Lake Red Rock Herbicide Application
Overview
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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 (USACE), Rock Island District, is soliciting proposals for Herbicide Application services at the Lake Red Rock Project in Knoxville, Iowa. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires contractors to manage vegetation in various COE-managed areas. Proposals are due March 11, 2026, at 02:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, and supervision to perform herbicide application services. This includes:
- Application of post and pre-emergent herbicides in mowed areas, campgrounds, picnic areas, boat ramps, trails, sand volleyball courts, and around features like benches, signposts, fences, and guardrails.
- Spraying of rip rap areas along the dam and lake/river edges.
- Application on gravel roads, parking lots, and road shoulders.
- Adherence to specific application requirements, including one-foot bands around features and specific distances for fence/guardrail spraying.
- Use of approved herbicides and compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for application is optional but requires specific certifications and coordination.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Place of Performance: Knoxville, IA
- Contract Structure: Base period plus four one-year option periods.
- Base Period: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
- Option Periods: April 1, 2027 – March 31, 2031
- Published Date: February 26, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: March 11, 2026, 02:00 PM CT
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted via email to the listed points of contact. Required submission documents include the completed SF 1449, Bid Schedule, Technical Capability Statement, and Past Performance Questionnaire. Evaluation will be based on the offer most advantageous to the Government at the lowest price.
Eligibility & Requirements
- This acquisition is set aside for Small Businesses.
- Offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Offerors must possess a valid Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicators License.
- Required insurance includes Workmen's Compensation, Employer's Liability, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability with specified minimum amounts.
Additional Notes
A pre-work conference will be held post-award. Contractors must provide an Environmental Protection Plan and an Accident Prevention Plan. Security requirements involve background checks and identification badges for personnel. Technical Exhibits include Daily Application Form, Performance Measurement Matrix, Quality Assurance Surveillance Monitoring Form, and Herbicide Application Maps.