Grounds Maintenance Services
ID: W15QKN-25-X-17BHType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

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HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking contractors to provide grounds maintenance services for the 99th Readiness Division in Cumberland, Maryland. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of the service, including personnel, tools, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, with the goal of maintaining healthy landscaping and a professional appearance across specified areas. This contract will span one base year with four optional years, and key tasks include mowing, edging, trimming, and seasonal clean-up, all governed by a Performance Work Statement (PWS) that emphasizes quality control and adherence to safety and environmental standards. Interested parties should contact Polia Quiles at polia.m.quiles.civ@army.mil or Katie J. Lyons at katie.j.lyons.civ@army.mil for further details.

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    The document outlines the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for a non-personal services contract to provide grounds maintenance for the 99th Readiness Division in FY 2025. The contractor is responsible for all aspects of the service, including personnel, tools, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The primary goal is to maintain healthy landscaping and a professional appearance across specified areas, with a contract period of one base year and four optional years. Key tasks include mowing, edging, trimming, spring/fall clean-up, and weeding of planting beds, with specific frequencies and standards defined. Quality control measures involve a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan and mandatory reporting of performance data. The contractor must ensure adequate workforce management, compliance with safety regulations, and environmental responsibilities. Personnel are required to complete security and operational training within set timelines, ensuring a smooth integration into the government facility. The document establishes strict guidelines for contractor conduct, the maintenance of government property, and adherence to security protocols, emphasizing the importance of quality service and governmental compliance within the context of federal contracts.
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