S -- Wildlife Control (BASH)

The contract involves providing a comprehensive Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) wildlife control service for McConnell Air Force Base in Kansas. The contractor will implement a program aimed at reducing the risks posed by various wildlife species, including birds, foxes, coyotes, deer, and others that may enter the airfield. Methods employed in the program may include the use of trained birds of prey, pyrotechnics, harassment, trapping, relocation, regular airfield patrols, and perimeter fence monitoring. Compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations is required, and the work must be conducted in accordance with the specified performance work statement. This effort is structured as a 100% small business set-aside, with a solicitation posted around mid-November 2006. The initial contract period covers one year beginning in February 2007, with four additional option years available. The contract includes provisions for an ombudsman to address concerns from offerors and other stakeholders confidentially, without impacting official contract processes or decision-making authority. Prior to contacting the ombudsman, parties must first seek resolution through the contracting officer. The ombudsman can assist in facilitating resolutions but cannot impose binding decisions. Specific contact information for both the MAJCOM and Air Force level ombudsmen is provided. Routine inquiries about the solicitation, including requests for copies and technical clarifications, are to be directed to the contracting officer rather than the ombudsman. The contractor point of contact is Kenneth Butler, and the contract is classified under NAICS code 561710 with the Federal Supply Classification code S216.