Snake River Area Office Weed Control
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Bureau of Reclamation, Grand Coulee Power Office is soliciting proposals for Weed Control Services for the Snake River Area Office (SRAO). This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires contractors to control noxious and invasive weeds on approximately 106,791 acres of undeveloped Reclamation lands across Idaho, Oregon, and Wyoming. The objective is to prevent environmental and economic impacts, protect habitat, and ensure public safety. Proposals are due June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide integrated pest management services, primarily spot treatment of invasive weed species, on 31,431 acres annually. Services include chemical, mechanical, and biological methods. Work areas are scattered and may require access through private lands. Key deliverables include a Work Plan, daily application logs, a year-end Annual Report (summarizing work, pesticide use, and costs), GPS documentation of application areas, and geo-tagged photo documentation (before and after treatment). Performance is expected between March and October.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Solicitation)
- Structure: Base Year plus four (4) Option Years
- Period of Performance: Base Year from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with options extending through June 30, 2031.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (100%)
- NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping Services)
- Size Standard: $9.5 million
Submission & Evaluation
- Site Visit: A recommended (not mandatory) site visit is scheduled for May 19, 2026, at 0900 Mountain Time. RSVP to terry_mest@ios.doi.gov by May 14, 2026.
- Questions Due: May 26, 2026, at 1700 PST. All questions and answers will be posted on SAM.gov.
- Proposal Submission: Requires a written technical quote demonstrating understanding of the Performance Work Statement (PWS), past experience, technical capability, and a list of chemicals to be used.
- Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical/Experience (most important), Past Performance, and Price.
Important Notes
This solicitation incorporates various FAR and DIAR clauses, including those related to Service Contract Labor Standards, Safety and Health, and Security Requirements. Multiple Wage Determinations for Idaho, Oregon, and Wyoming are included, detailing minimum wage rates, fringe benefits (Health & Welfare, Paid Sick Leave under EO 13706, Minimum Wage under EO 13658), vacation, holidays, hazardous pay, and uniform allowances. Bidders must account for these labor standards in their proposals.