Presolicitation notice - Cultural Resources -NRCS Massachusetts

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The opportunity involves a presolicitation notice for cultural resources services in Massachusetts, issued by the USDA's Farm Production and Conservation Business Center. The project aims to fulfill the need for specialized expertise in managing and preserving cultural resources as part of the National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) initiatives. The core objective is to ensure compliance with federal regulations regarding cultural resource management while supporting agricultural practices.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Agriculture, specifically the Farm Production and Conservation Business Center, Acquisition Division, located in Washington, DC, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is Chanda Sow, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: August 3, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 13, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS

The contract type has not been explicitly stated in the provided information. Additionally, there is no mention of the estimated contract value or budget range, nor any option years.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Certifications and Registrations: Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• Security Clearances: No specific security clearances are mentioned.
• Set-Aside Restrictions: No specific set-aside restrictions are indicated.
• Geographic Restrictions: Services must be performed in Massachusetts.
• Experience Requirements: No minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are detailed.
• Bonding or Insurance Requirements: Not specified.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

The RFP emphasizes the need for technical expertise in cultural resource management, including knowledge of federal and state regulations, methodologies for assessing cultural resources, and experience in conducting surveys and evaluations. Specific tools, platforms, or standards are not mentioned.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables and performance standards have not been detailed in the provided information. Bidders should be prepared to outline their approach to deliverables related to cultural resource assessments and compliance reporting.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The evaluation criteria for proposals have not been explicitly stated. Bidders should anticipate that proposals will be evaluated based on technical approach, past performance, and price, though the weighting of these factors is not provided.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders with the following qualifications may have a competitive advantage:

• Preferred Certifications: Additional certifications in cultural resource management or related fields may be beneficial.
• Experience Types: Experience with federal agricultural programs or similar projects may be favorably considered.

In summary, bidders should ensure they are registered in SAM.gov and have the necessary expertise in cultural resource management to align with the NRCS's objectives in Massachusetts. While specific contract details and evaluation criteria are limited, a strong technical proposal that demonstrates relevant experience and capabilities will be essential for consideration.