CAMP CREEK CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY BLM ID

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items, identified as RFQ Solicitation number 140L2626Q0044. It is a 100% set-aside for small businesses under NAICS code 541620, with a size standard of $19M. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Salmon Field Office, Idaho, requires cultural resource inventory in Lemhi County.

The core requirement is to perform cultural resource inventory in Lemhi County. Specific details are expected to be found in the attached documents, including a Work Statement.

• Contract type: Firm, fixed-price quotes are requested.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be within the scope of the work statement.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the size standard for small business is $19M.

• Quotes are due by May 28, 2026, 12pm Eastern.

• Questions should be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) with sufficient time to receive answers before the deadline.

• Quotes will be accepted via email at charles_dodson@ios.doi.gov.

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

• The overall quote must include a completed bid schedule and other required items as described in FAR 52.212-2.

• Evaluation factors include: Technical Capability, Applicant Qualifications, Past Performance, and Price.

• Proposals should include details on staff organization, technical approach, methodology, and timelines.

• Resumes for key personnel are required, with specific qualifications for Contract Administrator, Principal Investigator, and Crew Chief.

• Past performance will be evaluated based on the adequacy of similar contracts and any history of cost overruns, delays, or performance problems.

• A detailed price/cost breakdown is required.

• This solicitation is 100% set-aside for small business.

• The document incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Regulations 2026-01.

• Full text of referenced clauses may be accessed at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far#.

• Several attachments are referenced, including Wage Determination, Work Statement, Maps, Bid Schedule, Cultural Resource Use Permit, and Qualifications of Applicants.

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines cultural resource inventory tasks for the Salmon Field Office (Idaho BLM) to support fuels reduction and forestry projects in Lemhi County, Idaho. The primary goal is to identify and evaluate cultural resources and assess potential effects to historic properties as part of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 106 review.

• Conduct a cultural resource inventory across a 6,153-acre Area of Potential Effect (APE) for the Camp Creek, Copper Queen, and Gilmore Forestry and Fuels Project.

• Tasks include records search, background research, field survey, site recording and evaluation, assessment of effects, and report preparation.

• A minimum of 1,175 acres require a Class-III inventory (transects at 30m or less).

• Remaining acres require Class-I or Class-II inventory with site recordation and re-records.

• Identify and record all cultural resources to current standards, making recommendations for eligibility to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).

• Special attention is required for known cultural resources, including mining districts and the historic Lemhi Indian Reservation boundaries.

• Deliverables include GIS data (Idaho BLM Cultural Resources Geodatabase), site records (PDFs and ICRIS entries), and a final report.

• Data must meet Idaho BLM Cultural Resources Geodatabase standards.

• Site records must be completed using BLM-provided forms and entered into ICRIS.

• QA/QC of GIS data by BLM is required before Task 1 completion.

• Draft deliverables require review and acceptance before final submission.

• The project is located in Lemhi County, Idaho, within the BLM Salmon Field Office.

• Estimated completion for all services is 239 days (approximately 8 months) after contract start.

• Key milestones include a pre-work conference (within 2 weeks of contract issuance), completion of fieldwork (90 days after contract assigned), and delivery of GIS findings (30 days after fieldwork).

• Contractor must attain an Idaho Cultural Resources Use Permit and follow all BLM and State-specific stipulations.

• A Field Work Authorization (FWA) is required from the Salmon Field Office Archaeologist before fieldwork.

• Each field crew must be supervised by a qualified crew leader.

• Procedures for NAGPRA and paleontological discoveries must be followed, including immediate notification of the COR and BLM Archaeologist.

• All site information must be kept confidential.

• All generated data, records, and materials become BLM property upon project completion.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination under the Service Contract Act for the state of Idaho, specifically for the counties of Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Fremont, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power, and Teton. It lists various occupations and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it establishes the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for service employees working on contracts covered by the Service Contract Act within the specified Idaho counties. Bidders must use these rates when calculating their labor costs for proposals to ensure compliance with federal regulations. The document also outlines procedures for requesting additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains maps related to cultural surveys conducted in the Camp Creek, Copper Queen North, Copper Queen South, and Gilmore areas. These maps visually delineate Areas of Potential Effect (APE) and Class 3 survey areas, along with surface management agencies, roads, and other geographical features.

