S--Snow Removal Services at WFO in East Berne, NY
ID: 1305M326Q0005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAASEATTLE, WA, 98115, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- SNOW REMOVAL/SALT (S218)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking qualified contractors to provide snow removal and bush-hogging services at the National Weather Service Radar Site in East Berne, New York. The procurement includes a base year and four option years for services that encompass snow removal for accumulations of four inches or more, sanding for icy conditions, and annual bush-hogging/weed clearing during specified months. These services are critical for maintaining safe access to the radar site during winter months and ensuring the overall upkeep of the facility. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically by December 9, 2025, at 12:00 PM MST/MDT, and are encouraged to contact Jamie Rosales at Jamie.Rosales@noaa.gov for further information.

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    The Past Performance Questionnaire is a critical document for evaluating contractor performance in government solicitations, specifically for Snow Removal Services at WFO in East Berne, NY (Solicitation 1305M326Q0005). The contractor completes initial sections detailing firm and contract information, including project description and relevance to the submission. The questionnaire is then sent to a client reference for evaluation. The document outlines clear rating definitions (Exceeds, Satisfactory, Unsatisfactory, Not Applicable) for various performance aspects such as quality, schedule, cost control, management, regulatory compliance, and overall customer satisfaction. The client reference provides ratings and explanations, and the government reserves the right to verify all submitted information. This form is essential for assessing a contractor's past performance to inform future contract awards.
    This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for snow removal, sanding, and bush-hogging services at the National Weather Radar Site in East Berne, New York. Key responsibilities include plowing and snow blowing the access road and parking lot for snowfall accumulations of four inches or more within three hours of the snow ending, with provisions for heavy snowfall and back-to-back events. Sanding is required for icy conditions on the steep slope leading to the parking lot and on sidewalks, with the contractor providing materials (sand and salt for the road, sand only for sidewalks). Additionally, annual bush-hogging and weed clearing of the entire site and access road shoulders are required in late July or early August. The contractor must use their own equipment for bush-hogging and weed clearing, and their own snowblower if the NWS-owned one is unavailable. The contractor is responsible for any damage to government property and must meet all state licensing and insurance requirements. The period of performance includes a 12-month base year and four 12-month option periods.
    This government file, Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 1305M326Q0005, outlines the addition of a Statement of Work (SOW) for snow removal, sanding, and bush-hogging services at the National Weather Radar Site in East Berne, New York. The amendment specifies that offers must acknowledge receipt to avoid rejection. The SOW details requirements for snow clearing (4+ inches accumulation), occasional sanding for icy conditions, and annual bush-hogging/weed clearing in late July or early August. Contractors must provide their own equipment (except for an optional NWS snowblower), materials for sanding, and adhere to licensing and insurance requirements. The contractor is responsible for any damage to government property. The period of performance includes a 12-month base year and four 12-month option periods.
    This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for snow removal and bush-hogging/weed clearing services at the National Weather Service Radar Site in Berne, NY. The solicitation, RFQ Number 1305M326Q0005, is a total Small Business Set-Aside with NAICS code 561730 ($9.5 Million size standard). It includes a base year and four option years, each covering snow removal (December-April, November) and bush-hogging/weed clearing (July/early August). Quotes are due by December 9, 2025, at 12:00 PM MST/MDT, and must be submitted electronically to Jamie.Rosales@noaa.gov. Evaluation will be based on technical acceptability/capability, past performance, and price, with the intent to award a low-priced, technically acceptable, firm fixed-price purchase order. Offerors must be registered in SAM, provide their UEID/CAGE CODE, and are highly recommended to conduct a site visit.
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