ContractSolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Chemical Vegetation Control Services, Mansfield Hollow Lake, Mansfield Center, CT
DEPT OF DEFENSE• W912WJ26QA029
Response Deadline
Jan 15, 2026
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Solicitation
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - New England District, is soliciting proposals for Chemical Vegetation Control Services at Mansfield Hollow Lake in Mansfield Center, Connecticut. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, materials, and permits to manage vegetation across approximately 55 acres, including maintenance spraying and cut stump treatments, particularly at the South Mansfield Hollow Dam. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the dam structures and surrounding areas, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Interested small business vendors must submit their quotes by January 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern, and must have an active registration in SAM.gov to be considered for the contract, which has a total value of up to $9.5 million. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Alicia LaCrosse at alicia.n.lacrosse@usace.army.mil or by phone at 978-318-8902.
Classification Codes
NAICS Code
561730
Landscaping Services
PSC Code
S208
HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING
Solicitation Documents
Amendment W912WJ26QA029-0001.pdf
PDF•3821 KB•1/14/2026
AI Summary
This document is an amendment to solicitation W912WJ26QA029, issued by W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND. The amendment, dated January 7, 2026, provides responses to industry questions and revises the descriptions for CLINS 0001 and 0002. The solicitation closing date remains January 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern. The key change involves clarifying vegetation control services: non-woody vegetation requires only chemical treatment, while 'Cut Stump Chemical Treatment' (cutting, removing, and chemically treating stumps of woody vegetation) is specifically for the South Mansfield Hollow Dam area. The original descriptions for CLINS 0001 and 0002, which previously included 'cutting and chemical vegetation control services,' have been modified to remove the 'cutting' requirement, focusing solely on chemical vegetation control for the Dike B and North Dam areas at Mansfield Hollow Lake. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
Attachments 26QA029.pdf
PDF•4051 KB•1/14/2026
AI Summary
The provided text describes two photographs taken at the South Mansfield Hollow Dam. Photo #1 shows the upstream side of the dam, highlighting woody and non-woody vegetation. Photo #2 also depicts the upstream side, but from the crest of the dam. The document focuses solely on visual descriptions, likely serving as supporting documentation for a larger project, such as an environmental assessment, infrastructure inspection, or maintenance report, within the context of government RFPs, federal grants, or state/local RFPs. The primary purpose of these descriptions is to provide visual evidence of the dam's current condition, particularly regarding vegetation on its upstream face.
Solicitation W912WJ26QA029.pdf
PDF•3281 KB•1/14/2026
AI Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is issuing a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for mechanical and chemical vegetation control services at Mansfield Hollow Lake in Mansfield Center, CT. The contract, valued at up to $9,500,000.00, requires the awarded contractor to remove and treat vegetation across approximately 55 acres, including dam structures, dikes, and the Phragmites area. Key requirements include adhering to safety regulations (EM 385-1-1), providing necessary certifications and licenses, demonstrating at least three years of experience with chemical herbicide treatments, and achieving a 90% kill rate of vegetation within 30 days of treatment. Quotes are due by January 15, 2026, and will be evaluated based on price alone. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an active status. This solicitation emphasizes strict adherence to instructions, safety protocols, and environmental protection during the project.
Amendment W912WJ26QA029-0002.pdf
PDF•3795 KB•1/14/2026
AI Summary
The document is an amendment to Solicitation Number W912WJ26QA0290002, issued by W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND, specifically for the KO CONTRACTING DIVISION. The amendment, dated January 14, 2026, extends the solicitation to provide responses to industry questions regarding vegetation management at the South Mansfield Hollow Dam. Key clarifications include that non-woody vegetation only requires chemical treatment without cutting or removal, except for the South Mansfield Hollow Dam treatment area which requires "Cut Stump Chemical Treatment" for woody vegetation. High water debris on the dam does not need to be removed. Additionally, wood chips resulting from stump removal must be placed in a designated onsite area and not on the rock rip rap slope. The solicitation closing date remains January 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern, with all other terms and conditions unchanged.
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Project Timeline
postedOriginal Solicitation PostedDec 8, 2025
amendedAmendment #1Jan 7, 2026
amendedLatest AmendmentJan 14, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineJan 15, 2026
expiryArchive DateJan 30, 2026
Agency Information
Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE ARMY
Office
W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND
Point of Contact
Place of Performance
Mansfield Center, Connecticut, UNITED STATES