USDI, National Park Service, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Bldg. 201, Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA 94123

B -- MONITORING OF ROCKY INTERTIDAL COMMUNITIES WITHIN THE GULF OF THE FARRALLONES NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY: MAINLAND Sol 1443-RP-8140-95-047. Due 081595. Contact Kris Swofford, 415-556-0818. Conduct field work, laboratory and data analyses of the rocky intertidal habitat. The contractor shall furnish all facilities, supplies, materials, data, and services to assess and report on the algal and sessile invertebrates of the rocky intertidal areas of the GFNMS and northern portion of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS), from Bodega Head, Sonoma County, south through San Mateo County, Pigeon Point, Bean Hollow, south end of Rodeo Cove, Slide Ranch, Duxbury Reef or Agate Beach, south side of Estero Americano, Pinnacle Rock, and Bodega Head, not including the San Francisco Bay. The objectives of this project are to 1) establish non-destructive, stratified random and permanent sampling quadrats within the mainland intertidal areas of the GFNMS and northern portion of the MBNMS; 2) determine species inventory for the intertidal communities; 3) determine density and percent cover within stratified random and permanent quadrats; 4) determine density of selected sessile organisms; 5) photo-document, collect and archive voucher specimens from the intertidal areas for future reference. The contract is anticipated for a twelve month period with options to continue an additional two years. At the conclusion of two sampling years, the contractor shall develop recommendations for sampling techniques used for natural resources damage assessment and adequate sample size for quadrats (random and permanent). Methods to be used shall include photo and point quadrats (30 x 50 cm areas). Each quadrat will be assessed in the field, using the point contact method. A minimum of 96 quadrats will be assessed twice per year. The criteria listed below in descending order will be evaluated in selecting a qualified firm to perform this contract. Prospective contractors must be able t6o demonstrate through either previous experience or schooling, knowledge and ability of the following: 1) Field research, habitat assessment techniques used in this type of study; 2) Identification of northern or central California algae; 3) Technical writing ability; 4) Ability to administer programs of this size; 5) Ability to present complex scientific materials in a clear and concise manner. The SIC 8731 has been assigned to this acquisition. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered. Written or facsimile requests for solicitation are preferred (Fax 415/556-7554). (177)

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