C--USFWS_A-E Seismic Safety IDIQ - Buildings

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0004 to Solicitation 140FGA26R0004, with an effective date of 05/29/2026.

• The solicitation's due date for offers is extended.

• The hour and date specified for receipt of offers has been extended. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the new specified hour and date to avoid rejection of their offer. Changes to offers already submitted are permitted via letter or electronic communication, provided they reference the solicitation and this amendment and are received prior to the new opening hour and date.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Seismic IDIQ contract, clarifying aspects of facility identification, evaluation processes, and required standards.

• Facility Identification: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) maintains a national inventory of facilities. Specific facilities for evaluation will be identified and prioritized through individual Task Orders, with relevant data provided as Government-Furnished Information (GFI).
• Risk Identification: FWS uses a national database to identify potentially at-risk facilities based on seismic hazard data, structural age, construction type, and mission criticality. The A/E contractor will perform detailed evaluations on facilities assigned via Task Orders, not independently search the entire inventory.
• Standards: The A/E contractor must use the current consensus code, ASCE 41-23 (Seismic Evaluation and Retrofit of Existing Buildings), as the primary standard for all evaluations, screenings, and retrofit designs.
• Evaluation Tiers: Tier 1 screening typically takes 45-90 calendar days. Progression to Tier 2 or Tier 3 is based on objective, data-driven engineering conclusions from the A/E contractor, not a predetermined expectation from the Service. There is no automatic transition between tiers; acceptance of the Tier 1 report is required.
• Geotechnical Engineering: For initial screenings, the A/E contractor will primarily use existing information (geotechnical reports, USGS data, etc.). New soil borings or extensive geotechnical evaluations are not expected for standard initial screenings but may be authorized via negotiated Task Orders for advanced phases if specific hazards are identified.

This Q&A document clarifies the scope, standards, and process for seismic evaluations, providing bidders with a clearer understanding of the requirements and expectations for Task Orders issued under the IDIQ contract. It confirms the use of ASCE 41-23 and outlines the typical timelines and decision-making process for evaluation tiers.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 4 to the solicitation. It provides updated information and clarifications regarding the solicitation for Architect and Engineering Services for Seismic Evaluation of Existing Buildings.

• Date for submission of Questions: Updated to 12:00 PM EST on 6/2/2026.

• Proposal Due Date: Updated to 6/19/2026 by 12:00 PM EST.

• Point of Contact: Thomas Ikner, USFWS, Contracting Officer.

• Submission Email: thomas_ikner@ios.doi.gov

• Subject Line for Email Submissions: "140FGA26R0004_(Company Name) (UEI #)"

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) required.

• SF330 Submission: Must be a complete PDF.

• Font Requirements: Part I: 11pt or larger (Times New Roman, Calibri). Part II: 7pt or larger (Times New Roman, Calibri).

• Page Size: 8-1/2 inches by 11 inches.

• Protest Submission: Protests must be served on the Contracting Officer and simultaneously furnished to the Department of the Interior Assistant Solicitor.

• The proposal due date has been extended to June 19, 2026.

• The deadline for submitting questions has been extended to June 2, 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is an amendment to a solicitation for Architect and Engineering (A/E) Services to support the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) in conducting seismic evaluations of existing buildings. The FWS anticipates awarding two (2) Firm-Fixed Priced, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts.

The scope of work includes comprehensive technical A/E services for seismic evaluations. Specific services include:

• Tier 1 Screening: Initial phase to identify potential seismic deficiencies using checklists.

• Tier 2 Evaluation: Complete analysis of buildings using simplified methods for deficiencies identified in Tier 1.

• Title I Services (Project Appraisal/Conceptual Design): Field investigations, preliminary technical analyses, conceptual mitigation schemes, and cost estimations.

• Title II Services (Project Final Design): Detailed engineering analysis, design, specifications, cost estimates, and bid proposals.

• Title III Services (Construction Management): Construction inspection, submittal review, progress reporting, and claims review.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Priced, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Five (5) year ordering period.

• Estimated Value: Not to exceed $500,000 per contract over the five-year period. A minimum guarantee of $500 is included.

• Task Orders: Will range from $12K to $75K.

• Submission Method: Electronic submission of SF 330, Architect-Engineer Qualifications.

• Proposal Due Date: June 2, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Questions Due Date: May 26, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Submission to: thomas_ikner@ios.doi.gov

• Evaluation Criteria: Based on SF 330, Part I, Section E & G (Key Personnel, Professional Qualifications) and Part I, Section F (Specialized Experience and Technical Competence).

• Selection Process: Firms will be evaluated, discussions may be held with the top four to six firms, followed by interviews. The top two firms will be selected for award.

• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside with two awards.

• NAICS Code: 541330, Engineering Services.

• Small Business Size Standard: $25.5 million.

• Limitations on Subcontracting: 52.219-14 applies.

