B--CULTURAL RESOURCE INVENTORY CLASS IIIBLM KREMMLI

Solicitation 140L3726Q0013 is an award notice for Class III Cultural Resource Inventory services to be performed for the Bureau of Land Management Kremmling Field Office in Colorado. The period of performance is scheduled from March 16, 2026, to December 31, 2026. The scope of work involves conducting archaeological and paleontological field surveys, data collection, and documentation in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act and the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act. All work must adhere to the 2022 BLM Handbook of Guidelines and Procedures for Cultural Resources Inventory and Mitigation, as well as the 2021 Procedures and Reporting Standards for Cultural Resource Consultants for the Colorado Northwest District. The contract is awarded based on a best value trade-off, prioritizing key personnel qualifications and relevant experience over price. Key deliverables include field reports and data sets, with final acceptance occurring within 14 days of the BLM's receipt of the final report. Contractors must comply with Service Contract Act wage determinations for Colorado counties and follow strict operational constraints, including restricted work hours from sunrise to sunset and prohibitions on weekend or holiday work without prior authorization. Special requirements include immediate notification of any archaeological discoveries, adherence to federal environmental laws, and strict compliance with fire prevention regulations during fire danger seasons. Invoicing is mandated through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform.