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1. REQUEST FOR FIRM, FIXED PRICE QUOTE IN U.S. DOLLARS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS. 2. The Seattle Field Office of the U. S. Geological Survey Earthquake Science Center investigates pote... 1. REQUEST FOR FIRM, FIXED PRICE QUOTE IN U.S. DOLLARS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS. 2. The Seattle Field Office of the U. S. Geological Survey Earthquake Science Center investigates potential seismic hazards related to active faulting and requires services for seismic cone penetration test (sCPT) within the Walla Walla Valley of southeastern Washington. 3. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary, the government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the Government. Materials submitted to the Government for review will not be returned. 4. Proposed action will be awarded in accordance with FAR 12 Acquisition of commercial Products and Commercial Services and FAR 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. 5. Solicitation and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2024-04, effective 04/01/2024 Please see solicitation with CLINS, technical specifications, provisions, and clauses. 6. Unrestricted solicitation. 7. NAICS 541330 Engineering Services 8. Size Standard: $25.5M 9. USGS is tax exempt. 10. It is the responsibility of all interested parties to check periodically for any amendments to the solicitation. All Amendments must be signed and included with quote submission. 11. Evaluation. Quotes will be evaluated by best value to the government using the following factors. a. Technical capability i.To include contractor capability to perform the primary and critical aspects of the work with its own resources. b. Price c. Past performance i.To include executing projects with minimal reliance on subcontractors. 12. Deliverables: a. Signed SF18 b. Signed amendments (if applicable) c. Firm, fixed price quote d. Quote shall show provide sufficient detail for evaluation and clearly identify all requirements that can and cannot be met. e. Technical information/Capability Statement f. References or awards for similar work. g. Completed FAR 52.204-24 and FAR 52.204-26 h. SAM UEI visible on quote 13. Question submission deadline. Email Joel Berberena at jberberena@usgs.gov. by April 5, 2024, 5AM PD. Questions submitted later than this date will not be accepted. 14. Quote Submission: No later than April 12, 2024, 5AM PD. 15. All submissions will go to Joel Berberena at jberberena@usgs.gov

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Department of the Interior, United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earthquake Science Center Request for Information (RFI): Seismic Cone Penetration Testing Services in Walla Walla Valley, WA UNRESTRI... Department of the Interior, United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earthquake Science Center Request for Information (RFI): Seismic Cone Penetration Testing Services in Walla Walla Valley, WA UNRESTRICTED All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary, the government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the Government. Materials submitted to the Government for review will not be returned. NAICS Code: 541330 - Engineering Services Product Service Code (PSC): B517 - Special Studies/Analysis- Geotechnical Introduction: The USGS Earthquake Science Center seeks information from firms capable of providing Seismic Cone Penetration Testing (CPT) services in Walla Walla Valley, WA, to assist in seismic hazard assessments. Investigations aim to understand seismic risks, focusing on liquefaction susceptibility of deposits in the Walla Walla Valley. This RFI is to identify potential sources for conducting detailed sCPT as part of these efforts. Operational Details: 1. The contractor will perform sCPT to collect data necessary for assessing liquefaction susceptibility. Data collection must include tip resistance, sleeve friction, inclination data with a maximum vertical data sampling spacing of 5 cm, and shear wave velocity data with a maximum vertical spacing of 2 m. 2. Target depth for sCPTs is 20 meters at all locations, with contingency plans for shallower refusal. 3. Provision of all data in a non-proprietary digital format (.csv or .txt) alongside a comprehensive written summary report detailing findings. 4. Collaboration with USGS to finalize test sites within the Valley, ensuring suitability for data collection. 5. Acquisition of standard tip resistance, sleeve friction, pore pressure measurements, and shear wave velocity data at approximately 10 predetermined sites, focusing on the upper ~100 ft of the surface. 6. Analysis and interpretation of data to determine liquefaction potential. 7. Ensuring all sCPT holes are sealed post-testing, adhering to local and state environmental policies. 8. The USGS will provide specific site locations and secure necessary permits. RFI Information Requested: To inform our procurement strategy, the USGS is seeking detailed information from vendors that can provide the required vessel services. Interested parties are requested to submit the following: 1. Experience: Information on qualifications and experience, specifically regarding their expertise in supporting scientific missions. 2. Operational History: Examples of previous missions or projects that demonstrate experience with similar operational requirements. 3. Additional Services: Description of any additional services or capabilities that could support the USGS missions, including technological advantages or logistical support. 4. Company Information: Business size, UEI, and SAM registration status Responses and Submission Details: Submissions should be sent electronically, including all requested information and any supplementary documents, to the contact below by the specified deadline: ¿ Contact: Joel Berberena, Contracting Specialist ¿ Email: jberberena@usgs.gov ¿ Deadline: March 21, 2024 @0500 hours Pacific Standard Time Disclaimer The USGS Earthquake Science Center will use the information gathered from this RFI to inform its acquisition strategy. Participation in this RFI does not guarantee a future contract or indicate any commitment from the USGS to pursue procurement of the described services. No contractual agreement will be entered into based on responses to this RFI.