Grounds Maintenance Services - Binghamton, NY127
ID: W15QKN-25-Q-A123Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Grounds Maintenance Services at the Binghamton United States Army Reserve Command (USARC) located in Nichols, New York. The procurement aims to ensure the upkeep of healthy landscapes in support of the Army's 99th Readiness Division, with responsibilities including mowing, trimming, and seasonal cleanups, while adhering to local, state, and federal regulations. This contract is vital for maintaining the aesthetic and functional standards of the grounds, minimizing disruption to government operations. Interested bidders should note that the total contract value is approximately $103,645, with a due date for quotes extended to May 5, 2025. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact James Clark at james.e.clark773.civ@army.mil or Jasmyne Peterson at Jasmyne.C.Peterson.civ@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    James Clark, Contract Specialist
    james.e.clark773.civ@army.mil
    Jasmyne Peterson, Contracting Officer
    Jasmyne.C.Peterson.civ@army.mil
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    The document details a solicitation for Grounds Maintenance Services in Binghamton, NY, referring specifically to solicitation number W15QKN-25-Q-A123. It addresses two key questions regarding the current contract value and the incumbent contractor. The total value of the contract W15QKN-20-P-5122 is specified at $103,645, with all four option years exercised. The period of performance (POP) for option year four is outlined, running from August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025. Additionally, it identifies MNS Pro as the current contractor overseeing the project. This document serves to clarify details related to the ongoing procurement process for grounds maintenance amidst a competitive contracting environment, ensuring transparency and providing necessary information for potential bidders or stakeholders involved in federal and local RFPs.
    The document outlines a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Grounds Maintenance Services contracted by the 99th Readiness Division for FY 2025. It specifies a non-personal services contract to maintain healthy landscapes, detailing the contractor’s responsibilities including provision of personnel, tools, and supplies as well as adherence to local, state, and federal regulations. The contract spans one base year with four option periods, requiring the contractor to maintain operations during defined hours from Monday to Friday. Quality control and assurance mechanisms are established, with the government responsible for performance evaluation based on specified standards using inspection checklists. The contractor must ensure a fully qualified workforce, conduct services such as mowing, trimming, and seasonal cleanups, and commits to environmental protection standards and secure handling of government property. Safety protocols, employee conduct, and identification rules for contractor personnel are also enforced. This contract is designed to ensure the professional upkeep of grounds to meet established aesthetic and functional standards while minimizing interference with government operations. The document serves to guide vendors in submitting proposals, highlighting significant operational and compliance requirements.
    This document outlines the cost estimation framework for a government Request for Proposal (RFP), detailing the necessary labor, equipment, and materials required for project execution. It specifies key components, including labor hours, unit costs for different crew skills, and total labor costs, calculated through multiplication of unit costs by total hours. Additional sections include equipment and material costs, general contractor overhead, profit margins, bonding, and general administrative costs, eventually aggregating to a grand total. This structure is essential for bidders to ensure comprehensive proposals that meet federal and state funding requirements while adhering to specified costs and standards. The document serves as a guideline for contractors to prepare accurate and competitive bids, crucial in securing government contracts through well-defined financial expectations.
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