DSCU Lawn Care and Landscaping Services
ID: HQ003425R0075Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, 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/a3cfdda0684343e3b1e61e8fe6098c83/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services, is seeking proposals for lawn care and landscaping services at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, specifically for the Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU). The procurement aims to maintain the grounds surrounding the DSCU facility, including tasks such as mowing, mulching, and shrub maintenance, with services required from March to November each year. This initiative underscores the importance of maintaining military facility aesthetics and functionality while promoting small business participation in federal contracts, with a total contract value capped at $130,000 over a five-year period. Interested contractors must submit their proposals and any inquiries by the specified deadlines in February 2025, and can contact Courtney Taitt or Courtney Applewhite for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Courtney Taitt
    courtney.s.taitt.civ@mail.mil
    COURTNEY APPLEWHITE
    (703) 545-3582
    courtney.s.applewhite.civ@mail.mil
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    A23 Attachment 1 - PWS DSCU_Lawncare BPA 1.28.25.pdf
    The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has issued a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for lawncare and landscaping services at the Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU) located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), Ohio. This non-personal service contract is aimed at maintaining the area within 50 feet of the DSCU facility, covering tasks such as mowing, mulching, shrub maintenance, and more, required during the period of March to November each year. The selected contractor must meet various operational standards, including compliance with liability insurance and background checks for employees. The BPA allows for a five-year performance period, with a maximum order limit of $10,000 per call, cumulatively not exceeding $250,000. The Contractor is responsible for delivering services promptly, specifically within three calendar days following requests from designated DSCU representatives. Regular inspections will assess performance quality, including safety and response times. This agreement showcases the government's commitment to maintain appearance and function at military facilities while emphasizing accountability and efficient service delivery.
    A23 Attachment 2 - Pricing Template.xlsx
    The document outlines the pricing template for DSCU Lawncare and Landscaping Services under RFQ Number HQ003425R0055. The proposal spans an ordering period of 60 months, covering two primary line item numbers (CLINs): Lawncare Services and Landscaping Services, each with a quantity of 60 months. Additionally, it includes options for extending these services for an extra 6 months under FAR 52.217-8. The extension CLINs are similarly listed for both services. Detailed total pricing sections are included for both the initial contract period and the optional extension, although specific prices have not been filled in. The structure reflects compliance with federal contracting terminology and guidelines, emphasizing transparency and clarity in service provision and pricing during the proposal process. This document serves as a framework for contractors to submit their pricing in response to federal procurement needs for landscape maintenance over an extended period.
    A23 Attachment 3 - RFP Questions Template.xlsx
    The Draft Request for Proposals (RFP) document outlines the procedures for submitting comments and questions regarding specific sections of the proposal. It provides a structured Comment Resolution Matrix (CRM) that requires participants to maintain the document's formatting and to submit only one question per row. Key instructions include requirements for designating page and line numbers for references, categorizing the impact of comments, and marking proprietary information clearly. The document emphasizes the importance of clarity in communications and establishes an email deadline for submissions. The purpose of this draft RFP is to engage stakeholders in a structured feedback loop, ensuring comprehensive and organized input on the proposal's components while maintaining a focus on specific objectives related to the JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) documentation. The outlined processes aim to facilitate a smooth resolution of inquiries and enhance the proposal's development.
    A23 HQ003425R0075_Combined Synopsis_RFP.pdf
    The government is seeking proposals for Lawn Mowing and Landscaping Services through a combined synopsis/solicitation under Solicitation number HQ003425R00075. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is exclusively for small businesses, with a focus on landscaping services as defined by NAICS code 561730, which has a size standard of $9,500,000. The awarded Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) will have a five-year duration, capped at $130,000 in total calls. The services will be provided for the Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU), and interested contractors must submit their proposals and any questions by specified deadlines in February 2025. Key evaluation criteria will include the contractor's technical approach and pricing, with an emphasis on the lowest-pricing offer meeting technical requirements. Contractors must also comply with various federal clauses concerning integrity and compliance, and proposal submissions must adhere to clear formatting guidelines. This solicitation reflects the government's strategy to ensure small business participation in service contracts while maintaining a focus on cost-effectiveness and compliance.
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