Opportunity Information: Apply for W9126G 20 2 SOI 1574
The Natural Resources Program Support at Hanscom AFB opportunity (W9126G-20-2-SOI-1574) is a Department of Defense request for statements of interest intended to identify qualified investigators or organizations to support the US Air Force in implementing its Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) under the Sikes Act (16 USC 670c-1). The work is tied to natural resources compliance and stewardship at Hanscom Air Force Base in Massachusetts, with a strong emphasis on field-based biological support, particularly bird survey and monitoring activities. Rather than requesting a full proposal up front, the government is using a short qualifications-based screening process to decide who will be invited to submit a complete study proposal later.
Funding for the base year is expected to be about $20,000, with the possibility of additional funds in later fiscal years for added tasks or follow-on efforts if the initial work goes well. The anticipated agreement structure is a cooperative agreement awarded through the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program, reflecting the Sikes Act authority that allows military departments to partner with states, local governments, tribes, NGOs, and individuals. A key eligibility restriction is that applicants must be non-federal partners in the CESU Program, with the notice indicating a preference or primary alignment with the Gulf Coast CESU Region. The CESU Network indirect cost rate of 17.5% may apply, but only if both parties mutually agree and officially authorize its use.
The core technical focus described centers on shorebird-related management and monitoring consistent with a Shorebird Plan. The listed objective includes outreach and education at Fourth Cliff to reduce disturbance to nesting shorebirds by visitors, along with collecting and compiling data on shorebird abundance and productivity for nesting species. Specific species of interest include piping plovers and least terns, and the monitoring window is expected to extend beyond the typical nesting season to also cover fall shorebird migration, with the goal of capturing data on red knot presence and abundance. In practice, this implies a mix of field surveys, data management and reporting, and public-facing education or coordination measures designed to improve nesting success and reduce human impacts.
The performance period is structured as a 12-month base year with four option years, suggesting the Air Force is interested in building continuity across multiple seasons if performance and funding allow. At this stage, the government is not asking for a study plan or budget. Instead, interested parties must submit a concise statement of interest and qualifications, limited to two pages, single-spaced, 12-point font, sent by email to the listed USACE contacts. The requested package must include basic identifiers and contact details (name, organization, CAGE code, DUNS number, and email), plus a short qualifications narrative that covers a biographical sketch, relevant past projects and clients, the staff/faculty/students available and their expertise, and any capabilities that would support successful delivery (for example, specialized equipment, field capacity, or access to facilities).
Statements of interest are reviewed by an evaluation board at the receiving installation or activity, and selections are made based on how well an applicant's experience and capabilities match the project needs. The review process is designed to narrow the field to the best-fit candidates, who will then be invited to submit a full proposal. The timeline in the notice indicates the request must be posted for at least 10 working days, with review beginning on February 14, 2020, and the original closing date also listed as February 14, 2020. For questions or submissions, the points of contact are Alisa Marshall (USACE Contract Specialist) and Sarah Miller (USACE Project Manager) at the provided email addresses.Apply for W9126G 20 2 SOI 1574
- The Department of Defense, Fort Worth District in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Natural Resources Support Handscome AFB" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.005.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 14, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 14, 2020. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FAQs: Natural Resources Program Support at Hanscom AFB (W9126G-20-2-SOI-1574)
What is this opportunity?
This is a Department of Defense (DoD) request for statements of interest (SOI) to identify qualified investigators or organizations to support the US Air Force with natural resources compliance and stewardship at Hanscom Air Force Base (AFB) in Massachusetts.
Is the government asking for a full proposal right now?
No. At this stage, the government is using a short, qualifications-based screening process. Interested parties submit a concise statement of interest and qualifications, and only selected candidates will be invited later to submit a complete study proposal.
What law or management framework is this work supporting?
The work supports implementation of the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) under the Sikes Act (16 USC 670c-1).
What is the primary technical focus of the work?
The opportunity emphasizes field-based biological support, particularly bird survey and monitoring activities tied to shorebird-related management and monitoring consistent with a Shorebird Plan.
Which locations are mentioned for outreach and education activities?
Outreach and education are specifically mentioned for Fourth Cliff, with the intent of reducing disturbance to nesting shorebirds by visitors.
Which bird species are specifically called out?
Species of interest specifically include piping plovers and least terns. The notice also indicates a goal of capturing data on red knot presence and abundance during fall migration.
What kinds of tasks does the government appear to be looking for?
Based on the description, the work implies a mix of field surveys, collecting and compiling data on shorebird abundance and productivity for nesting species, data management and reporting, and public-facing outreach/education or coordination measures to reduce human impacts and improve nesting success.
Does the monitoring period cover only the nesting season?
No. The notice indicates monitoring is expected to extend beyond the typical nesting season to also cover fall shorebird migration, with attention to red knot presence and abundance.
What is the anticipated funding amount?
Funding for the base year is expected to be about $20,000. The notice also indicates the possibility of additional funds in later fiscal years for added tasks or follow-on efforts if the initial work goes well.
What type of award instrument is anticipated?
The anticipated agreement structure is a cooperative agreement awarded through the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program.
Who is eligible to submit a statement of interest?
Applicants must be non-federal partners in the CESU Program. The notice indicates a preference or primary alignment with the Gulf Coast CESU Region.
Is there an indirect cost rate mentioned?
Yes. The CESU Network indirect cost rate of 17.5% may apply, but only if both parties mutually agree and officially authorize its use.
What is the performance period?
The performance period is structured as a 12-month base year with four option years, suggesting potential continuity across multiple seasons if performance and funding allow.
What exactly must be submitted in response to this notice?
Interested parties must submit a concise statement of interest and qualifications. The package must include basic identifiers and contact details (name, organization, CAGE code, DUNS number, and email) and a short qualifications narrative.
What should be included in the qualifications narrative?
The qualifications narrative should cover a biographical sketch, relevant past projects and clients, the staff/faculty/students available and their expertise, and any capabilities that would support successful delivery (for example, specialized equipment, field capacity, or access to facilities).
What are the formatting and length requirements for the statement of interest?
The statement is limited to two pages, single-spaced, in 12-point font.
How should the statement of interest be submitted?
It must be sent by email to the listed USACE contacts.
How will statements of interest be evaluated?
Statements are reviewed by an evaluation board at the receiving installation or activity. Selections are made based on how well the applicant's experience and capabilities match the project needs, with the goal of identifying the best-fit candidates to invite for a full proposal later.
When does the review process begin, and what is the closing date?
The notice indicates the request must be posted for at least 10 working days, with review beginning on February 14, 2020. The original closing date is also listed as February 14, 2020.
Who are the points of contact for questions or submissions?
The points of contact are Alisa Marshall (USACE Contract Specialist) and Sarah Miller (USACE Project Manager) at the email addresses provided in the notice.
What happens after the statement of interest stage?
The government plans to narrow the field to the best-fit candidates based on qualifications. Selected candidates will then be invited to submit a complete study proposal at a later stage.
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