PC-26-01A, PACIFIC DEEPWATER INVESTIGATI

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Combined Synopsis and Solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). The purpose is to obtain competitive quotations for the PC-26-01A, Pacific Deepwater Investigations, Research, and Technology (PAC-DIRT) Study. The government anticipates awarding a single Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.

The study aims to increase understanding of how environmental factors influence the spatial and temporal distribution of sediment plumes, particularly in the context of seabed mineral extraction. Key tasks include:

• Task 1: Overall Project Planning and Management: Requires a Project Manager, a Study Plan (including Data Management Plan and QA/QC procedures), and various reports and documentation.
• Task 2: Sediment Analyses: Involves collecting and analyzing sediment samples to characterize properties relevant to sediment plume modeling, including grain size distribution, floc formation, and particle settling velocities.
• Task 3: Sediment Plume Modeling: Using regional oceanographic data and sediment properties to model benthic and midwater sediment plumes, including their behavior, concentrations, and settling rates.
• Task 4: Synthesize Information: Summarizing and analyzing completed tasks to produce a Final Report and Technical Summary.

Deliverables include a Draft Study Plan, Quarterly Progress Reports, a Draft Final Report, a Final Report, scientific publications, and data submissions.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: Award through 18 months.

• Place of Performance: Contractor facility.

• Questions Due: June 30, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Quotations Due: July 10, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Submission Method: Email to michelle_potter@ios.doi.gov with subject "140M0126Q0033, PAC-DIRT."

• Submission Volumes: Price Volume and Technical Volume (both in Microsoft Word, Adobe PDF, and/or Microsoft Excel).

• Evaluation: Award will be made on a best-value tradeoff basis, with technical and other evaluation factors being more important than price. Technical evaluation criteria include Scientific and Technical Personnel, Understanding/Technical Approach, Project Management, and Past Performance.

• NAICS Code: 541620 – Environmental Consulting Services.

• Small Business Size Standard: $19 million.

• Set-Aside: This is an Unrestricted Competitive Solicitation.

• Phone calls are strongly discouraged for questions and submissions.

• The RFQ is issued under FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services).

• Standard Form 18 (Rev. 6/1995) is included as part of the solicitation document.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (RFQ) is issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Office of Acquisition and Property Management, BSEE/BOEM Programs. Its purpose is to obtain competitive quotations for the Government's Requirement for PC-26-01A, Pacific Deepwater Investigations, Research, and Technology (PAC-DIRT) Study.

• The document outlines the need for services related to the "PAC-DIRT Study."

• Specific details on deliverables, technical requirements, or scope of work are not detailed in this form but are implied to be part of the "Requirement."

• The "Deliver By" date is listed as "Multiple."

• Delivery is "FOB Destination."

• Quotations must be furnished to the issuing office (Block 5a) on or before the close of business on 07/10/2026.

• The form includes fields for prompt payment discounts (10, 20, or 30 calendar days).

• It is noted that this is a request for information and quotations, not an order, and does not commit the Government to pay costs incurred in preparation or to contract for supplies/services.

• The "IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE" box is checked, indicating it is not set aside for small businesses.

• Additional provisions and representations may or may not be attached.

• The form is Standard Form 18 (Rev. 6/1995).