C--Architect-Engineering firms for surveying project.
Overview
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), under the Department of the Interior, is seeking Architect-Engineering (A-E) firms for surveying projects across all U.S. States and Territories. This Special Notice acts as a request for SF-330 submissions to establish a pool of qualified small businesses for future project selections. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Firms must submit qualifications by March 1, 2027, though the announcement will remain open for 365 days from its publication on January 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The USFWS requires a range of surveying services, which may include:
- Boundary, topographic, control, and water rights surveying.
- Research, field work, and mapping.
- Preparation of legal descriptions and tract reports.
- Preparation and processing of tentative maps and applications for land division approval.
- Calculation of volumes and quantities.
- Recording of surveys, plats, and monument records.
- Boundary marking, posting, and maintenance.
- Other incidental services as required. Work will primarily occur on FWS lands, facilities, or private lands where the Service has an interest.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Qualifications (SF-330 submissions) for future A-E selections.
- Duration: Announcement open for 365 days from January 23, 2026. Short selections for individual projects will follow FAR 36.602-5.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside. Only small business firms are eligible for awards.
- Response Due: March 1, 2027
- Published: January 23, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Firms must submit a complete SF-330 Package, including Parts I & II, with Part I specifically addressing the "Work Requirements" section. A mandatory Geographical Location Form (template provided) must also be included, indicating licensed service areas. Proof of state licensing for surveying is required. Submissions are to be sent via email to cindy_salazar@fws.gov. Evaluation factors, in accordance with FAR 36.602-1, will consider:
- Professional qualifications.
- Specialized experience and technical competence.
- Capacity to accomplish the work.
- Past performance on contracts.
- Knowledge of the project locality.
Eligibility & Notes
This opportunity is exclusively for Total Small Business firms. Firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and be registered/licensed engineering firms permitted to practice surveying in the relevant jurisdictions. Contact Cindy Salazar at 503-872-2832 or cindy_salazar@fws.gov for inquiries. SAM registration is free and available at www.sam.gov.