Levee Erosion Control for the Savannah National Wi

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Levee Erosion Control Using Native Vegetation for the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge in Jasper County, South Carolina. The project aims to address severe erosion and subsidence on levees constructed in the early 1700s, which are vital for wetland management and recreational access.

• Scope: Turn-key project involving labor, equipment, native seed, materials, and expertise on 100 acres of managed wetland levees.

• Tasks: Mowing, herbicide application for invasive species control, leveling to repair eroded/subsided areas, and installation of native herbaceous vegetation for soil stabilization and habitat improvement.

• Objectives: Remove 99% of invasive species, repair 100% of eroded levee slopes and establish crowns on 100% of levee tops, and establish at least five species of native grasses and five species of native forbs beneficial to pollinators.

• Deliverables: Initial work plan, monthly progress reports, and a final project report.

• Contract Type: Firm fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027. This period may be extended.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages.

• Submission: Electronic quotations via email to Joni_Dutcher@fws.gov by July 17th, 10 AM EST. No hard copies accepted.

• Quotation Structure: Two parts: (1) non-price and (2) price.

• Non-Price Section: Organized by evaluation factors: Technical Acceptability (including Past Performance) and Past Performance.

• Price Section: Completed price schedule.

• Evaluation: Best-value trade-offs, with technical and past performance being greater than price. Past performance will be evaluated via FAPIIS.

• Site Visit: Mandatory site visit scheduled for July 15, 2026. Contact Billy Harris to attend.

• The solicitation is for all qualified and eligible offerors/contractors.

• Various small business set-aside provisions are listed, but it is not explicitly stated if this acquisition is set aside.

• Points of Contact: Joni Dutcher (Contracting Officer) and Billy (Wayne) Harris (Refuge POC).

• The government will provide access to refuge lands and administer agency requirements. The contractor provides labor, materials, equipment, etc.

• Security and Safety Requirements: Compliance with Department of the Interior safety standards, environmental regulations, access control, and equipment security is required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Relevant Experience Questionnaire designed to gather information from potential bidders regarding their past performance and capabilities. It is used by the Government to assess a contractor's responsibility and ability to successfully perform the work outlined in the opportunity.

• Contractor Information: Name, address, telephone, email, business type, CAGE, and DUNS.
• Experience: Years of experience in the line of work and as a prime/subcontractor.
• Past Projects: Detailed descriptions of up to five (5) relevant projects completed within the last two years, including contract number, award amount, client information, contact details, description of work performed, and completion date. The description of work must be sufficiently detailed for government evaluation.
• Past Performance Issues: Questions regarding failure to complete work or work completed by performance bond, with a request for details if "yes."
• Key Personnel Experience: Listing of principal individuals, their present position, and years of experience.
• Responsibility Determination: Request for credit references (company, POC, phone, services provided) and banking information (company, POC, phone - no account details).

Bidders must complete this questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate their relevant experience and capability. The information provided will be critical in the government's evaluation of the bidder's responsibility and capacity to perform the contract. Failure to provide sufficient detail may negatively impact the assessment. Bidders should pay close attention to the required level of detail for project descriptions.