SOLICITATION NOTICE
F -- James River Sturgeon - Solicitation to EA133F-10-RQ-0630
- Notice Date
- 7/17/2010
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 813312
— Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations
- Contracting Office
- Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Eastern Region Acquisition Division, Norfolk Federal Building, 200 Granby Street, Norfolk, Virginia, 23510
- ZIP Code
- 23510
- Solicitation Number
- EA133F-10-RFQ-0630
- Archive Date
- 8/17/2010
- Point of Contact
- Timothy Wampler, Phone: 757-441-6563, Brendon J Johnson, Phone: 757-441-3344
- E-Mail Address
-
Timothy.Wampler@noaa.gov, brendon.johnson@noaa.gov
(Timothy.Wampler@noaa.gov, brendon.johnson@noaa.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Solicitation/Statement of Work/Clauses to EA133F-10-RQ-0630 Synopsis: The Eastern Region Acquisition Division (ERAD) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in Norfolk, VA is soliciting quotes, on behalf of the Protected Resources Division of the Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC) of the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) for a priority research project relative to Atlantic Sturgeon in the James River. The primary objectives of this study are to gather data on the migration patterns and habitat utilization of Atlantic sturgeon in the James River. A temporal and spatial description of sturgeon movement and habitat occupation is needed. It is necessary for this information to be presented in Geospatial (GIS) analysis to determine life stage specific trends. Also, tracks will need to be integrated into high-resolution benthic maps to further resolve habitat use where possible. A secondary objective focuses on identifying potential spawning habitat by overlaying adult tracks in the spring and fall with the benthic maps of the James River. Another objective of this study would be to continue population monitoring. This would include the continuation of a relative abundance survey in the James so that population abundance trends can be accurately determined. Data to support the description of critical population parameters, including abundance, age, size structure, and growth will be collected including tissue samples for genetics. Mark and recapture efforts in the James will be continued and the information presented in any interim and final reports to NMFS. If additional funding is available to continue this work over the course of four option years, this will allow for a very robust population monitoring program that will provide needed data to develop a population estimate for the James River subpopulation which is critical to recovery efforts. Tasks to be completed include the following: 1) Continue to deploy the sonic array consisting of 40-45 receivers in this area and maintain it for at least one additional year. This array will stretch from the lower James River near river mile 28 (Burwell Bay) to river mile 75 (Rockets deep water terminal), and it will provide 24 hour remote tracking year round. 2) Some gill net sampling will be conducted to continue population monitoring efforts in order to gather information necessary for developing a robust population estimate for the James River subpopulation. From this sampling effort, at least five additional sturgeon will be implanted with transmitters (using VEMCO V16 transmitters or a similar type), tracked using the VEMCO array (existing and augmented by 2 new VR2W wireless passive receivers), and released. 3) Subsequent tracks from the over sixty fish that are carrying transmitters will be examined by life stage (adults>1550mmTL, sub adults<1150 and YOY<550mm) for habitat use patterns to identify temporal and spatial migration trends and patterns in habitat occupation. This information will be displayed in GIS maps. 4) Adult tracks in the spring will be cross referenced with benthic habitat maps to determine potential spawning habitats and this information shared with other partners who are leading spawning habitat restoration efforts. 5) Habitat use patterns will be examined by life stage (adult/sub-adult) and river mile to determine guidelines for time/area regulations and improved area based abundance models. This information will be displayed in GIS maps. 6) Migration patterns will be examined for temporal and spatial trends as well as relationships with physical parameters such as temperature, moon cycle and potentially tide levels. This information will be displayed in GIS maps. This is a full and open solicitation. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the acquisition is 813312. NOAA anticipates 1 contract award as a result of this solicitation. The solicitation and proposed fixed price contract will be issued utilizing the test procedures identified in FAR Subpart 13.5, Test Program For Certain Commercial Items and will be evaluated on a best value basis wherein the following non-price factors (Factors 1 and 2), listed in descending order of importance, when combined, are significantly more important than price (Factor 3): Factor 1 - Experience, Factor 2 - Past Performance, Factor 3- Price. All responsible sources may submit a quote that shall be considered by the agency. To be eligible for award, vendors must be registered with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR): www.ccr.gov and obtain a DUNS number by calling 1-800-333-0505. Prospective contractors are also required to complete electronic annual representations and certifications at http://orca.bpn.gov in conjunction with the required CCR registration. A copy of the solicitation is attached to this announcement as a downloadable Word file. Quotes will be due on August 2, 2010 by 4:00 P.M. A hard copy of the solicitation will be provided in response to a written or faxed request received directly from the requestor. Telephone requests for hard copies will not be honored. Requests for hard copies of the solicitation may be faxed to (757) 664-3640. Quotes will be accepted electronically at the following email address: Timothy.Wampler@noaa.gov and via facsimile at (757) 664-3640.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: James River, Virginia, United States
- Record
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