F--Hazardous Tree Removal for NPS, Kennesaw Mountain

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Modification #0003) to solicitation 140P5126Q0015 extends the bid due date and modifies the period of performance.

• Bid Due Date: Extended to April 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.

• Period of Performance Start Date: Changed from April 15, 2026, to April 27, 2026.

• Period of Performance End Date: Changed from April 15, 2027, to April 27, 2027.

• Line Item 00010 (Hazardous Tree Removal): The start and end dates for this line item have been updated to align with the new overall period of performance.

• Delivery Location (0011283022): The delivery date has been changed from April 15, 2027, to April 27, 2027.

• The deadline for submitting offers has been extended to April 16, 2026.

• Bidders should ensure their proposals reflect the updated period of performance dates.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Modification No. 2) is issued to provide:

• The Q&A (Questions and Answers) related to the solicitation.
• A Trail Map for the Hazardous Tree Removal project.

This amendment does not modify the original solicitation's core requirements or deadlines but provides supplementary information.

Bidders should review the attached Q&A and Trail Map for any clarifications or additional context relevant to their proposals. It is the offeror's responsibility to check for updated information. The closing date and time for receipt of quotes remains Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 5pm (EDT).

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "Remove Hazardous Trees" opportunity at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park.

• Project Type: This is a new requirement, not a recompete. Information on previous awards is not publicly available.

• Stump Height: All tree stumps must be cut 6 inches or less above ground, overriding any conflicting information in the bid sheet for Types C and D.

• Project Schedule: A project schedule will be coordinated by the COR after the contractor receives the Notice to Proceed.

• Arborist Certification: ISA Arborist certification documents must be submitted with the quote, not just upon award.

• Bond Requirement: The park will not require a bond for this project.

• Bid Submission: The price sheet is required, along with other guidance in the solicitation and Section 52.212-2 EVALUATION. Bids are due Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 5 pm EDT via email to Jade_bynum@ios.doi.gov.

• Tree Location: No photos or mile markers are provided for tree locations; bidders are advised to consult Section 8.1 of the SOW.

• Equipment Use: Equipment is allowed during tree removal. Heavy equipment must not operate on or within 5 feet of historic earthworks.

• Cutting Smaller Trees: Removing smaller trees is permissible if necessary for the safe felling of hazardous trees.

• Clarifies stump height requirements.

• Specifies that arborist certification is due with the quote.

• Confirms no bond is required.

• Provides the bid submission deadline and email address.

• Recommends site visits due to project complexity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map of the Northern Trail Section of Kennesaw Mountain, revised May 25, 2025. It serves as a visual guide for navigating the trails within this area.

• Trail Network: Depicts various trails including Environmental Trail, Kennesaw Mountain Trail, Little Kennesaw Trail, Pigeon Hill Trail, and others.
• Points of Interest: Highlights locations such as the Visitor Center, CCC Camp Historical Site, U.S. Army Monument, and different Activity Areas.
• Trail Information: Provides milepost markers, trail difficulty (indicated by color: orange, red, green), and elevation for some points (e.g., Little Kennesaw Mountain 1610 ft, Kennesaw Mountain 1808 ft, Pigeon Hill 1243 ft).
• Scale and Orientation: Includes a map scale in miles and a north arrow.
• Continuity: Indicates that the map continues with the Central Trail Section.

This map is relevant to bidders by providing a detailed understanding of the geographical layout and trail system within the Kennesaw Mountain area. This information is crucial for any opportunity involving work within this park, such as trail maintenance, construction, or environmental services, as it outlines the scope of the physical area, access points, and potential logistical considerations.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Modification No. 1) to solicitation 140P5126Q0015 adds information regarding a site visit.

• The site visit information is added to the solicitation.

• A site visit will take place on March 31st, 2026, at 10 am EDT at NPS, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park for Hazardous Tree Removal.

• The solicitation number is 140P5126Q0015.

• This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item, issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).

• The procurement is a 100% small business set-aside with NAICS code 561730 (Landscaping Services) and a small business standard of $8M.

• Product Service code is F014 (Natural Resources/conservation- Tree Thinning).

• Offerors must have a valid UEI number and be registered in SAM.gov, self-certified under NAICS code 561730, and have no exclusions.

• Questions are due by email to Jade_bynum@ios.doi.gov by 5 pm EDT on April 2, 2026. Answers will be posted similarly to this notice.

• Quotes are due by email to Jade_bynum@ios.doi.gov by 5 pm EDT on April 9, 2026.

• The Period of Performance is 04/15/2026 to 04/15/2027.

