Grounds Maintenance Services, Knightville Dam and Littleville Lake, Huntington, MA

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Grounds Maintenance Services at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Knightville Dam and Littleville Lake facilities in Huntington, MA.

• The primary task involves grounds maintenance, specifically mowing, at designated areas within the Littleville Lake and Knightville Dam project boundaries.

• The document includes maps detailing the specific mowing areas for both Littleville Lake (Figures 2 & 3) and Knightville Dam (Figure 5).

• Mowing is specified as a bi-weekly activity in these areas.

• The services are to be performed at Knightville Dam and Littleville Lake in Huntington, MA.

• Specific mowing areas are detailed in the attached figures.

• The PWS references specific mowing areas that require regular maintenance.

• Bidders should refer to the provided figures for precise location and extent of the work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Solicitation Survey" that potential bidders must complete and submit with their quote to be considered for the opportunity. It is designed to gather essential information about the vendor's experience, capabilities, and capacity to perform the work.

• Company Information: Name, SAM CAGE Code, address, POC details, and type of business.
• Experience: Years of experience in the services, years as a prime/subcontractor, and years on Federal Government contracts. It also asks for reasons for any past failures to complete work.
• Personnel: Minimum and maximum number of employees, whether employees are on the regular payroll, and the anticipated number of employees for this project.
• Subcontracting: Details for prime contractors regarding subcontractors, including teaming arrangements.
• Employee Experience: Information on employees who will perform the work, including their current position/title and years of experience.
• Certifications/Licenses: Requirements for specific certifications (e.g., First Aid/CPR, Fall Protection, Rope Access) and a plan for obtaining them if not already held. Vendors are cautioned that submissions with certifications will be rated higher.
• Past Performance/References: Details on up to three (3) relevant past contracts completed within the last three years, including agency, contract number, value, POC, and scope of project. Government contracts are preferred.
• Certification Statement: A statement certifying the accuracy of the provided information.

Completing this survey accurately and thoroughly is mandatory for bid consideration. The information provided will be used by the Government to evaluate the bidder's experience, capacity, and suitability for the project. Failure to provide required information may impact the evaluation and the ability to be considered for award.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, W912WJ26QA055, is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for Grounds Maintenance Services at the Knightville Dam and Littleville Lake in Huntington, MA. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking services to maintain fine lawns and perimeter areas.

• Provide all equipment, materials, labor, and transportation for grounds maintenance.

• Includes approximately 16.7 acres of bi-weekly mowing, weed whacking, and general grounds maintenance.

• Specific tasks include mowing, trimming, grounds cleaning, and leaf/debris cleanup.

• Mowing height: 2.5 to 3.5 inches. Trimming height: 2.5 to 3.5 inches.

• Work is to be performed at Littleville Lake (11.3 acres) and Knightville Dam (5.4 acres).

• Mowing and trimming are restricted to 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM, Monday-Friday, excluding weekends and holidays unless approved.

• Adherence to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Occupational Health Requirements (EM 385-1-1) and OSHA standards is mandatory.

• Contractor must prepare and submit a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).

• A Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is required.

• Contract Period of Performance: 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2027.

• Includes one option year: 01 April 2027 through 31 October 2027.

• NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping Services)

• Size Standard: $9,500,000.00

• Set Aside: Small Business

• Offer Due Date: 10 March 2026, 02:00 PM.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to Alicia N. LaCrosse.

• Evaluation factors: Technical, Price, and Past Performance.

• A comparative evaluation will be performed to select the best value.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Site visits are highly recommended.

• This acquisition is a Small Business set-aside.

• Previous contract awarded to BUMBLEBEE LANDSCAPING LLC for $35,700.00; scope may differ.

• Vendors must submit signed copies of all amendments (SF30) with their quotes.

• Failure to complete the bid schedule or provide required information may result in quotes being deemed non-responsive.