BLDG 1 Indoor Plant / Landscaping

Amendment / Modification

This amendment incorporates clauses 52.217-8 & 52.217-9 into Attachment 2.

Attachment 2 – Clauses and Provisions

No changes to proposal due dates or evaluation factors are indicated by this amendment. The anticipated proposal due date remains 25 May 2026, and the anticipated performance start date is 1 June 2026.

Amendment / Modification

This document, "Attach 2 - FA251726Q0001 AMENDED.pdf", appears to be an amended version of a previous document related to solicitation FA251726Q0001. It primarily lists clauses and provisions incorporated by reference, along with their respective dates and sections. The document includes a detailed breakdown of various FAR and DFARS clauses, such as:

• Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services: This section (252.204-7017) requires offerors to represent whether they provide such equipment or services to the Government. It outlines definitions, prohibitions, and disclosure requirements if the offeror does provide these items.
• System for Award Management (SAM) related clauses: Several clauses reference SAM for registration, maintenance, and reporting requirements (e.g., 52.204-13, 52.204-7).
• Prohibitions related to specific regions or entities: Clauses address prohibitions on procurements from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (252.225-7059, 252.225-7060) and business operations with the Maduro Regime (252.225-7055, 252.225-7056).
• Payment and invoicing instructions: Clause 252.232-7003 details electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports via the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system, including specific document types and routing data.
• Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or Felony Conviction: Clause 52.209-11 requires corporations to represent their status regarding unpaid taxes and recent felony convictions.
• Options to Extend: Clauses 52.217-8 and 52.217-9 address the Government's option to extend services and the term of the contract, specifying limitations on duration.

This document amends or clarifies the incorporated clauses and provisions relevant to the solicitation FA251726Q0001. Specific sections of the original solicitation are updated or supplemented by the inclusion of these clauses.

Offerors must review these incorporated clauses and provisions carefully. They will need to complete required representations (e.g., regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment, tax liability, felony convictions) and understand the procedures for electronic invoicing and payment through WAWF. The document also highlights potential contract extensions.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists clauses and provisions incorporated by reference into a solicitation (FA251726Q0001). It serves as a reference for offerors to understand the full text of these contractual requirements, which are not included in full within the solicitation itself.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: Lists numerous FAR and DFARS clauses with their clause numbers, alternate/deviation numbers, titles, year/month, and section.
• Clauses in Full Text: Provides the complete text for specific clauses, including:
  • 252.204-7017: Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation.
  • 252.232-7006: Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions.
  • 52.252-1: Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference.
  • 52.252-2: Clauses Incorporated by Reference.
  • 52.209-11: Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law.
  • 252.204-7016: Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation.
• Key Clauses for Offerors: Several clauses require specific representations from offerors, such as those related to covered defense telecommunications equipment, delinquent tax liability, and felony convictions.

Bidders must review the full text of the referenced clauses and provisions to understand their obligations and any required representations. Key areas of focus include:

• Telecommunications Restrictions: Clauses 252.204-7017 and 252.204-7016 require representations regarding the provision of covered defense telecommunications equipment or services.
• Payment Procedures: Clause 252.232-7006 details the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system for electronic invoicing and payment requests.
• Legal and Financial Representations: Clause 52.209-11 requires representations concerning unpaid tax liabilities and recent felony convictions.

Bidders should pay close attention to the "Clauses in Full Text" section and any clauses requiring specific representations or actions to ensure their proposals are compliant.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services for BLDG 1 Indoor Plant / Landscaping at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO. It is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Combat Forces Command (CFC).

• The primary service required is Plant Maintenance.

• The contract includes a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, plus a 6-month extension for services.

• Specific requirements for technical acceptability include:

  • A Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH) certificate.
  • Personnel applying chemical treatments must hold a valid State Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
  • A detailed methodology for watering plants without facility water hoses, including portable water tanks or alternative manual equipment.
  • Demonstration of recent and relevant projects (within the last 3 years) of similar scope (>300 plants).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price small business set-aside purchase order.

• NAICS Code: 561730 - Landscape Care and Maintenance Services.

• Size Standard: $9.5 Million.

• Period of Performance: Anticipated start date of 1 June 2026, with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, plus a 6-month extension.

• Proposal Due Date: 25 May 2026, by 10:00 AM Mountain Time.

• Submission Location: 21 CONS/PKB, to both Dante Aletto (dante.aletto.1@spaceforce.mil) and Dominic Impallaria (dominic.impallaria@spaceforce.mil).

• Quote Validity: Minimum of 60 calendar days.

• Submission Format: Two parts - Part I (Priced Quote) and Part II (Technical Documentation, not to exceed 5 pages).

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors. Evaluation is based on the lowest total evaluated price that meets technical criteria on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis. The lowest evaluated priced quote will be assessed for technical acceptability.

