Snow Removal for FISL and NTDP
ID: 116419Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA FOREST SERVICE-SPOC EASTWashington, DC, 202500001, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- SNOW REMOVAL/SALT (S218)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/8e381a3cded1412cb9cda3ad21fc35ba/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA Forest Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide snow removal services for the Fire Science Laboratory (FISL) and the National Technology and Development Program (NTDP) located in Missoula, Montana. The contractor will be responsible for ensuring safe and accessible campuses during business hours, with services triggered by weather conditions, including immediate salting and de-icing for light snow or ice. This procurement is critical for maintaining operational safety and accessibility during winter months, covering approximately 90,000 square feet of parking lots and 1750 linear feet of sidewalks at FISL, along with similar areas at NTDP. Interested parties must submit their quotations by January 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, and can reach out to Arthur Courtney at arthur.courtney@usda.gov for further inquiries.

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    Arthur Courtney
    arthur.courtney@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1. Solicitation Terms and Conditions.pdf
    The government is seeking snow removal services for the Fire Sciences Laboratory (FISL) and National Technology and Development Program (NTDP) in Missoula, Montana. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining a safe and accessible campus from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on business days. The solicitation includes attachments such as the Schedule of Items, Statement of Work, Site Map, and Wage Determination. A firm-fixed-price requirements contract is anticipated, with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, not exceeding five years in total. Contractors must submit pricing for all items to be considered. Award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable offer, with evaluation criteria including price, technical acceptability, and past performance. A site visit is recommended, and questions are due by December 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. Small businesses must be within a 100-mile radius of the performance location.
    Attachment 2. Schedule Of Items.pdf
    This government file outlines the
    Attachment 3. Statement of Work_ Snow Removal.pdf
    The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service requires snow removal services for the Missoula Fire Sciences Laboratory (FiSL) and National Technology Development Program (NTDP) complex. The scope of work includes maintaining safe and accessible campuses for employees and visitors from 0600 to 1800 on business days. Services are triggered by weather conditions or forecasts, with immediate salting/de-icing for one inch or less of snow or ice. Snow removal covers approximately 90,000 sq ft of parking lots at FiSL and 60,000 sq ft at NTDP, plus 1750 linear ft of sidewalks at FiSL and 650 linear ft at NTDP. General snow removal, plowing, and shoveling tasks are detailed, with specific accumulation thresholds and timing requirements. Snow must be stored in designated areas, and sand/gravel applied after plowing needs to be removed at the end of the season. The contractor must provide a supervisor with at least six months of experience, and all vehicle operators must be licensed.
    Attachment 4. Site Map.pdf
    Attachment A: Site Map details key outdoor features, including the Parking Lot, Sidewalk, and Snow Pile Area. This document, likely part of a federal or state/local RFP or grant, provides essential geographical context for planning or operational purposes. It outlines crucial areas for site navigation, maintenance, and facility management. The inclusion of a snow pile area suggests considerations for winter weather management and logistical planning. This site map is fundamental for understanding the layout and operational zones of the specified location.
    Attachment 5. Wage Determinations.pdf
    Combined Synopsis_Solicitation.pdf
    The USDA, US Forest Service issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (Notice ID: 116419) for snow removal services at the Fire Science Laboratory (FISL) and National Technology and Development Program (NTDP) in Missoula, MT. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) set aside for small businesses, with offers due by January 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The applicable NAICS code is 561730 with a small business size standard of $9.5 million. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov. Interested parties are encouraged to review "Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions" for detailed instructions and evaluation criteria. The document also outlines the USDA's Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) as an alternative to external litigation for resolving procurement concerns, providing both informal and formal protest procedures.
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