Archaeological Field Survey Services

The contract entails executing post-fire cultural resource field surveys within the Deschutes National Forest to locate, identify, and document archaeological sites and isolates impacted by wildfire events. Survey methods include systematic pedestrian reconnaissance, GPS and GIS data collection, photographic documentation, and use of standardized forms to ensure consistent and accurate recording of cultural resource conditions. The work focuses entirely on areas affected by fire, requiring specialized knowledge of both archaeological site visibility post-disturbance and the regulatory frameworks governing cultural resource management on federal lands. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under NAICS code 541620, designated for total small business participation, meaning only qualified small businesses are eligible to bid. The performance location is centered in Bend, Oregon, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Deschutes National Forest serving as the contracting agency. All activities must comply with federal standards for cultural resource preservation, and the successful contractor will be responsible for delivering precise, field-verified data critical for post-fire land management decisions and compliance with historic preservation laws. Fieldwork is expected to be completed in a timely manner following fire events to facilitate rapid assessment and protection of vulnerable cultural resources.