM project numbers and OAHP (Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation) project and site numbers, including required data and processing times.
• Documentation: Specifies digital submission requirements for cultural resource documentation, including report and site forms, and emphasizes the use of OCR for scanned documents.
• Maps and Photographs: Details requirements for maps (USGS 7.5 topographic basemap at 1:24,000 scale) and photographs (digital with scale, overview photos) to be included with submissions.

This guide is crucial for any bidder involved in cultural resource surveys or management projects for the BLM in Colorado. It dictates the technical standards and data submission requirements that must be met. Understanding these specifications is essential for preparing accurate and compliant proposals and deliverables, ensuring that all collected spatial data, site information, and documentation adhere to BLM and OAHP standards. Failure to comply with these digital data specifications could lead to rejection of submissions or delays in project acceptance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map detailing the "Ward Gulch Treatment" area, covering 484 acres. It appears to be a cultural resource map, as indicated by the legend "Ward Gulch Cultural 1". The map provides geographical context for a potential treatment or project within this area.

• Geographic Area: Outlines the specific 484-acre treatment boundary for Ward Gulch.
• Topographical Features: Shows elevation contours (e.g., 5279, 5278, 5260) and water features (Jacks Creek, Vulcan Creek).
• Surrounding Roads: Includes an inset map showing local roads (CDOT) and proximity to Saguache, CO, with highways 50, 114, and 285.
• Coordinate System: Displays latitude and longitude grid lines.
• Agency Information: Identifies the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), San Luis Valley Field Office as the issuing agency.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the precise location and geographical characteristics of the Ward Gulch treatment area. It helps in visualizing the scope of work, potential site access, and environmental considerations relevant to any proposed treatment or project activities within this specific boundary.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map detailing the Brewery Creek Treatment area for Timber Sanitation. It provides a visual representation of the land ownership, forest types, and specific treatment boundaries within the planning area.

• Map Area: Depicts the Brewery Creek area with geographic coordinates.
• Legend: Includes land ownership (BLM, Private, USFS) and forest types (Aspen, Lodgepole pine, Mixed conifer).
• Treatment Boundaries: Outlines the specific areas designated for timber sanitation treatment.
• Location Context: An inset map shows the proximity to Villa Grove and major roads (US 285, County Road 46).
• Area Statistics: Indicates a Total Planning Area of 215 Acres and a Treatment Area of 176 Acres.
• Date: The map was generated or updated on 3/12/2026.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the geographical scope and specific locations of the timber sanitation work. It visually defines the boundaries of the treatment area, identifies land ownership, and shows the types of forests present, which may influence operational planning, resource allocation, and understanding of the work environment.

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

This document outlines a Statement of Work (SOW) for an intensive Class III cultural inventory of public land administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Saguache County, Colorado. The project aims to identify, record, and evaluate cultural resources for their potential eligibility to the National Register of Historic Places, supporting BLM resource management and fulfilling obligations under the National Historic Preservation Act.

The project encompasses approximately 699 acres across the Brewery Creek and Ward Gulch drainages. The work is divided into five tasks:

• Task I: File search and literature review to compile known cultural data.

• Task II: Inventory and resource identification, including a Class III survey spaced no more than 20 meters apart, adhering to specific BLM and state protocols.

• Task III: Recording and evaluating identified historic/archaeological resources for National Register eligibility.

• Task IV: Writing a draft inventory report, including GIS data and draft attachments.

• Task V: Producing a final inventory report with all corrections and final deliverables.

• The inventory must adhere to BLM Colorado Guidelines and Procedures, state protocols, and other specified standards.

• Field crews must be supervised by a qualified crew chief with a Cultural Resource Use Permit.

• Discoveries of human remains or other sensitive objects require immediate notification and protection.

• Draft reports and final reports have specific submission and review timelines.

• Period of Performance: July 01, 2026 to August 01, 2027 (13 months).

• Place of Performance: Brewery Creek and Ward Gulch drainages, San Luis Valley Field Office, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado.

• A Colorado BLM cultural resource use permit is required.

• Specific guidelines for data collection, site recording, and evaluation must be followed.

• The contractor must notify the COR/PI immediately upon discovery of human remains, funerary objects, sacred objects, or objects of cultural patrimony.

• A no collection policy is in effect for the San Luis Valley Field Office (SLVFO).

• Government Furnished Material includes access to SLVFO cultural records and associated documentation.

• Deliverables: Draft Literature Review, Draft Report and Attachments, Final Report, GIS data, site and isolated find forms.

• Payment Schedule: 50% upon completion of Tasks I-III, and 50% upon completion of Tasks IV & V (Draft and Final Report).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act, specifically for the State of Colorado. It lists the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing contract work in specific Colorado counties. Bidders must use this document to ensure they are meeting the minimum labor cost requirements for any covered employees.

• Wage Determination Number: 2015-5433, Revision No. 32
• Effective Date: The document was last revised on May 13, 2026.
• Geographic Area: Covers Colorado Counties of Alamosa, Baca, Bent, Conejos, Costilla, Crowley, Custer, Huerfano, Kiowa, Las Animas, Mineral, Otero, Prowers, Rio Grande, and Saguache.
• Occupational Listings: Includes a comprehensive list of occupations with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific fringe benefit rates (Health & Welfare, Vacation, Holidays) are detailed in subsequent pages.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage).

This wage determination is critical for bidders to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with the specified minimum wages and fringe benefits can lead to non-compliance and potential disqualification. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these requirements for all listed occupations that will be utilized in performing the contract.