National Laboratory of the Rockies Solicitation - Noxious Weed and Vegetation Control

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document, Exhibit A to RFP 2026029331, outlines the Project Overview and Technical Acceptability Requirements for a subcontracted noxious weed and vegetation control service. The National Laboratory for Research (NLR) requires these services to protect its facilities, mission, and research activities across its three campuses. The work is essential for maintaining safety, compliance with environmental regulations, and operational efficiency.

• Specialized application equipment, chemical handling procedures, reporting, and environmental controls.

• Services must be performed by properly licensed professionals using approved products and controlled methods.

• Offerors must identify weed species and recommend appropriate pre- and post-emergent pesticides.

• Offerors must provide all necessary tools, equipment, vehicles, and application devices.

• Herbicide application equipment must meet Statement of Work specifications.

• The period of performance includes a Basic Period of twelve (12) months, with four (4) Option Periods, each of twelve (12) months.

• Basic Mandatory Qualifications (Pass/Fail):

  • Must provide a Safety Program.
  • Must complete the Environmental, Safety and Health Subcontract Risk Evaluation Worksheet.
  • Must provide copies of any EPA or CDPHE violations within the past three years, or indicate none.
  • Must demonstrate a record of positive or neutral past performance.
  • Work must be performed by the Offeror's personnel (no unauthorized subcontracting).
  • Must have established and readily available resources (personnel, equipment, expertise).
  • Must be located within 50 miles of NLR South Table Mountain Campus.
  • On-site employees must be Colorado certified as Herbicide Applicators in specified categories.
  • Must demonstrate ability to identify weed species and recommend pesticides.
  • Must provide required tools, equipment, vehicles, and application devices.
  • Must utilize compliant herbicide application equipment.

• Technical Acceptability Requirements:

  • Past Performance: Organizational history and relevant project experience (minimum two projects within the last three years for noxious weed and vegetation control, including company type, scope, costs, response time, and period of performance).
  • On-Site Staff Experience: Qualifications and availability of proposed project team and on-site staffing, including at least two staff members with specific certifications and the ability to act as Key Personnel.
  • Capability: Demonstrated ability to perform requirements, including meeting response times (within 5-10 business days for requests) and confirming location of facilities, personnel, and equipment within 50 miles of Golden, CO.
  • Compliance: Ability to comply with Service Contract Labor Standards Wage Determination and/or provide a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Required Forms: Submission of completed ESH Worksheet, Insurance Carrier Letter, EPA/CDPHE violation copies (if any), Organization Conflicts of Interest Statement, Representations and Certifications Form, and Price Proposal Form.

• Offeror must be located within 50 miles of NLR South Table Mountain Campus.

• Specific Colorado certifications are required for herbicide applicators.

• This document is Exhibit A to RFP 2026029331.

• Offerors' proposals that do not meet mandatory qualifications will not be evaluated.

Amendment / Modification

• Replaces the "A – RFP – Exhibit A – LPTA Selection Criteria" document in its entirety.

• Clarifies that the solicitation is not extended and the deadline for receipt of offers remains unchanged.

• "A – RFP – Exhibit A – LPTA Selection Criteria" document.

• RFP Package 2.0.

• Proposal deadlines remain unchanged.

• The amendment provides clarifications on subcontracting and experience requirements, directing offerors to the amended "A-RFP- Exhibit A – LPTA Selection Criteria" document for details.

• Minimum Experience/Past Performance: Must be self-performed by the prime offeror. Subcontracting for the majority of on-site field work is not permitted, even if the prime retains responsibility. Subcontractor approval occurs after proposal receipt and offeror selection.

• Locations: The RFP includes three locations: National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), South Table Mountain Campus (STM), and Flatirons Campus (FC).

• Previous Vendors: Information on previous vendors is not disclosed.

