Idaho Panhandle National Forests, 3815 Schreiber Way, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814-8363 15

R -- CADASTRAL SURVEY SERVICES SOL RFP R1-04-97-42 DUE 040197 POC Contact Contract Clerk (208) 765-7497 Cadastral Survey Services, indefinite quantity/indefinite delivery multiple contract for 5 years. Up to three contracts will be awarded based on geographical zones (North, Central, and South) for the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. Mineral retracement experience required. Licensed Idaho or Washington surveyor required for all projects. Firms having a current (submitted after 10/1/96) SF-254 on file with the Idaho Panhandle National Forests need not file again, but must submit a completed SF-255 for this project by April 1, 1997, C.O.B., to the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, 3815 Schreiber Way, Coeur d Alene, Idaho 83814, ATTN: David Hallen. All other firms must submit both a completed SF-254 and SF-255 by the above due dates. To obtain forms, call 208-765-7497. In order for a firm to be considered, they must show proof of qualification for the professional(s) in charge by providing the following: States registered in, state registration number, date of registration and registration expiration date. Firms responding to this announcement before the closing date will be considered for selection, subject to any limitations indicated with respect to size and geographic location of firm, specialized technical expertise or other requirements listed. Following an initial evaluation of the qualification and performance data submitted, three or more firms considered to be the most highly qualified to provide the type of services required, will be chosen for negotiation. Selection of firms for negotiation shall be through an order of preference based on demonstrated competence and qualifications necessary for the satisfactory performance of the type of professional services required, that include: (1) Professional qualifications necessary for satisfactory performance of required services; (2) Specialized experience and technical competence in the type of work required; (3) Capacity to accomplish the work in the required time; (4) Past performance on contracts with Government agencies and private industry in terms of cost control, quality of work, and compliance with performance schedules; (5) Location in the general geographical area of the project and knowledge of the locality of the project, provided that application of this criterion leaves an appropriate number of qualified firms, given the nature and size of the project; (6) Additional points may be assigned or credit given to potential contractors that are or will subcontract with certified 8(a) or other small disadvantage businesses. Not set-aside for small business. (0045)

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