Grounds Maintenance - Joint Base Charleston, SC
ID: FA441824R0012Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4418 628 CONS PKJOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SC, 29404-5021, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance services at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining improved and semi-improved grounds, ensuring a clean and professional landscaping appearance, and adhering to all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. This procurement is critical for promoting the growth of healthy vegetation and maintaining the overall aesthetic and operational integrity of the base. Interested parties must attend a mandatory site visit on November 7th and 8th to understand the requirements fully, and they can contact Roger "Dale" Crews at roger.crews@us.af.mil or 843-963-3568 for further information.

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    The Grounds Maintenance Performance Work Statement outlines the contractor's responsibilities for providing comprehensive grounds maintenance services at Joint Base Charleston. Key objectives include maintaining improved and semi-improved grounds, ensuring clean and professional landscaping appearance, and adhering to federal, state, and local regulations. Specific tasks involve mowing, trimming, weed control, irrigation, playground maintenance, and debris removal across various designated areas. The contractor must implement quality control measures, with performance evaluations based on customer satisfaction and compliance with service standards. Additionally, the document stipulates requirements for safety, environmental protection, pest management, and adherence to security protocols necessary for accessing restricted areas. Key performance areas include the maintenance of vegetation, surface drainage systems, and emergency response services. The contractor must also manage hazardous materials and maintain clear communication with designated government representatives throughout the contract duration. This document serves as a detailed guideline for executing grounds maintenance effectively, reflecting the government’s commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship.
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