• Period of Performance: The base period is one year from the date of award, with up to four annual option renewals. Specifics are detailed in the amended "A-RFP- Exhibit A – LPTA Selection Criteria" document.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document, Exhibit A to RFP 2026029331, outlines the Project Overview and Technical Acceptability Requirements for a subcontracted noxious weed and vegetation control service for NLR's three campuses. The service is essential for protecting NLR's people, facilities, and mission by mitigating safety hazards, wildfire risk, infrastructure damage, and potential regulatory violations. The goal is to ensure NLR remains compliant with environmental and pesticide regulations while maintaining a safe campus environment.

• Specialized expertise, licensing, and equipment for application, chemical handling, reporting, and environmental controls.

• Compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, pesticide, and land-management regulations.

• Use of properly licensed professionals, approved products, and controlled methods.

• Ability to perform work across a large multi-campus site.

• Ability to identify weed species and recommend appropriate pre-emergent and post-emergent pesticides.

• Provision of all required tools, equipment, vehicles, and application devices.

• Utilization of herbicide application equipment meeting SOW specifications.

• Period of Performance: Basic Period (12 months) plus four Option Periods (each 12 months).

• Mandatory Qualifications (Pass/Fail):

  • Offeror must provide a Safety Program.
  • Offeror must complete the Environmental, Safety and Health Subcontract Risk Evaluation Worksheet.
  • Offeror must provide copies of any EPA or CDPHE violations within the past three years, or indicate none.

• Technical Acceptability Requirements:

  • Past Performance: Organizational history and at least two summaries of similar noxious weed and vegetation control projects completed within the last three years. Summaries must include Company Type, Scope, Materials Cost, Labor Cost, Response Time, and Period of Performance.
  • On-Site Staff Experience: Demonstrate at least two staff members can act as Key Personnel and at least two staff members hold specific pesticide applicator certifications (Categories 107, 108, 109, 206, 207, 304).
  • Capability: Demonstrate ability to meet or exceed response times required by the SOW (within 5-10 business days for all seasons, locations, and projects). Confirm location of facilities, key personnel/staff, and equipment are within a 50-mile drive of NLR's main site in Golden, CO. Confirm compliance with Service Contract Labor Standards Wage Determination 2015-5419 or provide Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Required Forms: ESH Worksheet, Insurance Carrier Letter, EPA/CDPHE violation copies (if any), Conflicts of Interest Statement/Representation, Representations and Certifications Form, Price Proposal Form.

• Not explicitly stated in this document, but the document refers to "subcontractor" and "lower-tier Subcontractors."

• The document references an attached Statement of Work (SOW) for detailed requirements.

• Specific certifications required include Colorado Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (Qualified Supervisor, Certified Operator) with specific category training.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "Noxious Weed and Vegetation Control" services, to be awarded as a subcontract by the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR). The selection method is Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• The core requirements are detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW) titled "Noxious Weed and Vegetation Control" (Attachment 1 - Appendix A).

• Offerors must meet all SOW requirements.

• Technical Acceptability Requirements are further detailed in RFP EXHIBIT A.

• Contract Type: Time and Materials, Subcontract with Option Periods.

• Period of Performance: Base annual year plus 4 option years (totaling 60 months if all options exercised).

• Estimated Annual Funding: Approximately $85,000.00.

• Total Estimated Value (if all options exercised): $425,000.00.

• Proposal Submission: Electronically via email (25GB limit; file sharing link available for larger files).

• Evaluation Process: Three steps - Initial Evaluation (for completeness and technical acceptability), Price Evaluation (for technically acceptable offers), and Selection.

• Discussions: NLR may discuss price with offerors, especially if multiple technically acceptable approaches are received.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Notice of Intent Due: 5/1/2026
  • Site Walk: 5/7/2026 (Time TBD)
  • Proposal Due Date: 6/3/2026, 5:00 PM Mountain Time
  • Technical Questions Due (in writing): 5/15/2026

• NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping Services) with a Size Standard of $10 Million.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and certify current, accurate, and complete size and socioeconomic status representations.

• Prohibition on use of certain telecommunications and video surveillance services/equipment per John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act Section 889(a)(1)(B).

• The solicitation includes numerous attachments and appendices covering SOW, sample subcontract schedule, price proposal form, ESH&Q worksheet, wage determination, representations & certifications, OCI, and intent to attend conference.

