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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF SEPTEMBER 18, 2008 FBO #2488
DOCUMENT

A -- Cache la Poudre River General Investigation Study - Solicitation

Notice Date

9/16/2008
 

Notice Type

Solicitation
 

NAICS

541620 — Environmental Consulting Services
 

Contracting Office

Department of the Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Army Engineer District, Omaha, Attn: CENWO- CT, 1616 Capital Ave, Omaha, Nebraska, 68102-4901, United States
 

ZIP Code

68102-4901
 

Solicitation Number

W9128F-08-T-0129
 

Response Due

9/18/2008
 

Archive Date

10/3/2008
 

Point of Contact

Stephanie A Rostermundt, Phone: 402-995-2083
 

E-Mail Address

Stephanie.A.Rostermundt@usace.army.mil
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Total Small Business
 

Description

STUDY AREA The Cache La Poudre River is a left bank tributary to the South Platte River with headwaters in the Rocky Mountain National Park. The study area includes the flood plain from the confluence of the South Platte River, upstream approximately 17 miles (which includes the City of Greeley). A seven-mile reach in the City will be the focus of flood damage reduction efforts. Solutions to alleviate flooding may include, channel improvements, acquiring floodway corridor areas, creating over-bank open space flood areas, and other measures. BACKGROUND The Cache La Poudre River basin, which drains 1,890 square miles and includes the City of Greeley, is subject to severe flooding caused by intense rainfall from localized thunderstorms in May through September. The potential for floods is also increased from May through July due to rapid snowmelt from the Rocky Mountains. The City of Greeley has experienced fifteen major floods over the past 100 years, most recently in 1999 and 1983. The 100-year discharge is 10,800 cfs at Greeley. The 1983 discharge was recorded at 8,200 cfs; however, the 1904 flood event discharge was estimated to be 18,000 cfs. Another major concern in the basin is the degradation of habitat in the riparian corridor. As stated in a letter from the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, biologists describe the Cache la Poudre River that flows through Greeley as low elevation Cottonwood-Willow Riparian Habitat. This ecosystem provides the most important wildlife habitat in Colorado in terms of species diversity and abundance. Low elevation riparian corridors are also among the most disturbed by humans, and the river as it flows through Greeley is a prime example of the impacts to low elevation river bottoms. Channelization, gravel mining, wetland destruction, water quality issues, and many other human influences have had a major impact on the quality of riparian habitat along the Cache la Poudre River and the wildlife dependent on this waterway. The major goals of the study and subsequent project(s) would be to reduce the potential for property damage to existing development in the flood plain, reduce injuries and deaths caused by river flooding, and to restore riparian habitat in the river corridor. Another goal of the effort would be to provide recreational opportunities along the channel, including connection with a regional trail system and possible National Park Designation in the existing River Heritage Corridor. The Cache la Poudre River Floodway Improvement Program has been established by the City of Greeley to explore ways to protect property owners and adjacent areas from Cache la Poudre River flooding and to develop improved environmental habitat and recreational opportunities along the river corridor. GENERAL SCOPE It is national policy that fish and wildlife resources conservation be given consideration in the formulation and evaluation of alternative plans. Current planning guidance specifies that the Federal objective of water and related land resources planning is to contribute to national economic development consistent with protecting the Nation's environment, pursuant to national environmental statutes, and applicable executive orders. The immediate goal of this work is to identify and record the diversity of wildlife found in and along the project area. In addition to identifying the species of plants and animals present in the study area, habitat delineation and quantification is required in order to fully understand and consider the affected resources within the project area. Tasks requested will focus on describing current habitat type & condition, potential species occurrences, and potential riparian ecosystem improvements that could be accomplished within the scope of the Greeley project. The Contractor shall provide a list of qualifications of all personnel assigned to perform the tasks contained in this contract. The Contractor shall utilize the appropriate personnel with the required expertise to perform the tasks contained in this contract and will notify the Corps of personnel reassignments. Changes in personnel assigned to perform the tasks in this contract must be approved by the Corps personnel. INFORMATION PROVIDED The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will provide the following: • The most current draft of the feasibility report • Current Cache la Poudre GI - Phase 1 deliverables • Hydrology data associated with the feasibility report • Map illustrating the project boundary • The Cache la Poudre 905b report ASSUMPTIONS • The Contractor possesses the appropriate personnel, material, expertise in Colorado high plains riparian ecosystems, equipment, transportation, etc. required to perform work described in this SOW. • It is within the Contractor's capacity and expertise to conduct the requested services efficiently and accurately within the specified timeframe. • The Contractor shall plan activities, schedule activities and milestones, described the status of resources, report on activity and progress toward accomplishing the requested tasks, and document the results of project efforts. TASKS The phrase, "The Contractor shall," means that the firm selected for this procurement will, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, guidance, and policies, furnish the necessary personnel, services, products, materials, equipment, knowledge, and expertise to successfully complete the tasks required under this contract. Task 1. Literature Review and Historical Data Survey. Identify ecological data, studies and other efforts that have been conducted