Mechanical Vegetation Removal Blanket Purchase Agreement, Upper Connecticut River Basin, locations in Vermont and New Hampshire
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), New England District, is soliciting proposals for Mechanical Vegetation Removal Services under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). This opportunity aims to establish up to three (3) BPAs for services in the Upper Connecticut River Basin, covering locations in Vermont and New Hampshire. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with a NAICS code of 561730 ($9.5 Million size standard). Quotes are due by March 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The Contractor will furnish all labor, equipment, and supplies for mechanical vegetation removal services as needed for individual BPA calls. Services include, but are not limited to:
- Administrative/Office Work
- Tree Removal (various sizes)
- Brush, Small Tree, and Shrub Removal
- Tree Pruning/Cabling and Fruit Tree Pruning
- Hazard Tree Removal
- Stump Grinding and Stump Removal
- Wood Chipping and Debris Removal
- Forestry Mowing
- Chemical Treatment for insect and disease management
- Travel Time
Project locations are illustrated on a provided map, including various USACE dams and lakes within the Upper Connecticut River Basin.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
- Number of Awards: Up to three (3) BPAs are intended from this solicitation.
- Period of Performance: 36 months from the date of award.
- BPA Master Limit: $250,000.
- Single BPA Call Limit: No single call may exceed $25,000 in total cost (labor and materials).
- Materials Limit per Call: Maximum $5,000 for materials.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services) with a $9.5 Million size standard.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Due Date: March 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to Contract Specialist Jennifer Samela at Jennifer.M.Samela@usace.army.mil.
- Required Submissions: Complete quotes, including signed amendments (SF30), and a completed "Solicitation Survey" which assesses company information, experience, personnel, certifications/licenses, and references. Submissions with certifications will be rated higher.
- Eligibility: All vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov at the time of submission. Non-responsive submissions will be rejected.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical capability, price, and past performance. The Government will perform a comparative evaluation to select the best value.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist: Jennifer Samela
- Email: jennifer.m.samela@usace.army.mil
- Phone: 978-318-8324
Notes
Interested vendors should review the "Addendum to 52.212-1" and "Addendum to Evaluation" for detailed instructions. Safety requirements are stringent, referencing EM 385-1-1 and requiring an Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analysis, and a Site Safety and Health Officer.