VASCULAR PLANT SURVEYS, JUNTURA, ORE.BLM VALE DI

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Noxious Weed Sighting Report Form" (Attachment 8). It is designed to collect detailed information about sightings of noxious weeds.

• Date: Date of the sighting.
• Noxious Weed Species: Name of the species and its USDA code.
• Number of Plants / Estimated Size in Acres: Quantity or area affected.
• Relative Frequency: Categorization as Spot, Patch, or Scattered.
• GPS Location: UTM coordinates (Easting, Northing, Zone).
• Specific Map Location: Township, Range, Section, and Quarter/Quarter.
• Road Name: If applicable.
• General Location: Options include Roadside, Ditch, Rangeland, Riparian.
• Specific Location: Detailed description for return visits.
• Growth Form: Basal Rosette or Upright Growth.
• Growth Stage: Preflower, Flowering, or Seed Set.
• Land Ownership: Options include BLM, USFS, State, Private, or Other.
• Observer(s): Name(s) of the observer(s).

This form is likely to be used by contractors performing environmental services, land management, or invasive species control. Bidders may be required to use this form to report findings as part of their contract deliverables or to document the scope of work needed.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Firm Fixed Price Commercial Services Contract for Vascular Plant Surveys on approximately 22,809.3 acres surrounding Juntura, Oregon, within the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Vale District. The primary goal is to conduct botanical surveys to determine the presence or absence of target species, document and map their locations and populations, and provide an ecological description of the surveyed areas, including any special habitats encountered. This work supports the Juntura Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) and Cutting project, aimed at reducing hazardous fuels and wildfire risk.

• Conduct botanical surveys for target vascular plant species and target noxious weeds.

• Document and map locations and populations of target species.

• Provide an ecological description of surveyed areas, including special habitats.

• Surveys will be conducted within proposed fuel breaks and juniper treatment areas.

• Follow established written protocols.

• Identify locations of special status plant species to inform management actions.

• Surveyors must be physically fit, as terrain may be rough and steep with dense vegetation.

• Permitted livestock may be present in the work area.

• Surveyors must use GPS, aerial photos, topographical maps, and compass for navigation and documentation.

• Specific deliverables include:

  • Survey Report for each contract item.
  • GIS shapefile with survey routes.
  • Special Status Plant Site forms.
  • Topographical maps showing Special Status plant locations.
  • Composite topographical map showing all Special Status plant sites.
  • Separate topographical map(s) for noxious weed populations.
  • Vascular plant species list (hard copy and electronic).
  • Narrative report.
  • Photographs of Special Status vascular plants and habitat.
  • Voucher specimens of Special Status vascular plants (where populations can withstand reduction).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Commercial Services Contract.

• Period of Performance: May 15, 2026, to June 20, 2027.

• Field work: May 15, 2026, to June 1, 2027.

• A minimum of 17,158 acres must be completed in 2026.

• BLM will direct priority areas to be surveyed.

• Quotations are to be submitted electronically via email to kdmorris@ios.doi.gov.

• Quotations must be submitted in two volumes: (1) non-price and (2) price.

• Non-price volume organized by evaluation factor: Past Performance, Personnel Qualifications, Technical Approach, and Quality and Safety Management.

• Price volume requires submission of completed Standard Form 1449 and acknowledged amendments.

• Evaluation will consider best value, considering both non-price and price factors.

• Past performance will be evaluated based on three projects of similar scope and magnitude completed within the last three years.

• Key personnel (Project Leader, Supervisor) must meet minimum qualifications stated in SOW Section C.3.2.

• Technical approach should detail a realistic plan, including labor, equipment, materials, methods, and sequencing.

• Quality and Safety Management narrative required.

• Price will be evaluated for reasonableness and realism.

• The acquisition is set aside 100.00% for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services).

• Size Standard: Not specified, but implied by the set-aside.

• Attachments include: Unit Summary Table, Unit Maps, Special Status Vascular Plant List, Oregon State Noxious Weed List, BLM Special Status Plant Survey Report, BLM Special Status Site Form, Noxious Weed Site Report Form, Sample Vascular Plant Survey List, and SCA Wage Determination 2015-5589.

