$99M SPK Mitigation and Vegetation Clearing MATOC

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to the solicitation (W9123826RA009) makes the following key changes:

• Offer Due Date Extended: The response due date has been extended from February 20, 2026, to March 6, 2026.
• Key Personnel Requirement Modified: Sections L and M have been edited to remove the requirement that Key Personnel must be employees of the prime contractor. This change impacts the proposal submission and evaluation criteria.
• New Clause Added: FAR Clause 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting (Deviation 2021-00008), has been incorporated by full text. This clause outlines specific limitations on the percentage of work that can be subcontracted, with variations based on contract type (services, supplies, general construction, special trade construction) and applies to various set-aside scenarios and orders under multiple-award contracts.
• Attachment Updates: The Performance Work Statement (PWS) has been updated, with a new version titled "PWS 2.19 UPDATE" replacing the previous "Performance Work Statement." Other attachments, including Section L Table 3, Ordering Instructions, and the Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ), remain the same.

• Sections L (Proposal Submission) and M (Evaluation Factors) have been modified.

• The list of contract documents/attachments has been updated to reflect the PWS change.

• Offerors must acknowledge this amendment.

• The proposal submission deadline is now March 6, 2026.

• Offerors should review the updated requirements regarding Key Personnel and the new "Limitations on Subcontracting" clause when preparing their proposals.

Solicitation

This solicitation (W9123826RA0090002) is for a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for landscaping services for the Sacramento District. The contract will be awarded to qualifying offerors who submit technically acceptable proposals.

• The solicitation covers landscaping services.

• Specific project types required for previous experience include Mitigation, Wetland/Riparian, Vegetation Clearing, and Elderberry Transplanting.

• Projects must meet minimum dollar values, acreage thresholds, be awarded within the last six years, and be at least 50% complete.

• Contract Type: Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC).

• Period of Performance: Orders may be issued from the date of award through five years from the date of award.

• Contract Value: Minimum contract value is $2,000.00, with a maximum contract value of $50,000,000.00.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: February 20, 2026, at 14:00.

• Submission Method: Electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website in Adobe PDF format.

• Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis for Technical Proposal and Past Performance Information (Factors 1 and 3 must be "pass", Factor 2 is "pass" or neutral). Price will be evaluated at the task order level.

• Key Deadlines: Offer due date is March 6, 2026, at 02:00 PM.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 561730

• Size Standard: $10,000,000.00

• Various small business set-aside clauses are incorporated, including Total Small Business Set-Aside (52.219-6) and Limitations on Subcontracting (52.219-14).

• Offerors are advised to submit proposals on the most favorable terms as discussions may not be held.

• Specific requirements for resumes of key personnel (Program Manager, CQCS, Native Plant Specialist) are detailed.

• Attachments include a Performance Work Statement (PWS), Section L Table 3, Ordering Instructions, and a Past Performance Questionnaire.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District intends to award a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for mitigation and vegetation clearing efforts within its Area of Responsibility (AOR) in California. The MATOC will cover numerous task orders, with an aggregate capacity of $99,000,000.00 shared among awardees.

The primary objective is to prepare areas for construction of Flood Risk Management (FRM) features and mitigate impacts from these features. Work will be authorized via individual task orders.

Key activities include:

• Vegetation clearing and habitat development
• Elderberry transplanting and maintenance
• Re-vegetation services (installation and maintenance of mitigation plantings)
• Creating and maintaining mitigation sites for offsite mitigation
• Native plant propagation
• Other activities such as excavation, erosion control, well drilling, drainage systems, and obtaining permits.

Services will be performed within the Sacramento District's Area of Responsibility in California. Task orders will specify individual performance periods and locations.

• The contractor must provide all personnel, equipment, and materials, except for government-furnished items.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations, including USACE EM 385-1-1.
• Specific personnel qualifications are required for key roles such as Program Manager, Quality Control Supervisor, Native Plant Specialist, and others, as detailed in the document.
• Safety requirements are stringent, including adherence to OSHA standards and the development of an Accident Prevention Plan (APP).
• Environmental services are required for remedial actions related to levee improvements, including mitigation for construction impacts.
• The contract is Firm-Fixed Price for all task orders, issued over a five-year ordering period.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation W9123826RA009 by adding the following documents:

• Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ)

• Table 3 from Section L

• The attachments table has been updated to reflect the addition of the PPQ and Section L Table 3.

• The "Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services" section (Addendum to 52.212-1) has been modified.

• The proposal submission deadline remains 14:00 on February 20, 2026.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website in Adobe PDF format with OCR applied.

• Offerors must acknowledge all amendments to the RFP in accordance with the instructions on the SF 30.

