GRCA/GLCA-RAPID RESPONSE BOAT OP REQUEST

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (Request for Quote - RFQ) for "Rapid Response Boat Operators" to support the Grand Canyon National Park (GRCA) and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (GLCA). The National Park Service requires technical services and expertise to operate and navigate logistical and technical fish management boats and equipment for 23 week-long electrofishing trips and 2 river mission trips. The primary goal is to address invasive species, specifically smallmouth bass, which pose a risk to native fish populations.

• Operate and navigate logistical and technical fish management boats and equipment.

• Provide qualified boat operators with expertise in electrofishing and motor-powered survey boats.

• Support for 23 week-long electrofishing trips (May - December 2026) in the Colorado River below Glen Canyon Dam and above Badger Rapid.

• Support for 2 river missions (October 2026) in the Colorado River from Lees Ferry to Diamond Creek.

• Operators must possess appropriate certifications and licenses for commercial boat operators in Grand Canyon National Park.

• Potential need for non-technical motorized boats and support equipment.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price commercial contract/award.

• Period of Performance: May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the solicitation is for a "Request for Quote" under Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

• Questions Due: March 25, 2026, by 12:00 PM MT.

• Quotes Due: April 10, 2026, by 12:00 PM MT.

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

• Evaluation Factors: Price, technical capability, and prior experience.

• This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 483212 (Inland Water Freight Transportation).

• Small Business Size Standard: 550 Employees.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and maintain an "active" status.

• This is a combined synopsis/solicitation; no separate solicitation will be issued.

• All offers must include a completed SF18, capabilities statement/project narrative, prior experience references, and completed provisions.

• Specific trip schedules and logistics will be communicated in detail.

• Prohibition of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) on National Park Service lands; Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) are permitted.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 2, a Price Schedule for the "GRCA & GLCA Rapid Response Boat Operators" opportunity with the National Park Service (NPS). It outlines the pricing structure for various trips, detailing personnel, travel, equipment, transportation, and materials required for each.

• Trips: The schedule is broken down by specific trips (e.g., Trip 26-1: May 4 – May 8) with associated dates.
• Activities: Each trip specifies whether it involves GLCA Electrofishing or GRCA PBR Electrofishing.
• Requirements: Lists categories of requirements such as Personnel (e.g., NIGHT OPERATIONS TECHNICAL BOAT OPERATOR, OPERATIONS MANAGER), Travel (e.g., M&IE, Lodging), Equipment, Transportation, and Materials.
• Units: Specifies the unit of measure for each requirement (e.g., Day, Trip, Mile, Participant).
• Quantities: Indicates the number of units required for each item.
• Unit Price & Total: Fields are provided for unit price and total cost, with all values currently set to 0.0, indicating this is a template for bidders to fill in.
• Contractor Information: Fields are included for the Contractor's UEI, Date, and Point of Contact.

This pricing sheet is critical for bidders to understand the cost structure associated with the proposed services. Bidders must fill in the "Unit Price" for each line item in the orange blocks. The quantities provided serve as a basis for calculating the total cost for each trip and the overall contract. This document will be used to formulate proposals and will likely be a key component in the evaluation process.