Landing Zone Tree removal
ID: FA466125Q0185Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4661 7 CONS CDDYESS AFB, TX, 79607-1581, 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/3edd8b6687bd4d628ba9699d9fabfc0d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting quotes for the Landing Zone Tree Removal project at Dyess Air Force Base in Texas. The project requires the contractor to perform comprehensive tree and vegetation removal services, including clearing, stump grinding, debris disposal, backfilling, compacting, cultivating, re-grading, and re-seeding across approximately 21.25 acres, with options for additional areas. This contract, set aside for small businesses, is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity and visibility of the airfield environment. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by September 10, 2025, and are encouraged to attend an optional site visit on August 27, 2025, with RSVP required by August 26, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Cheryl Lynn at cheryl.lynn.1@us.af.mil or by phone at 325-696-1072.

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    52.212-5.pdf
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    FNWZ 25-0137 Landing Zone Tree Removal_Contractor Questions.pdf
    The RFQ FA4661-25-Q-0185 for Landing Zone Tree Removal Services at Dyess AFB, Texas, addresses various questions regarding vegetation removal, seeding, equipment use, and site logistics. Key clarifications include allowing modifications to the seeding schedule for optimal growth and confirming that full root removal is not required, only disturbed areas need reseeding. Burning is prohibited, but mulching is allowed if debris is hauled off-site. The project's goal is to reclaim areas for mowing and visibility. Concrete foundations are to remain, and a dig permit will be required for utility marking. Staging areas will be provided, and work hours are negotiable. The contract will be awarded as a lump sum to a single contractor, with a phasing plan discussed post-award. Irrigation is not required due to the project size.
    FNWZ 25-0137 Landing Zone Tree Removal_SOW.pdf
    This Statement of Work (SoW) outlines the requirements for project FNWZ 25-0137, "Landing Zone Tree Removal" at Dyess AFB, Texas. The project's main objective is to clear woody and succulent vegetation, grind stumps, dispose of debris, backfill, compact, cultivate, re-grade, and re-seed approximately 21.25 acres (Base Bid) with options for additional areas (30.5, 68, and 7.5 acres). The work includes removing all vegetative and non-vegetative debris and disposing of it off-base in accordance with regulations. Key conditions include specific working hours, government escort requirements for Controlled Movement Areas, strict safety and health protocols (OSHA, Texas Workman Compensation laws), and a comprehensive FOD (Foreign Object Debris) mitigation plan for airfield work. The contractor is responsible for utility identification, damage repair, and adherence to all security and airfield safety regulations, including vehicle marking, speed limits, and communication protocols. Performance periods range from 14 to 60 days, depending on the bid option. The document emphasizes adherence to various ASTM, AASHTO, AWPA, USACE, and EPA standards for earthwork and environmental protection.
    Provisions and Clauses.pdf
    This government file outlines key provisions and clauses for federal acquisition, effective through various Federal Acquisition Circular, DFARS, and DAFFARS changes. It details solicitation provisions incorporated by reference, including certifications for federal transactions, telecommunications equipment, and business operations. Full-text provisions cover evaluation criteria (technical acceptability, price, past performance), protest procedures, and requirements for cost or pricing data when only one offer is received. The document also lists numerous contract clauses incorporated by reference, addressing topics from definitions and gratuities to accelerated payments for small businesses and environmental compliance. Full-text clauses specify contract approval, electronic payment instructions via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), the role of an ombudsman for resolving concerns, and contractor access to Air Force installations. The file emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, detailed submission requirements for offers and payments, and outlines the process for exercising options for increased quantities.
    RFQ FA466125Q0185 COMBO.pdf
    This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item, specifically a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the Dyess Air Force Base project FNWZ 25-0137 Landing Zone Tree Removal. The U.S. Air Force intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract for services including clearing woody and succulent vegetation, stump grinding, debris disposal, backfilling, compacting, cultivating, re-grading, and re-seeding. The solicitation, issued on August 20, 2025, requires quotes to be submitted by September 4, 2025, 12:00 p.m. (CST) to cheryl.lynn.1@us.af.mil. An optional site visit is scheduled for August 27, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. CDT, requiring RSVP by August 26, 2025. Questions are due by August 29, 2025, 10:00 a.m. (CST). Evaluation criteria include price, technical acceptability, and past performance, with the government reserving the right to select offers other than the lowest priced. Required submissions include a pricing schedule, technical approach, and past performance information.
