Reestablish a Mexfly Citrus Research Grove at Moore Air Base, Edinburg, Texas
ID: 12639526Q0012Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICEMRPBS AAMD CONTRACTINGRIVERDALE, MD, 20737, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: LANDSCAPING, INTERIOR LAYOUT, AND DESIGNING (C211)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/d2ce1981392540fdb790c44fa03458fb/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to reestablish a Mexfly Citrus Research Grove at the Insect Management and Molecular Diagnostics Lab (IMMDL) in Edinburg, Texas. The project aims to support fruit fly eradication and detection efforts by establishing a 2.5-acre research grove, which includes tasks such as land clearing, installation of irrigation systems, and construction of raised beds, all to be completed by March 30, 2026. This procurement is crucial for enhancing agricultural pest management and ensuring the health of citrus crops. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by the specified deadline, with inquiries directed to Margaux Nenichka at Margaux.G.Nenichka@usda.gov. The contract is set aside for small businesses, with a total estimated value to be determined based on submitted quotes.

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    Margaux Nenichka
    Margaux.G.Nenichka@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions.docx LD.docx
    The solicitation 12639526Q0012, titled "Citrus Grove," outlines a Firm Fixed Price service contract for re-establishing a Mexfly Citrus Research Grove. The contract is anticipated to have a four-month duration. The government intends to make a single award, requiring contractors to submit pricing for all items. Quotes will be evaluated based on best value criteria: Technical Evaluation (capability statement, key personnel), Past Performance (ability to adhere to schedule, similar work), and Price. Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 days. Questions are due by January 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and AGAR clauses by reference, including detailed provisions regarding anti-discrimination, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and certifications concerning child labor, convict labor, trafficking in persons, and sustainable products. Specific clauses for commercial services, such as Service Contract Labor Standards, are also applicable. The document emphasizes compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws and equal protection principles, noting that violations of DEI policies will lead to contract termination. It also details procedures for contract closeout based on unliquidated funds.
    Attachment 2 SOW Grove Construction IMMDL.docx
    This Statement of Work outlines a project to re-establish a 2.5-acre Mexfly Citrus Research Grove at the S&T Insect Management and Molecular Diagnostics Lab (IMMDL) in Edinburg, TX, by March 30, 2026. The project supports fruit fly eradication efforts and involves several key tasks for the contractor: purchasing materials like a sand filtration tank, irrigation lines, windbreak panels, and a weather station; clearing land of debris; installing the sand filtration tank and irrigation lines sourced from the MAB Water Treatment Plant; constructing raised beds with specific dimensions and spacing; installing 50% windbreak panel fencing along the southeast and southwest perimeters; and installing the remote weather station with various sensors. The project site is located at the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) facility, and contractors must complete background screenings and daily security check-ins.
    Attachment 3 - SCA Wage Rates Hidalgo County.pdf
    The document, titled "Attachment 3," serves as a placeholder or reference within a larger government file, likely related to federal RFPs, federal grants, or state and local RFPs. As a standalone document, it contains no specific content, details, or instructions to analyze. Its purpose is solely to denote an additional attachment or appendix, implying that substantive information is provided elsewhere in the primary document. Therefore, without the context or content of the main file, a detailed summary of "Attachment 3" is not possible beyond acknowledging its existence as a supplementary component.
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