Grounds Maintenance Services, Colebrook River Lake, Colebrook, CT and Sandisfield, MA
ID: W912WJ25QA009Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLANDCONCORD, MA, 01742-2751, 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/c13e102153994e9c8dd02a8b8dbbdde7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - New England District, is soliciting bids for Grounds Maintenance Services at Colebrook River Lake, located in Colebrook, CT, and Sandisfield, MA. The contractor will be responsible for a range of services including mowing and trimming approximately 4.75 acres of fine lawn, rough mowing 1.5 acres, conducting spring and fall cleanups on 2.5 acres, and clearing drainage swales and catch basins, all to be performed in accordance with the Performance Work Statement. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the facility's grounds in a clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing condition, enhancing the experience for visitors and the local community. The total award amount for this contract is $9,500,000, and interested vendors, particularly small businesses, must submit their quotes by the specified deadline and ensure they have an active registration in SAM.gov. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Alicia LaCrosse at alicia.n.lacrosse@usace.army.mil or by phone at 978-318-8902.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alicia LaCrosse
    (978) 318-8902
    alicia.n.lacrosse@usace.army.mil
    Files
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    Attachments 25QA009.pdf
    The performance work statement outlines the requirements for grounds maintenance at Colebrook River Lake, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, located at the border of Colebrook, CT, and Sandisfield, MA. The primary objective is to maintain the facility grounds in a clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing condition. Key tasks include mowing, landscaping, and trash removal, as well as seasonal work like snow removal and leaf cleanup. Performance standards are established to ensure that services meet specified quality levels, reflecting both operational needs and visitor expectations. The document emphasizes compliance with environmental regulations and the importance of appropriate equipment and techniques. This initiative reflects the Corps' commitment to sustaining recreational facilities while ensuring safety and enhancing user experience for the local community and visitors.
    Solicitation W912WJ25QA009.pdf
    This document outlines a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for Grounds Maintenance Services at the Colebrook River Lake, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The RFQ seeks vendors, particularly Women-Owned Small Businesses, to submit bids for services including fine lawn mowing, rough cutting, spring and fall cleanup, and drainage maintenance over a contract period extending from April 2025 to November 2027. Key details include a total award amount of $9,500,000, with previous contracts and award history mentioned for reference. Compliance with safety standards, submission requirements, site visits, and performance quality is emphasized, including the need for active registrations in the System for Award Management (SAM). Contractors must adhere to health and safety protocols, submit accident prevention plans, provide qualified personnel, and follow security measures at federal installations. Overall, the document highlights Army Corps of Engineers' commitment to engaging small business sectors while ensuring comprehensive service quality, safety, and environmental protection during the maintenance of specific federal properties. Responses from potential vendors must be submitted by the stated deadline, with instructions on ensuring quotes are reviewed for adherence to specified requirements.
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