CA-SF BAY DELTA FWO-FISH REARING SUPPORT

This contract solicitation, designated as CA-SF BAY DELTA FWO-FISH REARING SUPPORT under solicitation number 140FS126Q0116, is issued by the Department of the Interior, specifically the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Sat Team 1, for non-personnel services to support the rearing and maintenance of delta smelt at the Bouldin Island Fish Rearing Project in San Joaquin County, California. The work requires the contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, transportation, facilities, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to execute fish rearing operations in strict accordance with Service-approved protocols, ensuring fish health and survival while maintaining operational reliability. The contract is structured as a Firm-Fixed-Price with a one-year base period running from August 3, 2026, to August 2, 2027, and a single 12-month option year extending through August 2, 2028. Services are anticipated to peak between November 2026 and June 2027, with work continuing beyond fish release to facilitate equipment deconstruction and storage. Proposals must be submitted via email by June 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM Central Time, including a signed SF-1449, a completed bid schedule with pricing for both base and option years, and a technical submission limited to seven pages demonstrating experience in fish husbandry, aquaculture, and fisheries biology, along with qualifications of key personnel including a Contract Manager and Fish Rearing Technicians. The solicitation is restricted to small businesses, specifically targeting HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business concerns, and requires strict compliance with a suite of federal regulations including FAR clauses on labor standards, ethical conduct, and supply chain security. Offerors must be actively registered in SAM.gov with a current Unique Entity ID and must have completed all required representations and certifications within the past 12 months. Technical acceptability is a mandatory pass/fail gate, assessing the offeror’s proven ability to perform the full scope of work at the Bouldin Island site, meet operational timelines, and provide qualified staff. Awards will be made using a Best Value Tradeoff method where price is the primary factor, but technical approach, relevant experience, and key personnel qualifications are critical non-price considerations. Compliance with the Performance Work Statement, a robust quality control program, and the Government’s Quality Assurance Surveillance