F--Minidoka and American Falls Weed Control Services
ID: 140R1025Q0014Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONPACIFIC NW REGION PN 6615BOISE, ID, 83706, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS PROTECTION- PESTICIDES SUPPORT (F105)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3c0b6e6907944fe2bbc4c3ad22c8facc/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Reclamation, is seeking qualified contractors to provide weed control services at the Minidoka and American Falls Dams in Idaho. The procurement aims to manage integrated pest control for noxious and invasive weeds over a five-year period, requiring contractors to maintain bare ground, treat noxious and woody vegetation, and implement a fertilization program. Effective weed management is crucial for promoting public safety and protecting project facilities at these sites. Interested parties should contact Brendan Koop at bkoop@usbr.gov for further information, as responses demonstrating qualifications are encouraged under the Sources Sought notice.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Koop, Brendan
    (000) 000-0000
    (208) 685-6973
    bkoop@usbr.gov
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    B01_08_Sources_Sought_Combined_1.pdf
    The document is a Sources Sought synopsis by the Bureau of Reclamation to gather market information regarding weed control services for the Minidoka and American Falls Dams in Idaho. It aims to identify potential contractors capable of fulfilling these requirements, using Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) part 12 and part 13. The document specifies that responses should demonstrate companies' qualifications, including their business size and previous relevant projects. The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the scope of work, requiring contractors to manage integrated pest control for noxious and invasive weeds using various methods. Key tasks include maintaining bare ground, treating noxious and woody vegetation, and implementing a fertilization program over a five-year period. The contractor must provide necessary personnel and equipment while adhering to safety and quality control standards. Monthly inspections and deliverables like a weed control plan and safety data sheets are mandated, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Overall, the document emphasizes effective weed management at these sites, promoting public safety while protecting project facilities.
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