• The amendment adds specific requirements for Volume I, Factor 1 (Summary of Previous Experience), including four types of projects with specific value and size criteria (Mitigation, Wetland/Riparian, Vegetation Clearing, Elderberry Transplanting).

• Volume I, Factor 3 (Resumes of Key Management Personnel) outlines specific roles (Program Manager, Contractor Quality Control Supervisor, Native Plant Specialist) with detailed qualifications and experience requirements. Subcontractor identification is also required.

• Volume II, Tab 1 (SF1449, Solicitation, Offer, and Award) and Tab 2 (Representations and Certifications) must be completed in their entirety. Failure to provide requested information may result in disqualification.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (W9123826RA0090001) to establish a landscaping services Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for the Sacramento District. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 561730, with a size standard of $10,000,000.00.

• The solicitation outlines requirements for landscaping services.

• Specific details regarding project types, minimum values, acreage, and completion percentages are provided for "Mitigation," "Wetland/Riparian Project," "Vegetation Clearing," and "Elderberry Transplanting" projects.

• Resumes for key personnel (Program Manager, Contractor Quality Control Supervisor, and Native Plant Specialist) are required, with specific educational and experience qualifications.

• The contract type is a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC).

• The contract period is for five years from the date of award.

• The contract has a minimum value of $2,000.00 and a maximum value of $50,000,000.00.

• Pricing arrangement is Firm Fixed Price.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website.

• The proposal submission deadline is February 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time.

• Proposals will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis for technical factors, with price evaluated at the task order level.

• Technical evaluation factors include: Summary of Previous Experience, Past Performance, and Resumes of Key Personnel.

• Volume I (Technical Proposal and Past Performance Information) is limited to 30 pages.

• Volume II (Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors) is exempt from page count.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• Various small business categories are listed, including HUBZone Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB).

• Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference and in full text, covering various aspects of contract performance, compliance, and reporting.

• Specific instructions are provided for proposal format, page limits, and content.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Table 3 - Presentation of Previous Experience," is a form or template designed to guide offerors in presenting detailed information about their past performance on contracts. It serves as a structured way for bidders to provide relevant details about their experience to the government.

The table is divided into sections covering:

• Contract Information / Contract Schedule: Details such as contract/task order number, role (prime/subcontractor), UEI, contract type, award and final amounts, completion dates, modifications, cost growth, and insurance.
• Program Accomplishments: Includes bullet points to denote project delivery team personnel and their association with the offeror.
• Client Contact: Inquires about the availability of a CPARS rating for the project.
• Client Contracting Officer: Requests the date of the last CPARS rating.
• Offeror Point of Contact: A section for contact information.

Bidders must complete this table to provide specific, verifiable details about their past performance. This information is crucial for the government's evaluation of the offeror's experience and capability to perform the work described in the solicitation. The detailed breakdown of contract specifics and performance metrics will likely be a significant factor in the evaluation process.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the NAVFAC/USACE Past Performance Questionnaire (Form PPQ-0). It is designed to collect feedback from clients regarding a contractor's performance on a previous project. This information is used by the government to assess past performance as part of the evaluation process for new solicitations.

• Contractor Information: Fields for firm name, address, contact details, CAGE code, DUNS number, and how the work was performed (Prime, Sub, Joint Venture, etc.).
• Contract Information: Details about the contract number, type, title, location, award and completion dates, and original and final contract prices.
• Project Description: A section for the contractor to describe the project's complexity and its relevance to the current submission.
• Client Information: Fields for the client's name, title, contact details, and their role in the project.
• Performance Evaluation: A detailed questionnaire covering Quality, Schedule/Timeliness, Customer Satisfaction, Management/Personnel/Labor, Cost/Financial Management, Safety/Security, and General performance. It uses an adjective rating scale (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, Not Applicable).
• Remarks: A section for narrative feedback on strengths, weaknesses, deficiencies, or other relevant comments.

Bidders will likely need to provide this questionnaire to their past clients for completion. The completed questionnaire will be submitted with their proposal to demonstrate their past performance. The detailed evaluation criteria within the form can also help bidders understand what aspects of performance are most valued by the government.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for services related to mitigation, wetland/riparian restoration, vegetation clearing, and elderberry transplanting. The government intends to award to qualifying offerors who submit technically acceptable proposals that meet all solicitation requirements.

• Previous Experience (Pass/Fail): Offerors must submit four projects demonstrating experience in:

  • Mitigation (min. $600,000 value, 5 acres)
  • Wetland/Riparian Restoration (min. $350,000 value, 3 acres)
  • Vegetation Clearing (min. $350,000 value, 3 acres)
  • Elderberry Transplanting (min. $250,000 value, 40 elderberries)
  • Projects must have been awarded within the last 6 years and be at least 50% complete.

