R--VA ENVIR COMP BR SAN DIEGO NWR CERCLA PM
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued an Award Notice for CERCLA Project Management services at the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge. This award was made under Other Than Full and Open Competition to Brice Engineering LLC, as detailed in a Justification and Approval (JOFOC) document. The purpose is to manage and coordinate all remaining phases of the CERCLA process for preparation for a civil action.
Scope of Work
The awarded contractor, Brice Engineering LLC, will provide comprehensive CERCLA Project Management for sites within the Sweetwater Marsh Unit of the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining administrative records related to the CERCLA process.
- Managing and coordinating all remaining phases of the CERCLA process in preparation for civil action.
- Providing records management and litigation support.
- Offering technical support for ongoing enforcement actions, including adherence to records retention requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice (Sole-Source Justification)
- Contracting Activity: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Wildlife Refuge System, Infrastructure Management Division, Branch of Environmental Compliance and Sustainability.
- Statutory Authorities: 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(5) (Authorized or required by statute) and 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(7) (Public Interest).
- Published Date: February 23, 2026.
- JOFOC Posted: February 12, 2026.
Set-Aside/Justification
This action is a sole-source justification for procurement over the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT), not a typical set-aside. The justification for awarding to Brice Engineering LLC is based on their unique qualifications, extensive historical knowledge, and approximately 15 years of experience with the sites and Refuge responsibilities. Changing contractors was deemed to lead to significant waste of government resources, duplication of work, and a weakened government litigation position. CERCLA requirements are cited as exempt from competition and normal FAR documentation/publicizing requirements.
Rationale
Market research, including a review of Brice Engineering's recent CERCLA work, was conducted. Proposed rates were compared to previous contracts and GSA schedules and determined to be fair and reasonable. The JOFOC was digitally signed by multiple approving officials.