HI-PAPAHANAUMOKUAKEA MRNE-SMALL VESSEL

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the specifications for two potential task orders under an existing IDIQ contract for Maritime Expedition Service at the Pacific Marine National Monuments.

Trip 1 – Nihoa Cenchrus Survey:

• Origin/Destination: Oahu, Hawaii to Nihoa Island and return.
• Timing: Departure between April 20-30, 2026; 10-14 day duration.
• Passengers: Support for 10 passengers.
• Requirements: Vessel loading (8 hours prior), room and board for passengers, daily small boat operations for up to 10 days, shore party deployment.

Trip 2 – Nihoa to Kapou Finch Translocation:

• Origin/Destination: Oahu, Hawaii to Nihoa Island, then Kapou Island, returning to Nihoa, and finally back to Oahu.
• Timing: Departure between mid-July and mid-August 2026 (target Aug 1, 2026); 16-20 day duration.
• Passengers: Support for up to 12 passengers.
• Requirements: Vessel loading (8 hours prior), room and board, daily small boat operations for up to 6 days on Nihoa, shore party deployment, small boat operations for Kapou, vessel may not anchor at Kapou, climate-controlled room for endangered finches, small boat operations for final passenger retrieval from Nihoa, plan for weather delays.

This document details the specific operational requirements, timelines, passenger numbers, and logistical needs for two distinct maritime expeditions. Bidders should review these specifications to determine their capability to support these task orders, including vessel suitability, crewing, logistical support, and small boat operations in remote locations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for commercial products and services, specifically for small vessel charter services. The acquisition is set aside 100% for small businesses.

• Small Vessel Charter services are required for the PMNM and PIHNM programs.

• Specific details regarding the charter services are to be found in the "Schedule of Supplies/Services" section.

• The solicitation number is 140F0S26Q0020.

• The solicitation issue date is April 3, 2026.

• The offer due date is April 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 483111, with a size standard of 1050.

• The contract is rated under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).

• Offers are requested via Request for Quote (RFQ).

• Bidders must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30.

• Invoices are to be submitted to the address shown in block 18a unless otherwise noted.

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference and attached.

• This acquisition is a 100% set-aside for Small Business.

• The document references "See Schedule" for delivery and administrative details.

• The "Schedule of Supplies/Services" lists two potential items: "PMNM Boat Charter" with a delivery date of 10/31/2030 and a period of performance from 04/17/2026 to 03/31/2031, and "Small Vessel Charter - PMNM & PIHNM" with a period of performance from 04/01/2026 to 10/31/2030.

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

To procure oceangoing vessel charter services for extended ocean travel to support fieldwork in both the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument (PMNM) and Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument (PIHMNM).

• Charter a vessel capable of extended ocean travel to support conservation projects.

• Transport up to 12 passengers from Oahu, HI to project islands and back.

• Land personnel and gear on remote islands for field camps (1-16 days).

• Provide room and board for all passengers.

• Occasionally transport wildlife and wildlife resources with appropriate permits.

• Support fieldwork including invasive species removal, native species monitoring, and translocation of endangered finches.

• Operations will occur in various locations including Nihoa, Kapou, Johnston Atoll, and potentially other islands within the PMNM and PIHMNM.

• Base period: One year (April 13, 2026 - April 12, 2027).

• Four one-year option periods.

• Operations will take place within the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands and Central Pacific.

• Vessel must be suitable for open-ocean travel with sufficient supplies.

• Vessel must comply with all applicable federal, state, tribal, and local laws, including PMNM regulations.

• Vessel must have required USCG-approved safety, navigation, and communication devices.

• Vessel must have a qualified captain and crew with experience in open waters and adverse sea conditions, including landing on rocky ledges in surf.

• Vessel must provide two operational small boats capable of landing personnel and gear on remote islands.

• Specific biosecurity requirements, including rodent and ant inspections, must be met.

• Waste management regulations (MARPOL 73/78) must be followed.

