National Forests in Mississippi, Homochitto Ranger District –Clear Springs Mowing Services
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. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, specifically the National Forests in Mississippi, Homochitto Ranger District, is soliciting quotations for Clear Springs Mowing Services. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ) for commercial items. The opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for professional landscaping services at the Clear Springs Campground in Meadville, MS. Quotations are due by April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all materials, labor, equipment, tools, transportation, permits, licenses, and supervision to complete grass cutting, blowing, and weed trimming. Services are required for an estimated 6 acres in the Clear Springs recreation area and 0.2 acres of lake edge. The objective is to maintain healthy grass, trees, shrubs, and plants, with all landscaping to be professionally executed.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price requirements contract (RFQ 12444026Q0052)
- Period of Performance: One (1) 12-month base period (04/20/2026 – 03/30/2027) and four (4) 12-month option periods, totaling a potential five (5) years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services)
- Small Business Size Standard: $9.5 million
- Quotations Due: April 15, 2026, at 1600 CT
- Questions Due: April 10, 2025, at 1630 PM CT
- Published Date: April 2, 2026
- Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the receipt of offers.
Evaluation
Quotations will be evaluated based on Technical Approach, Price, and Past Performance. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, which is not necessarily the lowest-priced offeror.
Additional Notes
This acquisition incorporates Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and USDA Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses. The Statement of Work (SOW) is provided as Attachment X. Service Contract Labor Standards may apply, and offerors must request additional wage determinations if needed. Submit quotes to Kristina.m.taylor-thomas@usda.gov.