F--Steelhead spawning and stranding surveys

The Bureau of Reclamation, Mid-Pacific Region, is soliciting quotes for a firm-fixed-price contract to provide field support and data analysis for Central Valley steelhead spawning and stranding surveys along the Lower American River. This 100% small business set-aside falls under NAICS code 541690 and requires the contractor to provide a seasonal work crew, including a fisheries biologist and technician, to conduct biweekly surveys and isolation pool assessments. The primary objective is to ensure compliance with NMFS Biological Opinions and Reasonable and Prudent Measures through rigorous data collection, compilation, and analysis. The contract includes a base year and four option years, spanning from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031. Award will be determined via a best-value trade-off process, evaluating price, past performance, and technical approach. Key deliverables include a work plan, safety and data quality control plans, monthly progress reports, and a final comprehensive report due by May 31 of each year. Performance is monitored through a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan requiring 95% accuracy for most deliverables and 95% adherence to survey protocols. Contractors must utilize the Invoice Processing Platform for all payments and comply with Service Contract Act wage determinations for California counties. All quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting office by 10:00 am PT on February 24, 2026.