NM FISH AND WLDLFE CONSERVE OFC - Prairie Restorat
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for Prairie Restoration and Seeding at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks a contractor to restore native grasslands. Proposals are due by March 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST).
Purpose and Scope
The primary objective is to restore native grassland on Altus Air Force Base by seeding two designated locations: a 21.87-acre "West Location" and a 4.97-acre "6.4 Acre Location." The government will prepare the sites, including herbicide treatment and burning for the West Location. The contractor will be responsible for procuring and transporting native grass seeds according to USFWS specifications and performing seeding without tilling. Specific seed mixes and application rates are detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW).
Place and Period of Performance
Work will be performed at Altus Air Force Base, Altus, OK. The period of performance is from March 12, 2026, to March 24, 2026, with all deliverables and final billing required by March 24, 2026. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 0600-1800 during daylight hours. The contractor must meet Altus AFB security access requirements and coordinate all activities with FWS staff.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Order.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (100%). The NAICS code is 115112, with a size standard of $9.5 million.
- Product Service Code: F007 (Range Seeding Services (Ground Equipment)).
- Option: The solicitation includes an option to extend services for six months (FAR 52.217-8), which will be evaluated.
- Wage Determination: This contract is subject to the Service Contract Act Wage Determination (Revision No. 29) for Oklahoma counties, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that bidders must adhere to.
Submission and Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted via email to dana_arnold@fws.gov as a single PDF file by March 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST. Award will be based on a best value determination considering technical approach, technical experience, past performance, and price. Key submission requirements include a completed SF 1449, company information, a narrative response detailing the technical approach (including seeding methods and seed procurement), and a completed Technical Experience and References Form (B08) detailing up to three relevant projects.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Dana Arnold at dana_arnold@fws.gov or 703-468-8289.