• The government intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price Contract using lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) evaluation criteria.

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

To remove hazardous, potentially hazardous, and downed trees and limbs from trails, roads, and parking lots at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park (KEMO) in Kennesaw, GA.

• Removal of approximately 337 hazardous trees (16-36 inches diameter at breast height) and hazardous limbs as directed by the National Park Service (NPS).

• Trees and limbs to be removed will be clearly marked by NPS.

• Services include tree felling, limb trimming, chipping and hauling debris to an NPS-approved disposal area, or spreading debris as directed.

• Stumps must be cut to no more than 1 inch above ground level.

• Specific types of removal include:

  • Type A: Felling Only
  • Type B: Felling & Debris Spreading
  • Type C: Felling, Debris Removal & Traffic Control (logs removed, stumps cut low, site restored)
  • Type D: Felling, Climbing, Debris Removal & Traffic Control (logs removed, stumps cut low, site restored, includes climbing)

• 100% of marked trees removed without damage to unmarked trees or park resources.

• 100% compliance with stump height requirement.

• All debris cleared from designated work zones within 48 hours of falling.

• No remaining limbs lower than 12 feet above trails and 14 feet above roads, unless directed otherwise.

• Trimming completed within 5 business days of task order issuance.

• Zero incidents of earthwork disturbance.

• Zero recordable safety incidents attributable to contractor negligence.

• 100% of workers wearing required PPE.

• Project Site: Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 905 Kennesaw Mountain Drive NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30152.

• Period of Performance: Anticipated 6 to 12 months, approximately mid-June to mid-December. Work will be ordered on an as-needed basis, typically once per month.

• Contractor must be a Certified Arborist ISA or have an equivalent on staff with at least three years of practical experience.

• Highly recommended for bidders to visit the worksite.

• Compliance with OSHA, NPS safety policies, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• Protection of historic earthworks (heavy equipment must not operate within 5 feet).

• Contractor must maintain liability and workers' compensation insurance.

• Adherence to hauling restrictions on park roads.

• Contractor working hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, unless otherwise approved.

• Entrance roads and parking lots must remain open for public use.

• Appropriate warning signs must be posted.

• Use of best management practices for tree removal and trimming.

• Equipment must be in good and safe working condition.

• Daily safety briefing required.

• Contract is firm-fixed price, using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (NAICS code 561730).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing sheet for the "Remove Hazardous Trees and Limbs" opportunity at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. It outlines the quantities and unit prices for different types and sizes of tree removal.

• Type A Tree Removal: Quantities specified for trees with DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) ranging from 16 to 36 inches.
• Type B Tree Removal: Quantities specified for trees with DBH ranging from 10 to 36 inches.
• Type C Tree Removal: Quantities specified for trees with DBH ranging from 10 to 36 inches.
• Type D Tree Removal: Quantities specified for trees with DBH ranging from 10 to 36 inches.
• Unit Price: All listed unit prices are $0.00.
• Total: The total estimated cost is $0.00.
• Inclusions: The estimate includes labor, equipment, travel, overhead, and profit per tree.

This pricing sheet provides the estimated quantities for various tree removal categories. Bidders should use this information to understand the scope of work and to prepare their pricing proposals, noting that the provided unit prices are zero. The total quantity of trees to be removed across all types is 337.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item, specifically "Hazardous Tree Removal" for the National Park Service (NPS) at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park in Kennesaw, GA. The procurement is 100% set-aside for Small Businesses.

• Hazardous Tree Removal for NPS, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park.

• The service is described under Product/Service Code F014, "Natural Resources/Conservation - Tree Thinning."

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: April 15, 2026, to April 15, 2027.

• Award Basis: Best value, determined by lowest price technically acceptable.

• Quotations are requested via email to Jade_bynum@ios.doi.gov.

• Questions are due by 5:00 PM EDT on April 2, 2026.

• Quotes are due by 5:00 PM EDT on April 9, 2026.

• Evaluation will be based on technical capability, price, and past performance, with technical and past performance being equal when compared to price.

• This procurement is a 100% small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping Services), Small Business Standard: $8M.

• Offerors must have an active vendor record in SAM.gov and be registered.

• Offerors must not have any exclusions such as delinquent federal debt or debarment.

• Offerors must self-certify under NAICS Code 561730 in the Representations and Certifications section of SAM.gov.

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued.

• The resultant purchase order will be awarded using simplified acquisition procedures.

• Companies must have a valid UEI number and be registered in SAM.gov.

• No oral or late questions will be accepted.