Hand-Pulling Eurasian Watermilfoil, North Hartland Lake, North Hartland, VT and North Springfield Lake, Springfield, VT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 issuing a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Hand-Pulling Eurasian Watermilfoil at North Hartland Lake, North Hartland, VT and North Springfield Lake, Springfield, VT. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about April 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The work involves furnishing all labor, equipment, and transportation necessary for the hand-pulling of Eurasian watermilfoil. This task will be performed at both North Hartland Lake and Stoughton Pond (North Springfield Lake). It is explicitly stated that no snorkeling or SCUBA diving will be permitted. The Government may also choose to exercise additional options for hand-pulling services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-Solicitation Notice (not a request for quotes)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 541990 (Other Natural Resources And Conservation Services)
- Small Business Size Standard: $19.5 Million
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about April 8, 2026
- Published Date: March 23, 2026
- Department/Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE ARMY
- Office: W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND
Important Information
Questions regarding the procurement will not be answered during the pre-solicitation phase. Interested parties should submit questions to the Contract Specialist after the solicitation and associated documents have been posted. The solicitation will only be available online via the Contract Opportunities website (www.SAM.gov); telephonic, mailed, or faxed requests for hard copies will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
All vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov at the time of submission to be considered. Any vendor without an active SAM.gov registration will be rejected as non-responsive.
Primary Contact: Jennifer Samela (jennifer.m.samela@usace.army.mil, 978-318-8324).