• Pre-work conference will be held after award.

• Electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) is required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed maps of the "Juntura Cutting" and "Juntura WUI" areas, which are relevant to the opportunity. It outlines land ownership, roads, and survey boundaries within these regions.

• Maps: Detailed topographic maps showing land parcels, including Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Bureau of Reclamation, Private, and State Lands.
• Roads: Delineation of paved, graveled, natural route, and primitive/unknown surface roads.
• Survey Areas: Outlines of specific survey areas within the larger land parcels.
• Legend: Explains the various symbols and color-coding used on the maps.
• Location Information: Township and Range designations (e.g., T20S R37E) are provided for geographic context.

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the geographical scope and accessibility of the areas related to the opportunity. It helps in assessing logistical considerations, potential site access, and the nature of the land involved in the project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 3: Special Status Vascular Plant List for Vale," is a list of vascular plants designated as special status within the Vale area. It serves as an informational attachment for bidders to understand potential environmental considerations related to the opportunity.

The list is organized by NRCS PLANTS Code or GeoBOB Assigned Species Code, Scientific Name, Common Name, and includes a "New to list" indicator. It contains numerous entries detailing various plant species.

Bidders should review this list to identify any potential impacts on project execution, environmental compliance, or site-specific requirements that may arise from the presence of these special status plants. It is crucial for understanding the ecological context of the project area.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 4: Oregon State Noxious Weed List," provides definitions and lists of noxious weeds classified by the Oregon State Weed Board. It is intended to inform parties involved in weed control programs.

• Classification Definitions: Explains the categories for noxious weeds:
  • A Listed Weed: High economic importance, small infestations making eradication/containment possible, or imminent threat from neighboring states.
  • B Listed Weed: Regionally abundant but may have limited distribution in some counties.
  • T Listed Weed: Species selected annually as targets for prevention and control, receiving priority. These are chosen from the A or B lists.
• A Listed Weeds: A comprehensive list of common and scientific names for weeds classified as 'A'.
• B Listed Weeds: A comprehensive list of common and scientific names for weeds classified as 'B'.
• T Listed Weeds: A list of common and scientific names for weeds designated as 'T' targets.
• Biocontrol Indicator: An asterisk (*) indicates weeds targeted for biocontrol.

This attachment is crucial for any bidder whose work may involve environmental compliance, land management, or invasive species control within Oregon. Understanding which weeds are classified and prioritized (A, B, or T lists) is essential for planning and executing relevant tasks, particularly if the opportunity involves land restoration, vegetation management, or environmental services in Oregon.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "OR / WA BLM GeoBOB Flora/Fauna Survey Form V. 1.4", a standardized form used for collecting data related to flora and fauna surveys conducted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Oregon and Washington. It serves as a template for contractors to record detailed information about survey locations, methodologies, observed species, and environmental conditions.

• Survey Information: Includes fields for Survey ID, Admin Unit, Location Accuracy, Survey Area, GPS details, UTM coordinates, and related documents.
• Visit Details: Captures Visit ID, Survey Type, Survey Method, Project Name, Protocol Name, Observers, Contractor information, Visit Dates and Times, and estimated survey area.
• Target Species: A section to list target species, their codes, scientific names, and whether they were found (Y/N). It notes that positive data requires separate records in Flora_Sites or Fauna_Obs tables, and negative data should be recorded in the GeoBOB Add_Obs table.
• Habitat/Environmental Conditions: Optional fields for recording slope, aspect, elevation, landform, stand age, seral stage, substrate, percent cover (overstory/understory), fire presence, topographic position, soil texture, air temperature, humidity, soil temperature, soil moisture, light index, and precipitation.
• Inventory Observations: A section to list species not on the target list, including their code, scientific name, percent cover, abundance, and quantity. Data entry instructions are provided.

