99 -- Geotechnical Drilling Services

Sources Sought Synopsis: This is a Sources Sought Synopsis announcement; a market survey, for information only, to be used for multiply award blanket purchase agreements for Geotechnical drilling services in the states of; Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Alaska, Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park. The purpose of this synopsis is to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities and qualifications of various members of the Small Business Community Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business to include 8(a), Historically Underutilized Business Zones (Hubzone) Veteran Owned Small Business Concerns, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, to enter into cooperative agreements to further reduce the administrative costs of acquiring service contracts in accordance with commercial item acquisition. Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA) eliminate contracting and open market costs such as the search for sources, the development of technical documents and solicitations, evaluation of bids and offers. BPA(s) further decrease costs reduce paper work and save time by eliminating the need for repetitive individual purchases. The end result is to create a purchasing mechanism for the Government that works better and costs less. The General over all scope of work will include but is not limited to the following; the drilling machine requirements will consist of a truck-mounted drill, and either a track, ATV of skid-mounted drill capable of wire-line core drilling to a minimum depth of 200 feet, obtaining an H-size (2.5 inch diameter) core, and standard penetration (SPT) tests and samples for the full depth specified. The equipment shall also be capable of turning 8.25 inch (O.D) hollow-stem augers to a depth of 80 feet. The drilling machine must be furnished complete with all materials, operating accessories, modifications and attachments necessary to fulfill the requirements of the project. All equipment will need to pass inspection prior to any awards resulting for this sources sought.Core drilling equipment will be H-sized triple tube or split tube wire-line unless otherwise stated. N-sized triple tube or split tube wire-line equipment may be called for when using portable drill type equipment. Casing Advancers from N size to H size may be used. Hollow stem augers for soil sampling to auger refusal, installation of instrumentations, and H-sized coring for sampling must have a minimum I.D. of 4 1/4th inches and maximum O.D. of 9 inches. Large diameter earth auger bit shall have an O.D. of 14 to 16 inches with a solid stem auger flight of 8 to 10 inches diameter attached. The combination shall have the capability to drill 5 feet below ground surface. All stationary and mobile diesel and gasoline engines, except exhaust turbo-charged engines used shall be equipped with spark arresters. The personnel requirements will consist of one journeyman-level drill operator with 2 years minimum experience, drillers license from each state in which they perform work. Must be capable of performing standard geotechnical tests and be proficient in the use of split tube sampler and similar tests. The experienced helper will work under the direct supervision of the driller. Must be capable of lifting heavy equipment in adverse weather. Must have a minimum of 6 months of experience. Flag personnel shall be certified and perform in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devises, Part IV Section F. The service contract act will be applicable to any awards resulting from this sources sought. This list is not all inclusive. If you meet the above requirements and would like to view the entire scope contact; Patti.mahurin@fhwa.dot.gov; this solicitation modification is issued to cancel the modification for ID/IQs Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity awards. The original solicitation for Blanket Purchase Agreements is the intent.