SERVICE FY26 BOTANY SURVEYS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Oregon State Office, is seeking proposals for FY26 Botany Surveys in the Medford District, Oregon. This is a Firm Fixed-Price Commercial Services Contract to gather data on plant communities and Special Status plant species. Proposals are due March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will conduct botany surveys for Special Status and invasive nonnative vascular, nonvascular, and fungus species across various habitats, including timber, silviculture, and fuels units. Key tasks involve documenting Special Status plant sites, performing second-year surveys for Fritillaria gentneri, and documenting invasive plants. Data collection requires electronic methods such as GeoBOB Mobile and the FIELD MAPS app, along with GPS tracking. Surveyors must possess strong botanical knowledge and familiarity with target species.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Commercial Services Contract
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, through December 1, 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 541690 (Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million)
- Product Service Code: F099 (Other Natural Resources And Conservation Services)
- Place of Performance: Medford District, Oregon
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted via email to cnwebster@blm.gov or blm_or_so_952_mail@blm.gov. Evaluation will consider past performance, relevant experience, and price, with past performance and relevant experience combined being more important than price. Offerors are required to submit a completed Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items form. A pre-work conference will be held post-award.
Wage Determinations
This opportunity is subject to Service Contract Act wage determinations for Josephine County (No. 2015-5787) and Jackson County (No. 2015-5571), Oregon. These documents specify minimum wage rates, fringe benefits (e.g., $5.55/hour Health & Welfare), paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706, and minimum wage under Executive Order 13658. Bidders must ensure compliance with these labor requirements.
Important Notes
This announcement serves as the only solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued. Contract terms and clauses are effective through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-06.