in the on the Cache la Poudre within the study area, including past, current and future projects and research, reports, maps, photos, GIS files, and technical data to describe physical characteristics and condition of the reach. An annotated list of sources should be developed concerning natural resources, such as water quality, biodiversity, and ecology. The identification resource data should be conducted with the cooperation of the federal, state, and local agencies as well as non-profit organizations. Individuals who have been actively working in the region and reviewing library catalogues and journal databases should also be contacted as well. Research available state wildlife habitat range maps, threatened and endangered species, and Colorado Division of Wildlife county wildlife lists. Task 2. Fauna Inventories. Inventories of wildlife species including mammals, avian, reptiles, amphibians, and macroinvertebrates known to occur near or within the project area including aquatic and terrestrial should be accomplished by field surveys and consultation with the USFWS and the CDOW. At least four separate site visits are required to ensure a comprehensive and accurate account of wildlife resources present within or near the project area and account for migration patterns and seasonality. A list of federally threatened and endangered species, candidate species, and state-listed species of concern should also be developed by consultation with the USFWS, the CDOW, and other relevant government agencies and academic institutions. Task 3. Floristic Inventories. An inventory of plant species and plant communities should be developed using field surveys and coordination with federal, state, and local agencies as well as nonprofit organizations and academic institutions. In order to account for seasonality, at least two separate site visits are required to ensure a comprehensive and accurate account of vegetative resources present within or near the project area. Task 4. Describe existing watershed condition to establish a watershed baseline. The description will include major water features, water quality, water usage, water supply, designated beneficial uses, point and nonpoint sources of water pollution, population, infrastructure, land use, vegetation, habitat, and wildlife. Task 5. Delineate existing habitat types within and near the project area. Using field surveys and consultation with federal, state, local and regional agencies, academic institutions, museums, nongovernmental organizations, and other relevant experts with the ecological and biological fields the Contractor shall identify and describe existing habitat types near and within the project area. Task 6. Potential Restoration Benefits. Conduct phone interviews and consult with local and regional naturalists, government agencies, museums, biological consultants, and other relevant experts on how various species may benefit from the restoration. Identify which new species or uses may occur in the project area after restoration. Design criteria needed to achieve benefits for key species will be noted as appropriate. DELIVERABLES All work products resulting from the performance of this contract are the property of the Corps of Engineers. The Contractor shall not publish or otherwise release, distribute, or disclose any work product generated under this contract without obtaining the Corps of Engineer's express written approval. Task 1. (Provide 3 hard copies and one electronic copy by November 2008) The Contractor shall prepare a literature review and historical data survey report that includes maps, photos, GIS files, and any other data that accurately describes the physical characteristic and conditions the reach. Task 2. (Provide 3 hard copies and one electronic copy by September 2009) Contractor shall submit an inventory of the wildlife species found within and near (1/2 mile) the project area including a map(s), showing identified habitats and populations, threatened and endangered species, and state-listed species of concern. Display results of Colorado Natural Heritage Information Center search labeled or symbolized such that individual classes of observations (e.g., "listed endangered" or "listed threatened") may be identified. Display species that are listed as threatened or endangered pursuant to the federal Endangered Species Act. Display range of state- or federally listed threatened or endangered species, if known. Task 3. (Provide 3 hard copies and one electronic copy by September 2009) The Contractor shall submit an inventory of the plant species and plant communities within and near (1/2 mile) the project area including a map(s), showing identified native plant communities, noxious/invasive weed colonies, threatened and endangered species, and state-listed species of concern. Display results of Colorado Natural Heritage Information Center search labeled or symbolized such that individual classes of observations (e.g., "listed endangered" or "listed threatened") may be identified. Display species that are listed as threatened or endangered pursuant to the federal Endangered Species Act. Display range of state- or federally listed threatened or endangered species, if known. Task 4. (Provide 3 hard copies and one electronic copy by March 2009) The Contractor shall submit a delineation report containing a description of each habitat type identified and quantity (in acres) and a map of the existing habitat types. The report shall: • Display jurisdictional waters • Display results of field survey of potential wetlands within the project area with labels or symbols that enable identification of the individual resources • Display wetland restoration, creation, and enhancement potential within to enable identification of the potential use • Display sufficient area surrounding the project area to display wetlands identified on the National Wetland Inventory (NWI), the Local Wetland Inventory (LWI), and other water bodies including streams, channels, and rivers. Label or symbolize the features to enable identification of individual classes of features • Display habitat types within and near (1/2 mile) the project area. Task 5. (Provide 3 hard copies and one electronic copy by September 2009) The Contractor shall submit a written report on the Potential Restoration Benefits analysis. All consultation activities shall be recorded and contacts provided.
 

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