• Standard Terms and Conditions (Appendix B-8H) and Intellectual Property Provisions (Appendix C-3) are applicable.

• Payments to domestic subcontractors will be made via electronic ACH; international via wire transfer. A separate "Request for ACH/Wire Banking Information" form is required upon award.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "Noxious Weed and Vegetation Control" services at the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) facilities, including the South Table Mountain (STM) Campus, STEP, and Flatirons Campus. NLR is a federal laboratory owned by the U.S. Department of Energy.

• Decrease the overall presence of noxious weeds and manage vegetation around decorative rock areas and fire breaks.

• Apply pesticides using State licensed applicators in accordance with pesticide label requirements.

• Subcontractor employees must be Colorado certified as Certified Herbicide Applicators in specific categories (e.g., Rangeland Pest Control, Industrial and Right-of-Way Weed Control).

• Provide at least one primary and one secondary Certified Applicator.

• Develop and implement an Annual Weed Management Plan.

• Understand integrated weed management principles.

• Identify invasive plant species and implement various chemical control methods.

• Comply with Colorado Air Pollution Control Division (APCD) Regulation No. 29; electric equipment is preferred.

• Ensure at least one individual is available to transport personnel and equipment.

• Subcontract Type: Time and Materials - Competitive Procurement.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but proposal validity is 90 days.

• Notice of Intent to Attend Conference Due: 05/01/2026

• Site Walk (Mandatory): Scheduled for 05/07/2026. A "Notice of Intent to Attend Conference" form is required to attend.

• Technical Questions Due: 05/15/2026

• Proposal Due: 06/03/2026

• Proposal Submission Requirements include:

  • Title page with organization details and UEI.
  • Cover letter with acknowledgment statement.
  • Technical proposal demonstrating ability to meet SOW requirements.
  • Construction Services Price Proposal Form (RFP Attachment #3).
  • ES&H Risk Evaluation Form (RFP Attachment #4).
  • Representations & Certifications for Subcontracts form (RFP Attachment #6).
  • Organizational Conflicts of Interest Statement or Disclosure Statement (RFP Attachment #7).

• Open to both Small and Large businesses.

• NAICS Code: 561730.

• Offerors must have a bona-fide office within 50 miles of NLR's South Table Mountain Campus or demonstrate capability to perform in the area.

• Applicable NLR Appendices: Appendix B-8H; Appendix C-3.

• Applicable Wage Determination: 2015-5419 Revision 31 12/03/2025.

• A bidders list will not be shared publicly.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Environment, Safety, and Health (ESHQ) Offeror or Lower-Tier Subcontractor Risk Evaluation Worksheet. It is used to assess the ESH qualifications of potential offerors and subcontractors performing work at an NREL site.

• Offeror Information: Requires company name, date of submission, policy period, and NAICS code.
• Risk Evaluation Criteria:
  • Initial Review: Acceptable if the three-year average Experience Modification Rate (EMR) is <= 1.00 AND responses to questions 2, 3, and 4 are "No".
  • Additional Evaluation: Required if EMR > 1.00 OR "Yes" responses to questions 2, 3, and/or 4. Requires responses to questions 5 and 6.
• Specific Questions: Inquiries regarding EMR history, OSHA citations, fatalities/hospitalizations/amputations, and environmental violations within the last three years.
• Rate Statistics: Requires submission of Occupational Total Recordable Case (TRC) Rate and Days Away/Restricted or Transfer (DART) Rate statistics for the past three full calendar years, including supporting OSHA logs (300, 300A).
• NREL Use Only: Section for NREL to document offeror acceptability based on the provided information.
• Certification: A signature block for authorized personnel to certify the accuracy of the provided information.

Bidders and lower-tier subcontractors must complete and submit this worksheet as part of the qualification process for performing work at NREL sites. Failure to meet NREL's ESH qualification criteria may result in rejection. The worksheet requires detailed information on safety performance, including EMR and OSHA incident rates, and may necessitate the submission of supporting documentation such as OSHA logs and insurance letters.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" for the State of Colorado, specifically for the area including Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Elbert, Gilpin, Jefferson, and Park counties. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work covered by the Service Contract Act.

