Chemical Vegetation Control, Knightville Dam and Littleville Lake, Huntington, MA
Overview
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Qualification Details
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 Chemical Vegetation Control services at Knightville Dam and Littleville Lake in Huntington, MA, and the Dayville Recreation Area in Chester, MA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The work involves treating invasive species, Japanese Knotweed, and Poison Ivy across various areas. Quotes are due May 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all materials, labor, and equipment for chemical vegetation control. Key tasks include:
- Knightville Dam: Spot spraying rip rap (approx. 19.5 acres), treating Japanese Knotweed along a 3-mile roadside with a 25-foot buffer (approx. 3.5 acres), and spot spraying Poison Ivy in three sections (approx. 4690 sq ft total).
- Littleville Lake: Spot spraying rip rap and dike rip rap (approx. 18 acres), spot spraying Poison Ivy at the boat ramp (approx. 1080 sq ft), downstream entrance gate (approx. 850 sq ft), and along two drainage ditches (approx. 2090 sq ft total), plus spot treatment of invasive species (approx. 0.16 acres).
- Dayville Recreation Area: Spot treatment of invasive species along a 0.5-mile roadside with a 25-foot buffer and in designated grassy fields. A 90% kill rate must be achieved 30 days post-application, with re-treatment required within 14 days if not met. Visual aids and maps are provided in the attachments to detail specific treatment areas.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: From Contract Award to October 26, 2026. Initial treatment period is July 28, 2026, to September 5, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping Services)
- Size Standard: $9.5 Million
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: May 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to Jennifer M. Samela (jennifer.m.samela@usace.army.mil).
- Evaluation Factors: Quotes will be evaluated based on Technical capability, Price, and Past Performance.
- Mandatory Requirements:
- Mandatory Solicitation Survey: Must be completed and returned with quotes, detailing company information, experience, personnel, licenses (e.g., Chemical Applicator), and past performance references.
- Active SAM.gov Registration: Required at the time of submission; non-compliant vendors will be rejected.
- Mandatory Site Visit: Highly recommended; contact the Technical Point of Contact to schedule.
Additional Notes
Safety requirements include compliance with EM 385-1-1 and development of an Accident Prevention Plan. Payment will be processed via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).