• Camp Creek Cultural Surveys: Shows APE and Class 3 areas, BLM and USFS land, roads, and water bodies.
• Copper Queen North Cultural Surveys: Details APE and Class 3 areas, BLM and USFS land, roads, and creeks.
• Copper Queen South Cultural Surveys: Outlines APE and Class 3 areas, BLM and State land, roads, and creeks.
• Gilmore Cultural Surveys: Depicts APE and Class 3 areas, BLM and USFS land, roads, and trails.
• Each map includes a legend, scale, and disclaimer regarding data accuracy.

These maps are crucial for understanding the geographical scope and specific locations of cultural surveys conducted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Bidders involved in projects requiring cultural resource assessments or management within these areas should use these maps to identify survey boundaries, land ownership, and relevant terrain features. This information is essential for project planning, site assessment, and compliance with cultural resource regulations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Bid Schedule detailing the line items for cultural resource surveys at Camp Creek, Copper Queen, and Gilmore.

• Line Item 0001: Cultural resource inventory for Camp Creek, estimated at 450 Acres.
• Line Item 0002: Cultural resource inventory for Copper Queen, estimated at 389 Acres.
• Line Item 0003: Cultural resource inventory for Gilmore, estimated at 336 Acres.
• Total Estimated Acres: 1,175 acres.
• The schedule includes fields for Estimated Quantity, Unit of Issue, Unit Price, and Total Cost for each line item.

This schedule outlines the specific cultural resource survey tasks and estimated quantities required. Bidders will need to use this information to prepare their pricing proposals, providing unit prices and total costs for each line item and the overall "TOTAL – ALL OR NONE" bid.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Permit for Archeological Investigations" (DI Form 1991) used by the United States Department of the Interior. It outlines the requirements and conditions for conducting archeological work on Department of the Interior lands and Indian lands.

• Permit Information: Sections for issuing office, permit number, expiration date, and applicant details (name, address, contact information).
• Authority: Cites the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979, the Antiquities Act of 1906, and other relevant statutes.
• Activity Authorized: Space to describe the specific archeological activity.
• Lands: Description of the lands where the work will occur.
• Duration: Dates for the permit period.
• Curatorial Facility: Designation of where collections, records, and data will be deposited.
• Standard Permit Conditions: Detailed list of general requirements for the permittee, including adherence to laws, non-exclusivity, reporting, and submission of findings.
• Special Permit Conditions: Specific stipulations related to the project, such as fieldwork methods, site protection, reporting timelines, and data management.

This document is crucial for any bidder proposing to conduct archeological work on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands. It details the legal framework, operational requirements, reporting obligations, and specific conditions that must be met. Bidders must understand these requirements to accurately scope their proposals, estimate costs, and ensure compliance if awarded a contract. The document also specifies reporting timelines and data submission standards, which are critical for project planning and execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the qualifications required for applicants seeking cultural resource use permits from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), as detailed in BLM Manual 8150. It specifies the criteria for evaluating both organizational and individual capabilities.

Organizational Qualifications:

• Must demonstrate capability to accomplish proposed work.
• Requires information on facilities, equipment, organizational structure, staffing, and their involvement in the proposed work.
• Needs a history of completing similar projects, past government contracts, and federal permits held.
• Newly formed entities must provide alternative information, with greater weight on individual capabilities.

Individual Qualifications:

• Permit Administrator: Must be legally empowered to obligate the organization and sign official correspondence.
• Principal Investigator: Requires specific professional instruction (graduate degree or bachelor's with 24 months supervised experience), competence in cultural resource data handling, ability to plan and supervise, evidence of research completion, and at least 16 months of professional CRM experience (including 4 months with comparable resources/contexts).
• Crew Chief: Requires a baccalaureate degree with 12 months supervised experience or equivalent training/experience (30 months), competence in data handling, demonstrated supervisory ability, and at least 4 months of professional CRM experience.

Documentation:

• Can be supported by survey/excavation reports, National Register documentation, publications, public interpretation materials, conference presentations, professional service, and awards/grants.
• The same individual can fill multiple roles if qualifications are met.

This document is critical for any bidder proposing to undertake cultural resource management work under a BLM permit. It details the specific experience, education, and demonstrated abilities required for both the applicant organization and key personnel (Permit Administrator, Principal Investigator, Crew Chief). Bidders must ensure their applications and proposed staff meet these stringent qualification criteria to be considered for a permit.