• Lists numerous occupations categorized by general areas (e.g., Administrative Support, Automotive Service, Health Occupations, Information Technology).
• Provides a "Rate" for each occupation, representing the minimum hourly wage.
• Includes footnotes for specific occupations, indicating additional requirements or exclusions (e.g., computer employees, hazardous pay).
• Details required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates and paid sick leave provisions (EO 13706).
• Outlines vacation and holiday policies applicable to covered employees.
• Explains the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with the opportunity. It dictates the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under the contract. Bidders must ensure their proposed pricing accounts for these mandated rates to comply with the Service Contract Act and avoid potential violations. It helps in accurately estimating labor costs and assessing the overall financial viability of bidding on the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a subcontract agreement between Alliance for Energy Innovation, LLC (as the Management and Operating Contractor for the National Laboratory of the Rockies) and a Subcontractor (Company Name). It outlines the terms and conditions for services provided on a time and materials basis.

• Agreement Details: Includes Agreement Type (Time and Materials - Site Operations Maintenance Commercial Services), Agreement Number, Modification Number, Period of Performance, and Options Included.
• Parties: Identifies Alliance for Energy Innovation, LLC and the Subcontractor (Company Name).
• Contracting Party: Alliance for Energy Innovation, LLC.
• Prime Contract: References DOE Prime Contract No. DE-AC36-08GO28308.
• Work to be Performed: Work is detailed in Appendix A, Statement of Work. Specific deliverables, quantities, due dates, and reporting requirements are also set forth in Appendix A.
• Period of Performance: Outlines the Basic Period (12 months) and four Option Periods, each for 12 months.
• Price and Payment: Specifies a time and materials basis for compensation, with a ceiling amount for the Basic and Option Periods. It details labor hour rates, direct materials reimbursement, travel, and cost limitations.
• Invoices: Instructions for submitting invoices electronically, including required information and payment terms.
• Obligation of Funds: Details the limitation of funds and financial limitations.
• Government Property: Outlines responsibilities for Government property, including accountability, identification, and insurance requirements.
• Applicable Documentation: Lists several appendices and manuals that are part of the subcontract, including Statement of Work, Intellectual Property Provisions, Standard Terms and Conditions, Travel Requirements, Small Business Lower-Tier Subcontracting Plan, Wage Determination, and Safety Manual.
• Order of Precedence: Establishes the hierarchy for resolving inconsistencies within the subcontract documents.

This document defines the contractual framework for a potential subcontractor. It details how work will be compensated (time and materials), the structure of the performance period (base and options), invoicing procedures, and requirements related to government property and labor standards. Bidders should review this document to understand the contractual obligations and payment terms if they are considering this opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) Representation Statement. Bidders must complete and return this form as part of their offer to represent that no actual or potential conflict of interest or unfair competitive advantage exists with respect to the services to be provided under the proposed subcontract with NLR.

• Bidders must check all applicable boxes.
• If all boxes cannot be checked, bidders must complete the Organizational Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement form instead.
• The statement requires representation regarding:
  • The existence of any actual or potential OCI or unfair competitive advantage.
  • Disclosure of any such conflicts if they exist.
  • Whether individuals involved in the subcontract were former or current U.S. Government employees.
  • Whether individuals involved in the subcontract were employees of NLR within the last year.
• Fields to be completed by the organization include:
  • Organization/Company Name
  • Signature
  • Name and Title
  • Date

Completion of this form is mandatory for submitting an offer. Failure to properly address OCI concerns or complete this form as instructed may impact a bidder's ability to be considered for the opportunity. Bidders who are former U.S. Government employees or have been NLR employees within the last 12 months must complete a separate Disclosure Statement, not this Representation Statement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Representations and Certifications" form required for all offerors responding to the solicitation. It must be completed, signed, and returned to the National Laboratory of Rockies (NLR) Acquisition Services Professional. Offerors are responsible for informing NLR of any changes to their responses at any time during the period of performance.

