GRSM HAZARD TREE REMOVAL AND BRUSHING
ID: 140P5324Q0030Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICESER SOUTH MABO (54000)HOMESTEAD, FL, 33034, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/066ddbf45e264612a83c15ae9d1af5f0/view
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    Description

    The National Park Service, under the Department of the Interior, is seeking proposals for a federal contract focused on hazard tree removal and brushing within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, spanning Tennessee and North Carolina. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, tools, equipment, and supervision to clear road prisms, enhance scenic vistas, and remove hazardous trees, ensuring safe access for park visitors while adhering to environmental standards. This project is crucial for maintaining park infrastructure and public safety, with a contract duration from September 28, 2024, to September 27, 2025. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals by September 11, 2024, and direct any inquiries to Marilia Mateo at marilia_mateo@nps.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mateo, Marilia
    (305) 242-7742
    (305) 242-7795
    marilia_mateo@nps.gov
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    DOL_Wage_Rate_NC.pdf
    The document is a wage determination report by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Service Contract Act (SCA), detailing minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for contractors in North Carolina as of 2024. It outlines the minimum wage rates for various occupations related to land clearing and forestry services, stipulating that contracts entered into after January 30, 2022, must comply with Executive Order 14026, mandating a minimum wage of $17.20 per hour, while contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, follow Executive Order 13658 with a $12.90 per hour minimum. The document clarifies that all occupations are entitled to benefits such as health and welfare, vacation, and paid holidays. It includes information about paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706. Additionally, it provides guidelines for requesting additional classifications and wage rates for unlisted occupations, emphasizing compliance and the importance of proper documentation in the conformance process. This report serves as a regulatory framework for fair wages and benefits in federal contracts, promoting worker protection and compliance with labor standards.
    DOL_Wage_Rate_TN.pdf
    The document is a wage determination by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Service Contract Act, outlining minimum wage and benefits for contractors operating in Tennessee, effective in 2024. It states that contracts awarded on or after January 30, 2022, must compensate covered workers at least $17.20 per hour under Executive Order 14026; for contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, the minimum wage is set at $12.90 under Executive Order 13658. The document lists specific wages for various forestry-related occupations, includes details on fringe benefits like health and welfare, vacation, and holidays, and establishes requirements for uniforms and paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706. Additionally, it outlines a process for classifying unlisted job roles and adjusting wage rates accordingly. This information is critical for compliance in federal contract work, ensuring fair pay and benefits while adhering to labor standards in governmental contracts.
    Maps_HAZ_Tree__Vistas__Area.pdf
    The document outlines the FY24 contract for roadside prism clearing, vista clearing, and hazard tree removal in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which spans Tennessee and North Carolina. It is prepared by the National Park Service under the U.S. Department of the Interior. The contract encompasses multiple bid options focusing on various roads and vistas within the park, detailing specific project areas requiring tree hazard management for safety and aesthetic improvement. Additionally, several maps are included to identify locations for operations, which involve both trimming and clearing activities on routes like Newfound Gap, Laurel Creek, and various park vistas. The primary goal is to enhance public safety and maintain the natural beauty of the park, ensuring unobstructed views and reducing the risk of tree-related hazards. This contract is part of a broader federal initiative to address environmental management and public safety within national parks.
    Price_Schedule_Sheet.xlsx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a tree contract within Great Smoky Mountains National Park, focusing on the removal and management of hazardous trees along various roadways. It specifies locations, including Gatlinburg Spur and Newfound Gap Road, detailing the required clearance of trees within a 100-foot radius from the roads to ensure safety. The contract includes mandatory tree brushing, trimming, and clearing activities across designated areas, with certain road closures permitted during high-traffic months. Bid options are provided for additional tree management tasks along locations like Cherokee Orchard Road and the Foothills Parkway. With the intent of mitigating hazards from falling trees, this RFP reflects the Federal government’s commitment to infrastructure safety and environmental management in public lands, emphasizing the importance of maintaining safe recreational access for visitors to the park.
    Sol_140P5324Q0030.pdf
    The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is soliciting proposals for commercial services focused on hazard tree removal and brushing. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, and supervision to complete the project, which includes clearing scenic vistas and removing encroaching vegetation to enhance roadway safety in designated areas of Tennessee and North Carolina. The solicitation, numbered 140P5324Q0030, is set aside for small businesses classified under NAICS code 561730, Landscaping Services, with a size standard of $9.5 million. Interested contractors must submit their offers by September 11, 2024, with all proposals requiring technical capability documentation, price schedules, and past performance information. The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, ensuring that only offers meeting the stipulated qualifications and providing the best value will be considered. The project duration runs from September 28, 2024, to September 27, 2025, with a focus on meeting safety requirements and effective project management. No pre-proposal meeting or site visits will be conducted, as all project areas are publicly accessible. Communication must be directed to Contracting Specialist Marilia Mateo via email.
    SOW_Final.pdf
    The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is initiating a comprehensive project focused on roadside prism and vista clearing, as well as the removal of hazard trees within the park's boundaries across Tennessee and North Carolina. The scope of work involves selective clearing to ensure safe roadways, eliminate potential hazards from trees, and enhance scenic vistas for visitors. Key tasks include trimming and thinning vegetation, removing trees identified as hazards by a certified arborist, and applying specific herbicides to control invasive species in cleared areas. The project will commence in September 2024 and run through September 2025, with numerous restrictions on work timings to minimize disruption to both the park and its visitors. The contract mandates that work be performed under strict guidelines regarding tree removal, including considerations for endangered species such as the Indiana bat and Northern flying squirrel. Safety and quality assurance protocols are to be strictly followed, including traffic control measures to keep park access open. The project exemplifies the government's commitment to maintaining park infrastructure while ensuring ecological preservation. All work must adhere to environmental standards and is dependent on fund availability, with contractors required to demonstrate prior successful government project experience.
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