    RFQ FA466125Q01850001.pdf
    This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for tree removal services at Dyess AFB, Texas (RFQ ID#: FA466125Q0185). The project, FNWZ 25-0137 Landing Zone Tree Removal, requires a contractor to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment for clearing woody and succulent vegetation, stump grinding, debris disposal, backfilling, compacting, cultivating, regrading, and re-seeding. The Government intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract. An optional site visit is scheduled for August 27, 2025, at 1 PM CDT, with an RSVP deadline of August 26, 2025. Quotes must include a completed pricing schedule, technical approach, and past performance information, and are due by September 4, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (CST). Questions are due by August 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. (CST). The evaluation will be based on best value, considering price, technical acceptability, and past performance.
    RFQ FA466125Q01850003.pdf
    The 7 CONS/PKB at Dyess AFB, TX, issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) FA466125Q0185 for project FNWZ 25-0137 Landing Zone Tree Removal. This combined synopsis/solicitation seeks a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract for services including clearing woody and succulent vegetation, stump grinding, debris disposal, backfilling, compacting, cultivating, regrading, and re-seeding at Dyess AFB. The deadline for quote submissions has been extended to September 10, 2025, 12:00 PM CDT. An optional site visit is scheduled for August 27, 2025, at 1 PM CDT, requiring an RSVP by August 26, 2025. Quotes must include a pricing schedule, technical approach, and past performance information, remaining valid for 90 days. Questions are due by August 29, 2025, 10:00 AM CST. The government will evaluate offers based on best value, considering price, technical acceptability, and past performance.
    RFQ FA466125Q01850004.pdf
    This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for tree removal services at Dyess AFB, Texas, specifically for project FNWZ 25-0137 Landing Zone Tree Removal. The scope of work includes clearing vegetation, stump grinding, debris disposal, backfilling, compacting, re-grading, and re-seeding. The government intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract. An optional site visit is scheduled for August 27, 2025, at 1 PM CDT, requiring RSVP by August 26, 2025. Quotes must include a pricing schedule, technical approach, and past performance information, and remain valid for 90 days. Questions are due by August 29, 2025, and offers by September 10, 2025. The evaluation will be based on best value, considering price, technical acceptability, and past performance.
    Sections L and M.pdf
    The Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Dyess AFB Landing Zone Tree Removal project seeks proposals for comprehensive tree and vegetation removal. This firm-fixed-price contract, 100% set aside for small businesses, requires electronic submissions by September 4, 2025. Proposals must include a mandatory price quotation (Volume 1), a technical approach (Volume 2) detailing the proposed methods, project schedule, and safety plan, and past performance information (Volume 3) with three to five references from similar contracts. An optional site visit is scheduled for August 27, 2025, and questions are due by August 29, 2025. Evaluation will prioritize best value, considering price, technical acceptability, and past performance. Offerors must be SAM.gov registered.
    Site Visit Minutes.pdf
    A site visit was conducted on August 27, 2025, at 1 PM Central Time, for the 7 CES Landing Zone Tree Removal requirement at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. The visit allowed potential bidders to survey the sites covering the Base Bid and Options 1, 2, and 3. Representatives from 7 CONS, 7 CES, and various contractors were present. No questions were raised by contractors during the visit, but all inquiries are due via email by August 29, 2025, at 10 AM. The memorandum, signed by Cheryl Lynn, Contract Specialist, documents the site visit minutes for this Department of the Air Force requirement.
    SOW Attachment - B Pricing Schedule.pdf
    Attachment B outlines the pricing schedule and performance times for the FNWZ 25-0137 Landing Zone Tree Removal project, encompassing a base bid and three option items. The base bid covers general tree removal, while Option Item 1 specifies removal in the South zone, Option Item 2 addresses North Cleanup, and Option Item 3 focuses on Diversion Ditches. Each item includes all necessary resources such as survey, labor, equipment, and supervision. The performance period for the base bid is 45 days, while Option Items 1 and 2 each have a 60-day period. Option Item 3 has a shorter 14-day performance period. These times include all project phases from mobilization to close-out documentation.
    SOW Attachment A - Contract Drawing and Photos.pdf
    The document outlines various project options likely related to a federal grant or RFP for site development or environmental remediation, specifically focusing on different areas: "North Side – Base Bid," "South Side – Option 1," "North Clean-up Area – Option 2," "North Diversion Ditch – Option 3," and "South Diversion Ditch – Option 3." The mention of "No pictures Available" for the "North Clean-up Area – Option 2" suggests a visual assessment or documentation component to the project. The structure indicates a phased approach or alternative scopes of work, with a base bid and subsequent options for different parts of the site, including clean-up and diversion ditch construction. This implies a project involving infrastructure, environmental management, or land development within a government procurement context.
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