F--ID,HNFH/LSRCP TRUCKS WITH DRIVERS

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Portland, OR has a requirement for up to five (5) diesel semi-tractors with drivers, and one alternate driver, for use in steelhead distribution for the Magic Valley Steelhead Hatchery (MVSH) located at 2036 River Road, Filer, Twin Falls County, Idaho. This requirement will also provide one (1) diesel semi-driver, and one alternate driver, for use in Chinook salmon distribution for the Sawtooth Fish Hatchery (SFH) located at HC 64, Hwy 75, Stanley, Custer County, Idaho. This contract shall consist of a twelve (12) month base year and one twelve (12) month option year (exercised solely at the discretion of the Government). All fish transport will be accomplished in the state of Idaho. Projected annual period of performance for MVSH is approximately for the month of April each year. Fish will be loaded at the Hatchery and delivered to the following locations of the Salmon River drainage, which may include but not be limited to: Little Salmon River at the Lower Hazard Creek or Stinky Springs, Yankee Fork Salmon River near Sunbeam, Idaho (specific release sites to be determined). Main Stem Salmon River at the following locations: Red Rock, Shoup Bridge, Colston Corner, Yankee Fork Guard Station; also including the Pahsimeroi Trap (specific locations to be coordinated between IDFG and Shoshone-Bannock Tribe personnel). Approximate mileage for the MVSH, including driver mileage from contractor¿s depot to the MVSH, is estimated at 9.000 miles per vehicle. The contractor should expect approximately 60-75 tanker loads during a 4-week period. An estimated 45,000 miles can be expected to be driven with individual trips ranging from 445 to 548 miles round trip. Projected annual period of performance for SFH is an approximate two (2) consecutive days of each year between March 30th through April 30th. Fish will be loaded at the hatchery and expected to deliver to and released at the confluence of Jordan Creek and the Yankee Fork Salmon River and to deliver and release at Pond Series One located just upstream of the Pole Flat Campground. Shoshone-Bannock Tribal staff will be present to assist drivers with the site location and unloading procedures. Approximate total mileage for the SFH, including driver mileage from contractor's depot to the hatchery, is estimated at 1,000 miles. The contractor should expect two (2) days with two (2) trips per day to transfer fish from SFH to Yankee Fork Salmon River. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is a TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE and is conducted under the procedures of FAR Parts 12 and 13, incorporating provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2019-01. The NAICS code is 484220 and the small business size standard is $27.5 Million. Instructions All responsible small business sources may submit a quote, which shall be considered by the agency. Award will be made to the offeror who represents the best value to the Government based upon the following evaluation factors: 1) Experience - Submit up to two (2) project projects performed over the last three (3) years (1 page per project limitation) that are similar in nature to the type of work described in the Performance Work Statement to reflect ability to handle mountain roads, carry liquids, and life animals (aquatics preferred); and 2) Price. Experience and price are of equal importance. Offers received may be considered nonresponsive if experience information is not submitted with an offer. Personal knowledge of an offerors experience may be considered for the experience information requested." Award will be made to a responsible source pursuant to FAR subpart 9.1. Please submit your quotation (showing unit price per mile for the base and each option year) on company letterhead or the enclosed SF-1449 form with DUNS No. and point of contact phone number and e-mail address. The price for Diesel fuel will be cited in the solicitation package as established based on the Price Index for Diesel Fuel. Additionally, if your company holds a GSA contract that would apply to this requirement, please provide the contract number. Refer to FAR provision 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items for additional submission guidance, and include a copy of FAR provision 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items with applicable sections completed. Quotes Due: February 12, 2019, 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time Mailed Quote Submission: Karl Lautzenheiser, ¿ Contracting and General Services U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 911 NE 11th Avenue, Portland, OR 97232 E-Mailed Quote Submission: contact@example.gov In order to have a quote considered for award, respondent must be registered at the System for Award Management (SAM) website (https://www.sam.gov) as an active vendor by the time an award decision is necessary. Award will be made quickly so you MUST be registered and active in SAM to be considered. Solicitation Attachments: 1) Bid Schedule (3 pgs) 2) Performance Work Statement dated January 7, 2019 (14 pgs) 3) Contract Clauses (17 pgs) Amendment 1 Attachments: 1) Revised Performance Work Statement dated January 30, 2019 (14 pgs)