ACC AND PACC GROUNDSKEEPING SERVICES

The National Park Service has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for groundskeeping services at the Acadian Cultural Center and Prairie Acadian Cultural Center buildings and grounds within the Jean Lafitte National Park and Preserve. This firm-fixed-price contract, under NAICS code 561730, requires bidders to provide labor, materials, tools, equipment, and supervision for professional groundskeeping care. A site visit is scheduled for April 9th, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT at the Acadian Cultural Center in Lafayette, LA, with attendance confirmation required by email to tclark@ios.doi.gov. Proposals will be evaluated based on cost, technical approach, and relevant experience. Bidders must have a registered UEI# and submit bids electronically to tclark@ios.doi.gov by the closing date of April 16th, 2026, at 14:00 CT. The contract includes a base year (April 27, 2026, to April 26, 2027) and four optional years for continued services.

This government Statement of Work outlines the requirements for groundskeeping services at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, specifically for the Acadian Cultural Center (ACC) in Lafayette and the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center (PACC) in Eunice, Louisiana. The contract is for one base year with the option for four additional years, structured as a firm fixed-price annual lump sum. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary supervision, labor, materials, tools, supplies, transportation, and equipment. Services include 36 annual grass mowings, trimming of shrubs and trees, herbicide application with prior approval, removal of litter and graffiti, cleaning benches, and pressure washing exterior surfaces. The document details specific work schedules, safety requirements, accident reporting procedures, physical security protocols, environmental compliance, and employee conduct expectations. Contractors must submit a Quality Control Plan post-award and adhere to federal, state, and local regulations. The bid schedule requires lump sum bids for the base year and each optional year.

This government file outlines the terms and conditions for a construction, alteration, or repair contract specifically set aside for small businesses. It details pricing, scope of work, packaging, marking, inspection, acceptance, and delivery/performance schedules. Key administrative data includes government official identification, technical direction protocols, correspondence procedures, contract payments, job site administration, payroll records, and subcontracting requirements. Special contract requirements cover safety, work hours, use of premises, material approvals, archaeological findings, and the prohibition of text messaging while driving on official business. The document also incorporates several federal acquisition regulations by reference, including clauses on liability insurance, the Buy American Act for construction materials, and the use of utility services. It mandates electronic invoicing through the Internet Payment Platform (IPP) and sets forth requirements for various certifications and compliance with labor standards and environmental regulations. The contract emphasizes high-quality workmanship, adherence to codes, and timely completion, with provisions for managing delays and ensuring proper disposal of waste.