LTEMP EXPERIMENTAL VEGETATION TRTS III
Overview
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Qualification Details
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 National Park Service (NPS), specifically the IMR ARIZONA(12400) office, is soliciting quotes for LTEMP Experimental Vegetation Treatments III at Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The services involve implementing experimental vegetation treatments as part of the Glen Canyon Dam Long-Term Experimental and Management Plan. Quotes are due by March 30, 2026, at 11:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The contractor will implement experimental vegetation treatments to control invasive plant species, develop native plant materials, replant native species, remove encroaching vegetation, and manage vegetation for cultural site protection. This includes treating up to 120 experimental plots (9m x 9m) mechanically or chemically between Lees Ferry (RM 0) and Diamond Creek (RM 226).
Key contractor responsibilities include providing:
- A motorboat of sufficient size to carry NPS personnel and equipment, along with an operator.
- All necessary kitchen equipment, a well-equipped major first aid kit, water purification system, portable toilets, PFDs, dry bags, a dry box for sprayers, chairs, Paco Pads, and cots for NPS staff.
- All food for participants from lunch on launch day to lunch on take-out day.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed price commercial contract/award.
- Period of Performance: Approximately May 1, 2026, to May 21, 2026 (includes pre-trip briefing and after-action review).
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 483212 (Data Collection Services) with a small business size standard of 550 people.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: March 30, 2026, by 11:00 PM ET.
- Submission Method: Via email to dennis_zoltak@ios.doi.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Price, technical capability, and prior experience.
- Required Submittals: Completed checklist for quote submittal, signed SF18, completed provisions, a capabilities statement/project narrative (limit two pages), and three prior experience references.
Eligibility & Notes
- Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an "active" status at the time of quote submission, award, and throughout contract performance.
- Offerors must obtain a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
- This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued.
- Questions regarding the solicitation will be accepted until March 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
- The document includes numerous FAR provisions and clauses related to commercial items, representations, certifications, and compliance requirements.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Dennis Zoltak, dennis_zoltak@nps.gov, 720-670-0856.