• This is an amendment to a previous solicitation.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Specific font and page limit requirements for the SF 330 are detailed in the document.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0003 to Solicitation 140FGA26R0004, with an effective date of May 1, 2026. It serves to amend the solicitation.

• Item 11 indicates that this amendment applies only to amendments of solicitations and that the hour and date specified for receipt of offers is extended.

• The deadline for offer submission has been extended. Bidders are instructed to acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the new hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended. Failure to do so may result in rejection of the offer. If a bidder wishes to change an offer already submitted, they may do so via letter or electronic communication, provided it references the solicitation and this amendment and is received before the new opening hour and date.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0002 to Solicitation 140FGA26R0004, with an effective date of 05/01/2026. It serves to amend the solicitation.

• Item 11 indicates that this amendment applies only to amendments of solicitations and that the hour and date specified for receipt of offers is extended and is not extended (this appears to be a conflicting statement within the form, but the "is not extended" box is checked).

• The amendment acknowledges that offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended. Failure to do so may result in rejection of the offer. If a bidder desires to change an offer already submitted due to this amendment, it must be done via letter or electronic communication referencing the solicitation and amendment, and received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 140FGA26R0004, with an effective date of May 1, 2026. It extends the proposal due date.

• The proposal due date has been extended.

• The proposal due date is now June 2, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• The cutoff for submitting questions and inquiries is now May 26, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Architect and Engineering (A-E) Services to support the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) with Seismic Evaluations of Existing Buildings. The FWS is anticipating awarding two (2) Firm-Fixed Priced, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts.

Services include comprehensive technical A-E services for seismic evaluations of existing buildings nationwide. This includes:

• Tier 1 Screening: Initial phase to identify potential seismic deficiencies.

• Tier 2 Evaluation: Complete analysis of buildings using simplified methods.

• Title I Services: Project appraisal/conceptual design, including field investigations, preliminary designs, and cost estimates.

• Title II Services: Project final design, including detailed engineering analysis and construction documents.

• Title III Services: Construction management, inspection, and progress reporting.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Priced, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Five (5) year ordering period.

• Estimated Value: Not to exceed $500,000 per contract over the five-year period.

• Minimum Guarantee: $500 per contract.

• Task Orders: Firm-fixed price, negotiated and awarded on an as-needed basis, ranging from $12K to $75K.

• Submission Type: Standard Form (SF) 330, Architect-Engineer Qualifications.

• Submission Deadline: June 2, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to thomas_ikner@ios.doi.gov.

• Questions Deadline: May 26, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Evaluation Criteria: Primarily based on professional qualifications, specialized experience, technical competence, past performance, and capacity/management capabilities.

• Total Small Business Set Aside: Two awards will be specifically set aside for small businesses.

• NAICS Code: 541330, Engineering Services.

• Small Business Size Standard: $25.5 million.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Offerors must obtain a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

• Specific requirements for SF 330 submission, including page limits and font sizes, are detailed in the solicitation.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To evaluate seismically-at-risk buildings owned or leased by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) to determine if they meet desired performance objectives. The findings will help the Service identify, quantify, and prioritize mitigation of seismically deficient buildings, thereby reducing seismic risk and ensuring the continued performance of essential functions.

This contract requires architect-engineer (A/E) services for seismic evaluations of buildings. Services include:

• Evaluation of structural, nonstructural, and foundation seismic hazards.
• Evaluation of geologic seismic site-hazards.
• Development of conceptual seismic mitigation measures.
• Rough order-of-magnitude estimation of mitigation costs.
• Production of seismic evaluation reports.

The A/E will be required to complete Tier 1 or Tier 2 seismic evaluations of existing buildings located on Service facilities nationwide. The government may also request additional Title I, Title II, or Title III A/E seismic engineering services.

• Determine seismic hazard and seismicity using available information.

• Coordinate with regional and facility personnel regarding as-built information and site visits.

• Review existing as-built information.

• Determine building common types and benchmark applicability.

• Conduct site visits and complete required Tier 1 checklists.

• Perform full-building or deficiency-only Tier 2 evaluations.

• Incorporate Rapid Visual Screening findings.

• Prepare seismic evaluation reports.

• The period of performance is five years, including a 1-year base period and four 1-year option periods.

• A/E travel may be required to regional offices throughout the continental US and Alaska, and to Service facilities nationwide for site visits.

• Other services will be performed at the A/E's facilities.

• Tier 1: Completed checklists, quick check calculations, and recommendations for follow-up actions.

• Tier 2: Seismic evaluation reports.

• All deliverables (draft and final) will be submitted electronically in PDF format.

• Evaluations must be in accordance with the Standards of Seismic Safety for Existing Federally Owned or Leased Buildings (ICSSC RP8) and current national consensus codes and standards referenced therein, as well as EO 13717.