Landscaping Services for Siuslaw NF, Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area
ID: 1240BK24Q0124Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICESIUSLAW NATIONAL FORESTCORVALLIS, OR, 97331, 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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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide landscaping services for the Siuslaw National Forest, particularly within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. The procurement aims to maintain several campgrounds, ensuring cleanliness and aesthetic appeal while adhering to environmental stewardship practices. This contract, valued at an estimated $9.5 million, is set aside for small businesses, with a focus on economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (EDWOSB). Interested contractors must submit their proposals by September 10, 2024, to Paula S. Winningham at paula.winningham@usda.gov, following the guidelines outlined in the solicitation documents.

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    Paula S. Winningham
    paula.winningham@usda.gov
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    The document serves as a safety and informational guide for the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, highlighting emergency protocols and recreational opportunities. It advises against approaching beaches during potential tsunami threats and provides contact information for further safety details through government resources. It also outlines camping options, including reservations for developed campgrounds and specific access for sand camp sites. The unique ecological landscape of the area, formed over 55 million years, features diverse ecosystems and recreational activities such as hiking, off-highway vehicle riding, and fishing. The document emphasizes the importance of environmental stewardship and management challenges posed by invasive species like European beachgrass, which threatens local biodiversity, specifically the endangered Western Snowy Plover. It encourages visitors to respect wildlife regulations, particularly from March to September, protecting nesting plovers by adhering to designated rules. Overall, the guide captures the essence of conservation, recreation, and public safety within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, maintaining a focus on visitor engagement and environmental protection.
    The document outlines a federal solicitation for landscaping services by the USDA-Forest Service, specifically targeting women-owned small businesses. The combined synopsis/solicitation invites offers for the landscaping of several campgrounds within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, with a total estimated award amount of $9.5 million. The solicitation, identified as RFQ #1240BK24Q0124, specifies that offers are due by September 10, 2024, and requires bidders to submit technical and price proposals along with necessary representations and certifications. Evaluation criteria include past performance, technical capabilities, experience, quality control plans, and proposed schedules. The procurement is set aside for small businesses, with particular attention to economically disadvantaged women-owned businesses (EDWOSB). Policies regarding registration in the System for Award Management, submission guidelines, and contract terms are also provided, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Potential contractors are encouraged to conduct site visits to prepare thorough proposals. The document represents a commitment from the government to engage small businesses in providing essential services while ensuring a competitive bidding process that adheres to established federal contracting principles.
    The document outlines a solicitation for commercial landscaping services at various campgrounds within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, detailing the request for quotes (RFQs) for maintaining the sites throughout specified periods. The acquisition is set aside for small businesses and covers two primary years of service, with an optional year. The total award amount is $9.5 million, with quotes due by September 10, 2024. Key components include mowing grass to a maximum height of six inches, maintaining cleanliness, and supervising the work effectively. Contractors are required to submit a comprehensive proposal that includes technical capabilities, past performance, and a quality control plan. The document stresses the importance of maintaining a neat appearance and a healthy environment for campers, ensuring compliance with government regulations. It also addresses evaluation criteria, contract terms, and compliance requirements, reinforcing the need for adherence to quality and safety standards throughout the contract’s execution. Overall, this solicitation exemplifies the government’s commitment to engaging small businesses while upholding maintenance standards in public recreational areas.
    The document outlines the wage determination for Lane County, Oregon, under the Service Contract Act, specifically Wage Determination No. 2015-5569. It establishes the minimum wage requirements based on applicable Executive Orders. For contracts starting on or after January 30, 2022, workers must earn at least $17.20 per hour; contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, require a minimum wage of $12.90 unless a higher wage is specified. The determination includes detailed occupational wage rates, fringe benefits, and the requirements for sick leave under Executive Order 13706, which mandates paid sick leave for federal contractors. Additionally, it specifies compliance processes for unlisted job classifications, emphasizing the need for contractors to adhere to wage rates for various occupations, including health, administrative, automotive, and technical roles. This document serves as guidance for federal contracts, ensuring fair compensation and worker protections.
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