Bidders responding to opportunities involving ecological surveys, environmental assessments, or land management activities by the BLM in OR/WA should use this form to understand the specific data collection requirements. It outlines the expected level of detail for survey reporting, species identification, habitat assessment, and environmental data. Familiarity with this form is crucial for accurately estimating resources, developing methodologies, and ensuring compliance with reporting standards if awarded a contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Special Status Plant Site Form" used by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for site revisits and data collection related to special status plants. It serves as a standardized template for recording detailed information about plant sightings and populations.

• General Information: Includes scientific name, reporter's name, date of sighting, location details, and whether photographs or specimens were collected.
• Location Data: Captures legal descriptions, county, GPS coordinates (UTM), accuracy, and directions to the site.
• Population Data: Records phenology (bud, flower, fruit, etc.), number of plants (exact or estimated), area occupied, population boundary status (increasing, static, decreasing), and population vigor (excellent, good, fair, poor).
• Habitat Data: Details slope, aspect, elevation, landform, macrotopography, substrate, and soil texture.
• Environmental Conditions: Includes overstory/understory cover, light index, dominant plant associations, and identified threats.
• Associated Species: Sections for listing trees, shrubs, and herbs/forbs found at the site, along with their scientific names, codes, and percentage cover.

While this form is an internal data collection tool for the BLM, its presence as an attachment suggests that the opportunity may involve work related to botanical surveys, environmental monitoring, or land management where such data is critical. Bidders should review the form to understand the type of data that might be collected or managed as part of the contract, which could inform their understanding of the scope of work or required expertise.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment_8_sample_vascular_plant_survey_list.xlsx", provides a sample list of vascular plants identified during a survey. It is associated with the "HooDoo Road Culvert Replacement" project.

The spreadsheet contains the following columns:

• Plant Code
• Scientific Name
• Common Name
• Family
• Special Habitat
• Special Status

Notable entries include plants with "Special Habitat" noted as "riparian" and one with "Special Status" marked as "Yes" (Hackelia cronquestii).

This attachment serves as an example of the type of environmental survey data that may be relevant to the HooDoo Road Culvert Replacement project. Bidders should review this list to understand the potential ecological considerations, particularly regarding vascular plant species and their habitats, that may be part of the project's scope or environmental compliance requirements.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5589, Revision No. 30) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in Oregon Counties of Baker, Grant, Harney, Malheur, Morrow, Umatilla, Union, and Wallowa, as required by the Service Contract Act.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contracts subject to the Service Contract Act.
• Occupational Listings: The document provides a comprehensive list of occupations with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates. This includes a wide range of job categories from administrative and clerical roles to technical, health, and service occupations.
• Fringe Benefits: All listed occupations receive specific fringe benefits, detailed separately. These include Health & Welfare benefits of $5.55 per hour or $5.09 per hour under EO 13706.
• Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave): Applies to contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017. Contractors must provide paid sick leave.
• Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage): Applies to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022. It sets a minimum wage rate for covered workers (adjusted annually).
• Vacation and Holidays: Specific provisions for paid vacation (based on years of service) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year are outlined.
• Hazardous Pay Differential: An 8% differential applies to positions involving high-degree hazards with ordnance/explosives, and a 4% differential for low-degree hazards.
• Uniform Allowance: If uniforms are required, contractors must provide them or reimburse employees for the cost, including maintenance.
• Conformance Process: Procedures are detailed for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing the contract. It dictates the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to service employees working on the contract, directly impacting proposal pricing and overall cost management.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment_1_Unit_Summary_JWUI.xlsx", provides a summary of survey units for the "2026 Vascular Plant Survey" project in Vale. It details specific project names, unit names, acreage, and the expected completion date for surveys.

• Project Name: Juntura Fuels Reduction

• Unit Name: Juntura WUI

• Acres: 1292.0

• Item Survey Completion Date: June 1, 2027

• Project Name: Juntura Fuels Reduction

• Unit Name: Juntura Cutting

• Acres: 21517.3

• Item Survey Completion Date: June 1, 2027

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the scope and scale of the vascular plant survey work. It outlines the specific areas (units) and their respective sizes that are part of the project, along with the target completion date for the survey activities. This information is essential for estimating resources, planning, and developing a comprehensive proposal.