Spillway Vegetation Cutting and Herbicide Treatment, Sury Lake, Surry, NH

This government Request for Quotations (RFQ) outlines requirements for vegetation cutting and herbicide treatment at Surry Mountain Lake Spillway in Surry, NH. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers seeks a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) to clear approximately two acres of vegetation, including cutting woody stems over one inch in diameter and applying herbicide treatments. The contract specifies a firm-fixed-price arrangement and a performance period from contract award through October 31, 2026. Key requirements include adherence to safety regulations (EM 385-1-1, OSHA), submission of an Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analyses, and Site Safety and Health Officer designation. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, and equipment, including herbicides, and dispose of debris in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Quotes will be evaluated based on price alone, and vendors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking bids for a vegetation cutting and herbicide treatment project at the Surry Mountain Dam in Surry, NH. The Performance Work Statement includes informational photos and maps, such as a LOCUS Map and a Limit of Work map, to provide context and define the scope of the project.

This amendment to solicitation W912WJ26QA0270002 addresses industry questions and extends the closing date for offers. The response date has been extended from January 9, 2026, to January 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern. The amendment clarifies that Rope Access certification is required if the work method necessitates it, referencing US Army Corps of Engineers Health and Safety Manual EM-385-1-1 Chapter 23 for personnel qualifications. It also confirms that subcontracting to a certified rope access firm is acceptable, provided all personnel meet the requirements of EM-385-1-1 for their specific roles, and other requirements like a NH Pesticide Applicator's License for herbicide application remain in effect.

Amendment 0001 to Solicitation W912WJ26QA027 extends the closing date for offers to January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern. This amendment provides a response to an industry question regarding required certifications for rope access work. The government clarifies that Rope Access certification is necessary if the work method demands it, referencing the US Army Corps of Engineers Health and Safety Manual EM-385-1-1 Chapter 23. It states that various general certifications like rigging or fall protection do not meet the specific Rope Access certification requirements, which are typically achieved through accredited IRATA or SPRAT providers. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.