Aquatic Herbicide Treatment, Milfoil, Hopkinton Lake, Hopkinton, NH and Everett Lake, Weare, NH
Overview
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District, is soliciting proposals for Aquatic Herbicide Treatment to control variable milfoil at the Hopkinton-Everett Lakes Flood Control Project in Hopkinton and Weare, NH. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Proposals are due May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves furnishing all materials, equipment, and labor for the systematic application of aquatic herbicide to control variable milfoil. The primary treatment locations include portions of Elm Brook Pool in Hopkinton, NH (approximately 20 acres) and Everett Lake in Weare, NH (approximately 30 acres), totaling about 50 acres. Key tasks include:
- Utilizing a differential GPS system for accurate application.
- Complying with State of New Hampshire pesticide application permit requirements.
- Submitting an Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analysis, Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter, and First-Aid/CPR certifications.
- Performing water testing and reporting, including pre and post-treatment surveys and herbicide residue sampling.
- Providing a final report detailing treatment efficacy and recommendations.
- The Government may exercise an option for additional water testing and reporting.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (RFQ).
- Period of Performance: From contract award through December 31, 2026.
- Treatment Period: After September 8, 2026, and completed before September 30, 2026.
- Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, unless otherwise approved.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) with a $19.5 Million size standard.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission: Via email to Contract Specialist Jennifer M. Samela (jennifer.m.samela@usace.army.mil) by May 11, 2026, 02:00 PM Local Time.
- Required Documents: A comprehensive quote and a "Solicitation Survey" detailing business experience, federal contract history, key personnel, subcontractors, certifications, and past performance references.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical, Price, and Past Performance. Quotes will first be evaluated for responsiveness, then comparatively based on these factors.
- Mandatory Requirement: Vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov at the time of submission to be considered.
- Site Visit: A strongly recommended site visit is scheduled for May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern at the Hopkinton Project Office.
Additional Notes
- The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses that bidders must adhere to.
- A previous contract for similar services was awarded to DeRosa Environmental Consulting Inc for $60,232.