This form requires offerors to provide detailed information in several sections:

• Offeror Information: Legal name, SAM UEI, organization type, address, TIN, and principal place of performance if different from the business address.
• Solicitation Information: Solicitation number, NAICS code, size standard, and business size/type.
• Representations and Certifications: Includes clauses related to:
  • Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services and Equipment (FAR 52.204-24, FAR 52.204-26)
  • Suspect or Counterfeit Items or Parts
  • Intellectual Property (Patent Rights, Rights in Proposal Data, Confidential/Proprietary Data, Licensed Computer Software, Royalty Information)
  • Limited Rights Data and Restricted Computer Software (FAR 52.227-15)
  • Collective Bargaining Agreement Disclosure
• Small Business Program Representations (Part II): For offers exceeding the Micro-Purchase Threshold, this section requires confirmation of SAM registration or detailed completion of small business status (e.g., Small Business, SDB, WOSB, EDWOSB, VOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone).
• Buy American Certificate (Part II): For offers exceeding $25,000 for supplies.
• Certification Regarding Knowledge of Child Labor (Part II): For listed end products.
• Employment Eligibility Verification (Part III): For offers exceeding $150,000.
• Anti-Kickback and Lobbying Certifications (Part IV): For offers exceeding $200,000.
• Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters (Part V): For offers exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold ($350,000).
• Compliance with Veterans Employment Reporting (Part V): For offers exceeding $350,000.
• Certification Regarding Trafficking in Persons Compliance Plan (Part VI): For offers exceeding $700,000 for supplies/services acquired outside the U.S.
• Export Control (Part VII): Information on ECCN and USML classification for property to be provided.
• Cost Accounting Standards (Part VIII): For offers subject to CAS.

This document is critical for all potential bidders. Completing it accurately and thoroughly is a prerequisite for submitting a compliant offer. It requires bidders to self-certify their business status, compliance with various federal regulations (e.g., telecommunications, child labor, export control), and agreement to specific contractual terms. Failure to provide accurate information or complete the form may render an offer non-responsible.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This Excel file contains pricing and rate buildup templates for bidders to complete as part of their proposal submission. It includes instructions for filling out the required financial information.

• Instructions Tab: Provides guidance on how to complete the rate buildup and pricing schedule, including requirements for providing raw salary rates, applying indirect rates, and ensuring proposed invoicing rates match.
• Rate Buildup Tab: A template for bidders to detail their fully burdened labor rates, including hourly salary, labor overhead, and profit, broken down by labor category and year.
• Price Schedule Tab: A template for bidders to provide their proposed rates for various labor categories across the base year and option years. It also outlines markup percentages for materials, parts, equipment, and travel.
• Example Payroll Data Tab: A section for bidders to input specific payroll data and rates as they plan to bill for services.
• Added Categories Tab: Allows for the inclusion of additional labor categories not pre-defined in the template.

Bidders must use these templates to submit their detailed pricing and labor rate information. Accurate completion is crucial, as the provided rates will be incorporated into the proposal and should align with invoicing practices to avoid payment delays. Offerors are responsible for validating all formulas within the spreadsheet.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 8, the "Notice of Intent to Attend Conference" form, for Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 2026029331, "Noxious Weed and Vegetation Control" at the National Laboratory of the Rockies. It is used by potential bidders to notify the Subcontract Administrator of their intent regarding the mandatory pre-proposal site walk.

• Bidders must indicate whether they will send representatives to the mandatory pre-proposal site walk on May 7th (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) or if they do not intend to submit a proposal.
• Fields are provided for Organization's Name, Address, City/State/Zip, Contact Name, Telephone Number, Email, and Fax Number.
• A section for "Pre-Proposal Conference Attendees" requires Name, Citizenship, Cell Phone Number, and Email for each attendee.

This form is crucial for bidders to formally communicate their participation status for the mandatory site walk. Completing and returning this form is a required step for potential offerors interested in this RFP.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Fire Management Mow Map" for NLR's Flatirons Campus for the year 2026. It visually outlines areas requiring vegetation management, specifically mowing, and identifies various sites, buildings, solar arrays, and turbines within the campus.

