Grounds Maintenance USAG Ansbach
ID: W912PB-26-R-A003Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMY0409 AQ HQ CONTRACTAPO, AE, 09114, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army's 928th Contracting Battalion, is seeking proposals for a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract for grounds maintenance services at the U.S. Army Garrison (USAG) Ansbach in Bavaria, Germany. The contract will cover a range of services including grass mowing, aerification, fertilization, and tree maintenance across multiple kasernes, with a performance period starting April 1, 2026, and extending through a base year and four option years. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness and aesthetic standards of military facilities, ensuring a safe and well-kept environment for personnel and their families. Interested contractors, particularly Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their proposals by the specified deadlines, with further inquiries directed to Contract Specialist Kimberly Marra at kimberly.l.marra.civ@army.mil.

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    The document outlines a comprehensive ground maintenance services contract for USAG Ansbach, spanning from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031. It details services for five key areas: Ansbach Barton/Bleidorn Kaserne, Katterbach Kaserne, Illesheim Kaserne, Urlas/Shipton, and Frankenkaserne Oberdachstetten. The contract includes a base year and four option years, with rates specified for FY26. Services, categorized under OMA (Operations and Maintenance, Army) and AFH (Army Family Housing), encompass a wide range of ground maintenance tasks such as grass mowing, aerification, verticutting, fertilization, leaf raking, hedge trimming, tree and bush maintenance, weed control, and planting. Each location has specific quantities and frequencies for these services. The document also mentions provisions for unforeseen requirements in areas like Urlas/Shipton, indicating flexibility within the contract. The financial sections are present but currently show zero amounts, suggesting this document is a template or draft awaiting pricing.
    The document outlines a comprehensive ground maintenance services contract for USAG Ansbach, spanning from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031. The contract includes a base year and four option years, with services categorized under Operation and Maintenance, Army (OMA) and Armed Forces Housing (AFH) funding types. Key areas covered are Ansbach Barton/Bleidorn Kaserne, Katterbach Kaserne, Illesheim Kaserne, Urlas/Shipton, and Frankenkaserne Oberdachstetten. Services detailed across these locations include grass mowing, aeration, verticutting, fertilization, leaf raking, hedge trimming, tree/bush trimming, treetop maintenance, tree cutting and planting, weed control, cleaning and exchanging sandbox sand, hacking and watering plant areas, cleaning perimeter fences, and mowing ditches. The document specifies quantities and units of issue for each service, indicating a fixed-price (FFP) contract type, though no monetary values are provided in the current file.
    This government solicitation, W912PB26RA003, is for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) contractors to provide grounds maintenance services for USAG Ansbach from May 2026 to May 2030, including a base year and three option years. The Request for Proposal (RFP) outlines requirements for electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and mandates active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The document details specific FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and full text, covering areas such as antiterrorism, cybersecurity, payment instructions, and various socio-economic and labor standards. Key clauses include those on combating human trafficking, restrictions on foreign purchases, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment. Contractors must comply with these regulations, and specific instructions for submitting payment requests through WAWF are provided.
    This document, Amendment/Modification Number 0001 to Solicitation Number W912PB26RA003, issued on December 3, 2025, serves to provide information regarding a scheduled site visit. The site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 10:00 Central European Time. Interested participants must register with Contract Specialist Kimberly Marra by emailing kimberly.l.marra.civ@army.mil. The site visit is limited to two persons per company, and all attendees are required to register, even if they possess gate access. For those requiring gate access, specific personal and vehicle information must be provided by 10:00 hours on Monday, December 8, 2025. Attendees must bring their Personalausweis or Passport to the site visit. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
    Amendment 0002 to Solicitation W912PB26RA003, effective December 3, 2025, extends the offer receipt date and modifies the contract. The amendment addresses incorrect PWS section references in the ELIN sheet, providing an updated sheet dated December 18, 2025. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by completing items 8 and 15, acknowledging on each offer copy, or sending a separate communication. Failure to acknowledge may result in offer rejection. Changes to previously submitted offers must reference the solicitation and amendment numbers and be received before the opening hour. The point of contact for this amendment is Contract Specialist Kimberly Marra.
    The document outlines detailed routine and preventative maintenance tasks for various shops within a government facility, categorized by priority levels (Priority 1, 2, and 3) and preventative maintenance (PMO). These shops include Sign Shop, Exterior Electrical Shop, Roads & Grounds, Interior & Exterior Plumbing Shop, HVAC Shop, Carpentry Shop, Interior Electrical Shop, Sheet Metal Shop, Lock Shop, and Electronic Equipment Repair Shop. The file also includes a comprehensive section on grounds maintenance, detailing specific services like grass cutting, tree pruning, shrub trimming, ground repair, debris removal, and lawn treatment, along with their frequencies (e.g., 1Y for once a year, 2Y for twice a year, N/F for not funded). Grounds are categorized into Installation Cantonment Areas, Improved Grounds, Semi-improved Grounds, and Unimproved Grounds, each with defined maintenance standards and examples. The document specifies pricing structures for three capabilities, with dollar amounts listed for each task and overall capability totals. It also includes sections for
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for grounds maintenance services at USAG Ansbach, Germany, covering approximately 2,216 acres across eight kasernes. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) type with a one-year base period and four one-year option years, commencing April 1, 2026. The contractor must provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, and supervision to maintain grounds to specified standards, including mowing, trimming, turf replacement, tree and shrub care, and debris removal. Key aspects include a mandatory Quality Control Plan (QCP), strict adherence to security and environmental compliance, and various training requirements (e.g., Anti-Terrorism, OPSEC). The government will provide storage and utilities, while the contractor is responsible for all other equipment and materials. The document details specific roles and responsibilities for both government and contractor personnel, emphasizing compliance with German and U.S. regulations.
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