Marine Riparian and Pocket Estuaries VS and Salmon Habitat Indicators

The contract involves updating and refining protocols for Marine Riparian and Pocket Estuaries and Embayments Salmon Habitat Indicators within Puget Sound, leveraging unique datasets and protocols developed by Cramer Fish Sciences since 2018. Valued at approximately $123,564 over two years, it aims to support regional ecosystem health and salmon recovery efforts under the Puget Sound Action Agenda. The work includes reviewing existing data components, delivering updated monitoring protocols, conducting training, and preparing reports that incorporate stakeholder feedback. The performance is to be conducted primarily in Washington State, with deliverables submitted for agency review and approval, and the contract emphasizes compliance with federal and state environmental, nondiscrimination, and cybersecurity regulations. This procurement is a sole source award justified by CFS’s exclusive expertise, proprietary datasets, and prior development of the necessary protocols, with no competitive evaluation factors explicitly listed. The contract incorporates numerous federal and state regulations, including restrictions on lobbying, debarment, nondiscrimination, and utilization of diverse businesses, with certifications required from the contractor. Administrative procedures specify electronic invoicing, right of access for inspection, and performance monitoring, while the agreement emphasizes timely completion due to federal funding constraints. The solicitation, issued on August 28, 2025, invites capability statements within ten working days, with no detailed proposal format or page limits specified, and contacts are provided for inquiries.