Pest Control
ID: 12805B25Q0086Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS PA AAO ACQ/PER PROPFORT COLLINS, CO, 80526, USA

NAICS

Exterminating and Pest Control Services (561710)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- INSECT/RODENT CONTROL (S207)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/01f8a5e3aa1d4369a7e35ef982a20248/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is seeking qualified contractors to provide pest control services at its North Central Agricultural Research Laboratory (NCARL) in Brookings, South Dakota. The procurement aims to eliminate or prevent pests from contaminating two facilities: a main laboratory of approximately 70,490 square feet and a farm facility of 9,000 square feet, with contractors required to deliver traps within seven business days post-award and conduct monthly inspections and maintenance. This initiative is crucial for maintaining a pest-free environment essential for ongoing agricultural research efforts. Interested small businesses must submit their quotations by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on January 27, 2025, to James Porter at james.porter@usda.gov, with the contract anticipated to be awarded as a firm fixed price purchase order for a base year followed by four option years.

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    James Porter
    james.porter@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1 - Performance Work Statement.pdf
    The USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) requires pest control services for its North Central Agricultural Research Laboratory (NCARL) in Brookings, SD. The purpose is to eliminate or prevent pests from contaminating two locations: a main laboratory with approximately 70,490 square feet and a farm facility of 9,000 square feet. Contractors must deliver traps within seven business days post-contract award and perform monthly inspections and maintenance. Emergency response services are also required as needed. Monthly status reports documenting tasks and issues are to be submitted seven days after each month. The government will provide access to the facilities during standard operational hours while no travel is anticipated for the contractor. The key performance measure hinges on effective pest elimination, underscoring the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment for ongoing agricultural research efforts.
    RFQ - 12805B25Q0086.pdf
    This document outlines Solicitation 12805B25Q0086 for a federal procurement process, emphasizing compliance with various federal procurement regulations and clauses, including those related to contract terms, representations, and certifications. Key components include clauses that address payment limitations, requirements for the System for Award Management, and provisions against subcontracting with certain corporations. The document specifies criteria for evaluating offers, with an emphasis on obtaining competitively priced, technically acceptable proposals that meet detailed performance requirements. In terms of submission, it outlines the necessary documentation, including a completed solicitation document, pricing details, and a specification sheet that aligns with the performance work statement. The process emphasizes the obligation on the part of the offeror to authenticate their representations and certifications as part of the submission, thus ensuring transparency and accountability in government contracting. The document concludes with a structured approach to invoicing and payment processes, reinforcing its intent to facilitate adherence to procurement standards while enhancing engagement with small business concerns.
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