• This acquisition is a small business set-aside.

• All companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference (effective 04/17/2026).

• .zip files are not an acceptable format for submission.

• The Government will not provide contract financing.

• Questions regarding the solicitation are due no later than 10:00 AM Mountain Time on 20 May 2026.

• Attachments include: PWS, Clauses and Provisions, Wage Determination, and CLIN Pricing Schedule.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for non-personal services to provide indoor landscape maintenance for HQ Combat Forces Command (HQCFC) Building 1 (Bldg-1) at Peterson Space Force Base (SFB), Colorado. The goal is to maintain the visual aesthetics and overall health of all live foliage, plants, and trees within the building.

• Maintenance Frequency: Weekly inspections and performance of all required maintenance tasks for live foliage, including replacement of unhealthy plants.

• Inventory: Approximately 341 plants and 20 trees are located in the atrium and catwalk planters. Specific plant types are listed, including Ficus Tree, Bamboo Palm, and various Dracaena species, among others.

• Tasks:

  • Maintain proper moisture levels specific to each plant species.
  • Trim plants of dead or yellowing leaves and branches.
  • Remove debris, dead leaves, and trash from soil and surrounding floor areas after maintenance.
  • Provide proper nutrient levels for each plant species.
  • Inspect for and treat all plant diseases or insect infestations.

• Reporting: Provide a brief monthly report summarizing plant health, noting systemic issues, and confirming weekly visits. Submit with the monthly invoice by the 10th of the following month.

• Moisture Management: Maintain proper levels per species.

• Pruning and Trimming: Ensure plants are free of dead foliage after each visit.

• Sanitation: Immediate removal of debris.

• Pest and Disease Management: Infestations treated within 7 calendar days of discovery; treatments overseen by a Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH) and compliant with FIFRA and IPM practices.

• Documentation: Timely submission of Employee Authorization List (EAL), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and CPH certifications.

• Reporting: Monthly health report and invoice submitted by the 10th of the following month.

• Location: HQ Combat Forces Command (HQCFC) Building 1 (Bldg-1) at Peterson Space Force Base (SFB), Colorado.

• Working Hours: Monday through Friday, 07:30 to 16:30, excluding Federal Holidays, Executive Orders, and Combat Forces Command "Family Days."

• Safety Data Sheets (SDS): Provide SDS for all fertilizers, nutrients, or chemicals prior to application. No on-site storage of chemicals is permitted.

• Qualifications: Horticultural assessments and treatment plans must be developed or overseen by a CPH. Treatments must be performed by a State-certified pesticide applicator.

• Equipment: Contractor to provide all watering equipment; portable water tanks or manual methods required (hoses prohibited).

• Access and Security: Contractors must sign in daily, wear temporary "T" badges, and display installation identification. An Employee Authorization List (EAL) is required.

• Personnel: Authorized personnel must be U.S. Citizens with no felony convictions. Personnel require base identification and vehicle passes.

• Government Furnished Services: Access to water source and facility dumpsters for waste.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work covered by the Service Contract Act.

• Wage Determination Number: 2015-5417, Revision No.: 32, dated 3/30/2026.
• Geographic Area: State of Colorado, specifically the Counties of El Paso and Teller.
• Occupational Listings: Includes a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupational codes, and the minimum hourly wage rate for each.
• Fringe Benefits: States that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing." Specific health and welfare benefits are detailed at the end of the document.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining specific requirements and minimum hourly rates for 2025 ($13.30 or higher if listed in the determination).
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for contractors to request authorization for additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing the contract. It establishes the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees working on the contract, directly impacting the bid pricing and overall cost of performance. Bidders must ensure their proposals comply with these wage and benefit requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attach 4 - CLIN Pricing Schedule.xlsx", provides the CLIN (Contract Line Item Number) pricing structure for the "BLDG 1 Indoor Plant / Landscaping" opportunity. Bidders are instructed to fill in only the yellow cells.

• The schedule outlines CLINs for indoor plant and landscaping services, each tied to a specific period of performance.
• CLINs cover annual service periods from May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2031.
• An optional 6-month extension (CLIN 5001) is included, running from May 31, 2031, to October 31, 2031.
• Each CLIN has fields for Quantity (Months) and Unit Price, with a calculated Total.
• The document includes fields for "TOTAL PRICE" and "TOTAL EVALUATED PRICE", both currently listed as 0.0.
• Placeholder fields for "CONTRACTOR INFO" (Organization, Point of Contact, CAGE, Phone, Email) are present.

This pricing schedule is critical for bidders to understand the structure of the contract and to input their proposed pricing for each CLIN. Bidders must adhere to the "Fill in yellow cells ONLY" instruction when completing this schedule as part of their proposal submission.