Grindstone - Biological Survey (17-N18)

The Indian Health Service has issued a forecast for a biological survey contract titled Grindstone - Biological Survey (17-N18), aimed at assessing the biological impacts of constructing a water storage tank in a designated area of potential effect. This effort is classified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, ensuring eligibility exclusively for small businesses as defined by the SBA, with the NAICS code 541330 indicating it falls under specialized scientific consulting services, likely involving ecological and environmental impact assessments. The scope requires detailed fieldwork to identify and document native flora and fauna, sensitive habitats, and potential threats to biodiversity from proposed construction activities. The point of contact for program-related inquiries is Jeremy Liebscher, while Ronda English serves as the Contracting Officer, handling all contractual matters. Both can be reached via their respective IHS email addresses. Although the precise location of the project is unspecified in the provided data, the work will be performed at the site of the proposed water storage tank, necessitating site-specific ecological surveys and possibly coordination with tribal entities given the agency’s mandate. The forecast was posted on May 25, 2026, suggesting the contract is in preliminary stages with a future solicitation expected, allowing interested small businesses time to prepare proposals that meet the scientific and regulatory requirements for biological resource evaluation.