ContractSolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

BLDG 1 Indoor Plant / Landscaping

DEPT OF DEFENSE FA251726QB009
Response Deadline
May 25, 2026
5 days left
Days Remaining
5
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of the Air Force, Space Base Delta 1, is seeking quotations for a firm-fixed-price, total small business set-aside contract to provide indoor plant and landscaping services for Building 1 at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs. The work calls for the contractor to supply all labor, tools, materials, and transportation to maintain the health and appearance of approximately 341 plants and 20 trees through weekly inspections and maintenance, including moisture management, pruning, sanitation, nutrition, and pest and disease control. Key technical and administrative context includes compliance with FIFRA and IPM practices, oversight by a Certified Professional Horticulturist, required pesticide licensing, monthly reporting, and evaluation on the lowest total evaluated price among technically acceptable quotes. Quotes are due May 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM MT, with questions due May 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM MT, a site visit scheduled for May 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM MST, and vendors must be registered in SAM.gov.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
561730
Landscaping Services
PSC Code
S208
HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING

Solicitation Documents

6 Files
DRAFT COMBO PKB AMENDED v2.pdf
PDF214 KBMay 19, 2026
AI Summary
The Department of the Air Force, U.S. Space Force, Space Base Delta 1, has issued Solicitation FA251726QB009, a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Building 1 Indoor Plant/Landscaping services at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. This is a Firm Fixed Price small business set-aside with a NAICS code of 561730 ($9.5 Million size standard). The project includes a one-year base period, four one-year option periods, and a six-month extension. A site visit is scheduled for May 21, 2026, at 1300 MST; attendees must RSVP by May 20, 2026, 1000 MT. Questions are due by May 20, 2026, 1000 MT, and quotes by May 25, 2026, 1000 MT. Quotes must include a priced quote and technical documentation, demonstrating qualifications such as a Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH) and a State Commercial Pesticide Applicator License. Award will be based on the lowest total evaluated price meeting technical criteria (acceptable/unacceptable basis). Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov.
DRAFT_COMBO_PKB_AMENDED.pdf
PDF206 KBMay 19, 2026
AI Summary
The Department of the Air Force, Space Base Delta 1, is seeking quotations for indoor plant and landscaping maintenance services for Building 1 at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. This firm-fixed-price, small business set-aside request for quotation (RFQ) is under NAICS code 561730, with a size standard of $9.5 million. The solicitation, FA251726QB009, includes a one-year base period, four one-year option periods, and a six-month extension. Quotes are due by May 25, 2026, 10:00 AM MT, with questions due by May 20, 2026, 10:00 AM MT. Evaluation will be based on the lowest total evaluated price that meets technical acceptability criteria, including requirements for a Certified Professional Horticulturist, pesticide applicator licenses, watering methodology, and relevant project experience. All quoters must be registered in SAM.gov.
Attach 1 - DRAFT PWS Plant 2026.pdf
PDF258 KBMay 19, 2026
AI Summary
This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a non-personal services contract for indoor landscape maintenance at HQ Combat Forces Command (HQCFC) Building 1 (Bldg-1) at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, tools, materials, and transportation to maintain the visual aesthetics and health of approximately 341 plants and 20 trees. Weekly inspections and maintenance are required, including moisture management, pruning, sanitation, nutrition, and pest/disease management. The contractor must provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used, ensure treatments are overseen by a Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH), and comply with FIFRA and IPM practices. Monthly reports summarizing plant health and confirming visits are also required. General requirements include daily sign-in for temporary badges, working hours from Monday to Friday (07:30 to 16:30), and mandatory U.S. citizenship with no felony convictions for all personnel. Deliverables include an Employee Authorization List (EAL), SDS, and CPH certification. The document also details base access procedures and provides contact information for an ombudsman.
Attach 2 - FA251726Q0001 AMENDED.pdf
PDF54 KBMay 19, 2026
AI Summary
This government file, FA251726Q0001, outlines numerous clauses incorporated by reference and in full text for federal government solicitations, likely an RFP. Key themes include prohibitions on contracting with entities involved in specific activities, such as those related to former DoD officials' compensation, whistleblower rights, safeguarding defense information, and business operations with the Maduro regime or the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. It also covers mandates for electronic payment requests via the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system, emphasizing registration, training, and specific document submission instructions. Additional clauses address ethical conduct, such as prohibitions on requiring certain internal confidentiality agreements, combating human trafficking, and ensuring equal opportunity. The document also details representations required from corporations regarding delinquent tax liabilities or felony convictions and includes options for extending services and the contract term. Overall, the file establishes a comprehensive framework of legal, ethical, and operational requirements for contractors engaging with the Department of Defense.
Attach 3 - Wage Determination APR 28 2026.pdf
PDF57 KBMay 19, 2026
AI Summary
The document is a wage determination (No. 2015-5417, Revision No. 32, dated 3/30/2026) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, for service contracts in El Paso and Teller Counties, Colorado. It outlines required wage rates and fringe benefits for numerous occupational categories, including administrative, automotive, food service, health, information technology, and maintenance. Key benefits include health and welfare payments ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week), paid vacation (up to 5 weeks after 25 years), and eleven paid holidays. The document also details policies on paid sick leave (EO 13706), minimum wage (EO 13658), hazardous pay differentials (4% or 8%), and uniform allowances. It includes guidelines for conforming unlisted occupations and specifies exemptions for certain computer professionals, along with night and Sunday pay for air traffic controllers and weather observers.
Attach 4 - CLIN Pricing Schedule.xlsx
Excel23 KBMay 19, 2026
AI Summary
This government file, Attachment 4 - CLIN Price Schedule, outlines a contract for indoor plant and landscaping services for Building 1. The contract details a base period of performance from May 2026 to April 2027, followed by four optional one-year extensions, each covering the period of May to April of subsequent years up to April 2031. Additionally, there is an optional six-month extension from May 2031 to October 2031. The document is structured to allow offerors to fill in pricing for each period, with all current price fields showing $0.00. It also includes sections for contractor information such as organization, point of contact, CAGE, phone, and email, indicating that this is a pricing schedule for a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP) or similar procurement document.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 14, 2026
amendedLatest Amendment· Description UpdatedMay 19, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 25, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 9, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA2517 21 CONS BLDG 350

Point of Contact

Name
Dante Aletto

Place of Performance

Colorado Springs, Colorado, UNITED STATES

Official Sources