• Vessel must have a minimum of 21 days of potable water supply.

• Adequate clean and sanitary accommodations for crew and field party (including separate rooms for males and females).

• Electronic and communication equipment requirements include VHF radio, single side-band unit, GPS, and satellite communication devices.

• Contractor must provide a vessel Stability Report certified by a licensed naval architect/marine engineer.

• A Category I 406 MHZ EPIRB must be affixed to the vessel.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, specifically for vessel charter for conservation projects in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument or PMNM) and Central Pacific (Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument or PIHMNM). This solicitation constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The requirement is a Small Business Set Aside.

• One (1) Firm Fixed Price Commercial Services Contract for Vessel Charter.

• Services are for US Fish and Wildlife use only.

• The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type.

• The vendor must provide a catalog price list of available services.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Commercial Services Contract.

• Period of Performance: One-year base period plus four (4) additional one-year term options, for a total potential of five years.

• This is a Request For Quote (RFQ).

• NAICS Code: 483111 with a size standard of 500 employees.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical Acceptability (including Past Performance) and Price. Technical Acceptability and Past Performance are approximately equal to cost or price. Tradeoffs are not permitted. Proposals will be evaluated for acceptability but not ranked on non-cost/price factors.

• Lowest evaluated price that meets or exceeds acceptable technical standards will be awarded.

• Quotations must be submitted electronically via email to Robert_Sung@ios.doi.gov by the solicitation closing date.

• Requests for Information must be submitted in writing via email to Robert_Sung@fws.gov by 3 days prior to solicitation closing.

• This requirement is a Small Business Set Aside.

• The Statement of Work (SOW) is attached separately.

• The contract will be administered under FAR Parts 12 and 13.

• Past performance will be assessed via CPARS/FAPIIS.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It specifies the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work on federal contracts in specific locations, including American Samoa, Hawaii (Hawaii County of Honolulu), and Johnston Island.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to service contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2015, and before January 30, 2022, or contracts renewed or extended on or after January 30, 2022, if subject to Executive Order 13658.
• Minimum Wage: For contracts subject to Executive Order 13658, the minimum wage rate for covered workers is $13.30 per hour (or the applicable wage rate listed on this determination, if higher) for hours spent on the contract in 2025. This rate is adjusted annually.
• Occupational Wage Rates: The document lists numerous occupations with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates. Bidders must ensure that employees performing work under the contract are paid at least these rates.
• Fringe Benefits: All listed occupations receive specific fringe benefits, which are detailed separately. These include health and welfare benefits, vacation time, and paid holidays.
• Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave): This EO applies to contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017. Contractors must provide employees with paid sick leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually).
• Uniform Allowance: If uniforms are required, contractors must provide them at no cost to employees or reimburse employees for the cost, including maintenance, unless the uniforms are "wash and wear" and do not require special cleaning.
• Conformance Process: If a contractor needs to employ individuals in classifications not listed in this wage determination, a conformance process must be followed to establish appropriate wage rates and fringe benefits. This process involves submitting a request to the contracting officer and the Department of Labor.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. It establishes the minimum compensation requirements for various job roles that may be involved in performing the contract work. Failure to comply with these wage and benefit requirements can lead to contract violations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing a price catalog for boat services. It is intended for vendors to provide their pricing for various services related to vessel operations and cargo handling.

• Vessel Daily Rates: Includes rates for loading days, underway days, and standby days.
• Ancillary Services: Pricing for daily rates per passenger, fuel (estimated price per gallon), crane service, small boat services, IMO tanks, agent fees, DeRat inspection, hull cleaning, foreign trash dumpster, harbor fees, and stevedores.
• Service Additions: Vendors are permitted to add necessary services not explicitly listed.
• Timeframe: Pricing is structured across multiple years (2026-2031).

This pricing sheet is crucial for bidders to understand the cost structure expected for the opportunity. Vendors must use this template to detail their pricing for the specified services and time periods. It will likely form a significant part of the proposal submission and evaluation process.