F014--Bicentennial Tree Preservation
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 02, is soliciting quotes via Request for Quotation (RFQ) 36C24226Q0322 for Bicentennial Tree Preservation services at the Canandaigua Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in Canandaigua, NY. This is an UNRESTRICTED acquisition. Quotes are due March 11, 2026, at 3:30 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive preservation services for the historic Bicentennial tree. This includes biannual maintenance (April-May and October-November), inspection, trimming, and assessment for preservation and safety. Key tasks involve:
- Removal of dead limbs, deadwood, and excessive canopy weight.
- Inspection of cavities for rot, decay, pests, and structural damage.
- Comprehensive evaluation of tree health, stability, and growth.
- Securing work areas for safety and restoring the worksite to its original condition.
- Services must be performed by a certified arborist or qualified tree-care professional, adhering to ANSI A300 standards for tree care and ANSI Z133 safety requirements.
- Deliverables include an Initial Service Report, Inspection Report, and Visual Inspection. Debris disposal is also required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.
- Period of Performance: A base year (April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027) with four (4) one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED.
- NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping Services), with a small business size standard of $9.5 Million.
- Offer Due Date: March 11, 2026, at 3:30 PM EST.
- Questions Due Date: Requests for Information (RFIs) must be submitted in writing by March 4, 2026, at 3:30 PM EST.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to jamie.boyar@va.gov. Offers must remain firm for 60 calendar days. Evaluation will be based on a comparative evaluation process, considering price and other factors to determine the most advantageous offer. Key evaluation factors include Technical Capability, Experience, and Price. A maximum 10-page technical capability statement is required.
Additional Notes
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Offerors must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Payment will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Insurance requirements include Workers' Compensation, General Liability ($500,000/occurrence), and Automobile Liability ($200,000/$500,000/$20,000). A Wage Determination document is provided, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits under the Service Contract Act for the specified geographic area, which bidders must factor into their proposals.