MAPS Bird Banding Study for Base Year and Four Option Years.

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.603 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. However, Request for Quotation (RFQ) R13PS32019 will be issued simultaneously with this announcement to facilitate receipt of electronic quotes and to view all applicable clauses and attachments. The RFQ will be issued via www.fbo.gov at the link provided in this notice or check our website http://ideasec.nbc.gov. This RFQ is issued under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), and is small business set-aside. Large businesses are encouraged to submit a quote in the event no responsive responsible small business quotes are received. For this acquisition, North American Industrial Classification System code is 541690, Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services and the small business size standard is $14 million. This RFQ document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular number 2005-69. The Bureau of Reclamation, Phoenix Area Office, Glendale, Arizona has a requirement for MAPS Bird Banding Study for a base year with four option years. The Government intends to issue an award based on the following evaluation criteria: Technical compliance with the Performance Work Statement, Past Performance and Price. Technical compliance and past performance when combined are more important than price. The RFQ contains the following: a description with quantities, and applicable clauses and provisions. Hard copies of this RFQ will not be available. Quotes are due on September 13, 2013 at 1:00 pm (local time). All responsible sources may submit a quote which, if timely received, shall be considered. Quotes must be submitted electronically. For further information you may contact Ms. Veronica Rodriguez at [email protected] or 928-343-8266. Vendors are reminded that they must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for award. Vendors can register at www.sam.gov. You will need your DUNS & Bradstreet number and banking information.