• Past Performance (Pass/Fail): Evaluated based on the four project types and thresholds. Government may seek information from various sources, including CPARS.

• Key Personnel (Pass/Fail): Resumes required for Program Manager, Contractor Quality Control Supervisor (CQCS), and Native Plant Specialist, meeting specific education, experience, and registration requirements.

• Contract Type: Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC).

• Period of Performance: Orders may be issued from date of award through five years from date of award.

• Contract Value: Minimum order $225,000; Maximum order $50,000,000 per item or combination.

• Total Contract Value: Minimum $2,000.00, Maximum $50,000,000.00.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: 20 February 2026, 14:00 Local Time.

• Submission Method: Electronic via Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website in Adobe PDF format with OCR.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis for technical factors. Price will be evaluated at the task order level. Award will be made to responsible offerors whose proposals are technically acceptable and most advantageous to the Government.

• Evaluation Factors:

  • Volume I: Technical Proposal and Past Performance Information (Factors 1, 2, 3)
  • Volume II: Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors (Factors 1, 2)

• Page Limits: Volume I limited to 30 pages total for Factors 1, 2, and 3. Volume II tabs are exempt from page count.

• Set-Aside: Small Business (NAICS 561730, Size Standard $10,000,000).

• Other: Various clauses related to small business concerns, HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc., are incorporated.

• Offerors must comply with all instructions, representations, and certifications. Failure to comply may result in ineligibility for award.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses related to contract terms, conditions, representations, and certifications.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for mitigation and vegetation clearing efforts within the Sacramento District Civil Works Area of Responsibility. The contract aims to cover efforts related to Flood Risk Management (FRM) features and mitigation for impacts from these features.

The MATOC will cover a range of services including:

• Vegetation clearing and habitat development
• Elderberry transplanting and maintenance
• Re-vegetation services for levee repair sites
• Creating and maintaining offsite mitigation sites
• Native plant propagation
• Other activities such as excavation, erosion control, well drilling, and invasive species management.

Services will be performed within the USACE Sacramento District's Area of Responsibility in California. Task Orders will be issued over a five-year contract period.

Task Orders will include specific performance-based requirements and a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) to evaluate contractor performance. The PWS also references a Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) which outlines performance objectives and thresholds.

• Safety: Contractors must comply with USACE EM 385-1-1 and other applicable safety regulations. A Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is required for high-risk work.
• Key Personnel: Specific qualifications are required for roles such as Program Manager, Contractor Quality Control Supervisor, Native Plant Specialist, Supervisor, Contracts Manager, and Jobsite Foreman.
• Environmental: Compliance with environmental regulations, including those related to the Valley Elderberry Longhorn Beetle and stormwater management (SWPPP/QSP/QSD), is required.
• Reporting: Contractors must report labor hours via the Contractor Management Reporting (CMR) system. Invoices must be submitted monthly with detailed descriptions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Ordering Procedures for Task Orders" under a Master Agreement or similar contract vehicle. It details the process by which the Government will request proposals for individual task orders, how those proposals will be evaluated, and the requirements for submitting them.

• Request for Proposals (RFPs): Government requests will specify proposal due date, general scope of work, location of work, technical requirements, and time period for performance.
• Proposal Submission: Contractors must submit firm-fixed-price proposals in writing to the Government POC within the specified timeframe.
• Price Breakout: The Contracting Officer may require an itemized price breakout in an unlocked, editable Microsoft Excel format, with supporting documentation in Adobe PDF.
• Fair Opportunity: All MATOC (Multiple Award Task Order Contract) holders will be provided a fair opportunity to compete for task orders exceeding $2,500.00.
• Evaluation: Task order RFPs may be awarded based on lowest price or evaluated using a best-value continuum (trade-off or LPTA).
• Response to RFPs: Contractors will respond "yes" or "no" to express interest. If multiple contractors respond "yes," the task order will be competed, unless exceptions apply.
• Protests: Protests related to task order issuance are generally not authorized, with specific exceptions for scope/period/value increases or orders exceeding $25 million (for DoD, NASA, Coast Guard).
• Ombudsman: A Task Order and Delivery Order Contract Ombudsman is responsible for reviewing complaints to ensure fair opportunity. Contact information for the Ombudsman is provided.

This document is crucial for understanding the process of receiving and responding to individual task orders issued under a larger contract. It clarifies how task order requirements will be communicated, what information is needed in proposals, how proposals will be evaluated, and the procedures for ensuring fair competition among eligible contractors.