USDA Forest Service Swan Guard Station Snow Removal
ID: 1284LM26Q0003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 2Ogden, UT, 844012310, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- SNOW REMOVAL/SALT (S218)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/1bb4eea462154bac9eba55e397ffebdb/view
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    The USDA Forest Service is soliciting bids for snow removal services at the Swan Guard Station located in the Swan Lake Ranger District, Lake County, Montana. This procurement involves a firm-fixed-price contract for snow removal and snowbank/berm removal, requiring the contractor to provide all necessary labor, equipment, and supervision to ensure clear access to the facility. The contract will span a base year with four optional one-year extensions, emphasizing the importance of maintaining safe access for guests and staff during winter months. Interested small businesses must submit their technical and price proposals, including an experience questionnaire, by the specified deadline, and can direct inquiries to JoAnne Meiers at joanne.meiers@usda.gov.

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    JoAnne Meiers
    joanne.meiers@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1 Solicitation Terms and Conditions.docx
    The Swan Lake Ranger District is soliciting bids for snow removal and snowbank/berm removal services at the Swan Guard Station. This firm-fixed-price contract will span a base year and four option years, for a total duration not exceeding five years and six months. Bids will be evaluated based on price, technical acceptability, and past performance, with award going to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer with acceptable or neutral past performance. Quoters must provide technical and price proposals, including an experience questionnaire and past performance information, and submit them via email by the specified deadline. The solicitation also outlines applicable FAR and AGAR clauses, wage determinations, and minimum insurance coverage requirements.
    Attachment 2 Statement of Work.docx
    The Flathead National Forest is seeking snow removal services for the Swan Guard Station in Swan Lake, MT. This performance-based contract requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, equipment, and supervision for plowing and snowbank removal on Forest Service Road (FSR) 768 and the adjacent 30' x 30' parking area. Snow removal will commence when accumulations reach eight inches or more, or when requested by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and must be completed within 24 hours of notification. The contractor is responsible for clearing the access road and parking area, piling snow in designated areas, and removing snow berms as needed to ensure clear access for guests and staff. The proposed period of performance includes a base year from January 15, 2026, to January 14, 2027, with four optional one-year extensions. The government will not be liable for equipment loss or damage unless due to negligent acts by government employees. Performance will be monitored by the COR, with the objective of maintaining clear and safe access to the rental cabin.
    Attachment 3 QASP.docx
    The USDA's Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for the Swan Guard Snow Removal project outlines methods for monitoring contractor performance against established standards. It details performance standards, acceptable quality levels (AQLs), and procedures for addressing non-performance, including documentation and remedial actions. The QASP defines the responsibilities of the contractor (implementing a Quality Control Plan) and government personnel, including the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR), in ensuring contract compliance. Surveillance methods, such as 100 percent inspection, and analysis of results are described, leading to outcomes of outstanding, acceptable, or unacceptable performance. Appendices provide forms for performance summaries, discrepancy reports, customer feedback, and quality assurance monitoring.
    Attachment 4 Area Map.docx
    This exhibit provides a site map for the Swan Lake Guard Station within the Flathead National Forest, specifically outlining areas for a snow removal contract. The map legend identifies two key areas requiring plowing services: Forest Service Road (FSR) #768 and a designated parking area. This document serves as a visual aid for potential contractors bidding on snow removal services, clarifying the scope of work for this specific federal government RFP.
    Attachment 5 Wage Determination.pdf
    This document is a wage determination under the Service Contract Act, outlining minimum wages and fringe benefits for various occupations in specific Montana counties (Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Ravalli, Sanders). It details rates for administrative, automotive, food service, health, IT, and other categories. The determination also includes provisions for paid sick leave, minimum wage rates under Executive Orders 13706 and 13658, vacation, and holidays. Footnotes clarify exemptions for computer employees and provide details on night and Sunday pay for air traffic controllers and weather observers. Additionally, it addresses hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and the conformance process for unlisted job classifications.
    Attachment 6 Experience Questionnaire.docx
    The USDA Forest Service Experience Questionnaire is a document used to assess the qualifications and experience of contractors for solicitations. It requires contractors to provide detailed information regarding their business structure, years of experience as a prime and/or sub-contractor, and a list of projects completed within the last three years, including contract amounts, project types, completion dates, and contact information for owners. The questionnaire also asks about concurrent contractual commitments, any failures to complete work, and whether project sites were visited. Furthermore, it requests details on available employees and equipment, the experience of key individuals involved in the project, and allows for additional remarks to support their capabilities. The form concludes with a certification section for the certifying official's name, title, signature, and date, ensuring all provided statements are complete and correct.
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