Grounds Maintenance Services, North Hartland Lake, North Hartland, VT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - New England District is soliciting Firm Fixed-Price quotes for Grounds Maintenance Services at North Hartland Lake, North Hartland, VT. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 561730, $9.5M size standard). The work includes comprehensive groundskeeping tasks, from mowing to seasonal clean-up. Quotes are due March 9, 2026, 6:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The contractor will furnish all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to provide grounds maintenance services at North Hartland Lake. Key tasks, to be performed in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and applicable safety requirements (EM 385-1-1, OSHA), include:
- Seasonal Services: Spring Clean-up, Aeration, Mulching, Fall Clean-up.
- Mowing & Trimming: Fine Mowing and Trimming (Areas A & B), Rough Mowing for designated "Rough Lawn" and "Fine Lawn" areas (e.g., Recreation Area, Office, Host-site, Road, Dike).
- Facility Maintenance: Picnic Table Placement, Picnic Table, Grills, and Shelter Maintenance, Site Maintenance.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: From contract award through December 31, 2026, with two (2) potential option years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Quotes Due: March 9, 2026, 6:00 PM ET.
- Published: February 26, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Quotes, along with a completed "Solicitation Survey" and signed SF30 amendments, must be emailed to Contract Specialist Alicia N. LaCrosse (alicia.n.lacrosse@usace.army.mil).
- Evaluation: Quotes will be evaluated based on technical factors, price, and past performance, using a comparative evaluation to determine the best value.
- Eligibility: Vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov at the time of submission. Failure to be registered will result in rejection.
- Key Requirements: The "Solicitation Survey" requires detailed company information, experience (especially Federal Government contracts), past performance, key personnel, subcontracting plans, employee experience, certifications (e.g., First Aid/CPR, Fall Protection), and references. Failure to provide complete information may impact evaluation.
Additional Notes
- A site visit is highly recommended. Contact Heather Morse to schedule.
- Pre-work submittals are due within 14 days of contract award.
- Vendors should review the "Addendum to 52.212-1" and "Addendum to Evaluation" for detailed instructions.
- The previous contract for similar services was awarded to SMALL CODY M for $38,115.00, though the scope may differ.