ODV Vegetative Management IDIQ
ID: W9127N25R1519Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST PORTLANDPORTLAND, OR, 97204-3495, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5a5e6e2c65264165928c50544a830e21/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District, is seeking qualified contractors for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract focused on vegetation management services in the Willamette Valley and Rogue River Basin Projects. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining Vegetation-Free Zones around 15 interconnected dams, which includes services such as tree and shrub clearing, debris removal, herbicide application, and biological control using goats, all while adhering to strict environmental regulations. This initiative is crucial for ensuring accessibility for surveillance and maintenance of critical infrastructure, supporting federal objectives for environmental stewardship in Oregon. Interested parties, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), should contact Joshua Mahon at joshua.d.mahon@usace.army.mil or 503-808-5014 for further details, as the contract spans five years from the award date and emphasizes quality control and safety compliance.

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    ODV Vegetation Removal IDIQ - DRAFT PWS.pdf
    The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District has issued a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for vegetation management services in the Willamette Valley and Rogue River Basin Projects. The contractor will maintain Vegetation-Free Zones around 15 interconnected dams to ensure accessibility for surveillance and maintenance. Services include tree and shrub clearing, debris removal, herbicide application, succession control mowing, and biological control using goats. Work locations will be defined in individual task orders, and the contract spans five years from the award date. Quality control will be critical, with contractors required to meet performance thresholds assessed through various validation methods. Specific herbicides must comply with environmental regulations, and services will be assessed for effectiveness in pest control and vegetation management. The contractor must also maintain comprehensive safety and emergency management plans and comply with federal, state, and local regulations to mitigate environmental impact. The bid process will involve adhering to strict guidelines for mobilization, invoicing, and reporting accidents. The contract emphasizes government oversight, requiring clear communication and coordination between contractors and government representatives throughout the project duration. This initiative supports federal objectives for infrastructure maintenance and environmental stewardship in Oregon.
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