• Campus Layout: Depicts the geographical layout of NLR's Flatirons Campus.
• Legend: Includes symbols for Buildings and Structures, Solar Arrays, Sites (with and without 8ft buffer), Turbines (larger and smaller), and Met Towers.
• Vegetation Management Zones: Color-coded areas indicate different mowing requirements:
  • 8 FT (Green hatched area)
  • 10 FT (Yellow lines)
  • 30 FT (Purple outlines)
  • As Needed Mowing Area (Green hatched area)
• Specific Sites & Features: Identifies numerous numbered sites (e.g., Site 1.1, Site 3.2), solar arrays (e.g., "AES Soltec PV Array", "First Solar 480 kW PV Array"), and turbines (e.g., "DOE 1.5-MW").
• Roads and Boundaries: Shows campus roads and the Flatirons Campus Boundary.
• Notes:
  • "Road continues until West Gate Rd. ~2 miles Mowing as needed"
  • "Note: PV arrays are supplemental mowing areas. These are mowed by special request from research partners and paid by research."
• Date: January 2026

This map is crucial for any bidder involved in vegetation management or grounds maintenance services at the Flatirons Campus. It provides a detailed visual guide to the specific areas, types of vegetation management required (heights and mowing frequency), and locations of critical infrastructure like solar arrays and turbines that need to be considered during mowing operations. Bidders should use this map to understand the scope and spatial requirements of potential mowing contracts.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map illustrating "FC Conservation Areas and Other Sensitive Resources" as of September 13, 2021. It serves to identify and delineate various environmentally sensitive areas within a specific property boundary, likely relevant for planning, development, or environmental impact assessments related to an opportunity.

• Conservation Areas: Includes "Conservation Management Areas," "Wind Fetch Area," and "Wetlands."
• Sensitive Resources: Identifies "Ancient Soils," "Wet Meadow," and "Seasonal Pond."
• Other Map Features: Depicts "Buildings" and the "Property Boundary."
• Specific Labeled Areas: Highlights "Western Conservation Area," "Wet Meadow - head water," "Seep Wetland," "Emergent Wetland," and "PMJM Critical Habitat."
• Scale: A map scale is provided in miles.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the geographical constraints and environmental considerations associated with the opportunity. It helps in assessing potential impacts on or requirements related to these sensitive areas during the execution of any awarded contract. Bidders should review this map to ensure their proposed approach aligns with conservation requirements and to identify any potential challenges or special considerations for working within or near these designated zones.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Appendix A. Noxious Weed Species Identified at the South Table Mountain and Flatirons Campuses," serves as an informational attachment. It lists various noxious weed species categorized by their "Weed Class" (A, B, or C) and specifies their presence at either the South Table Mountain Campus or the Flatirons Campus.

• Class A: Myrtle spurge (identified at STM Campus).
• Class B: Includes species like Canada thistle, Common teasel, Dalmatian toadflax, Diffuse knapweed, Hoary cress, Houndstongue, Jointed goatgrass, Leafy spurge, Musk thistle, Russian olive, and Scotch thistle. Some of these are present at STM Campus, while others are identified at the Flatirons Campus, and some are present at both.
• Class C: Includes species such as Common mullein, Downy brome (cheatgrass), Field bindweed, and Poison hemlock. These are primarily identified at the STM Campus, with some overlap at the Flatirons Campus.
• Footnotes: Provide context on identification sources, eradication status by the state of Colorado, and specific requirements for certain species per Jefferson County.

This document is relevant to bidders as it details specific environmental conditions and potential challenges related to noxious weed management at the specified campuses. Understanding the identified species and their classifications may be crucial for bidders responding to opportunities that involve grounds maintenance, environmental services, or land management at these locations. It highlights areas requiring specific attention for eradication or containment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map illustrating fire prevention zones and vegetation management areas for the NLR STM Campus, dated February 2026. It serves as a visual guide for mowing and fire buffer activities.

• Vegetation Management Zones:
  • Convenience Mowing (Green areas)
  • Wildland Fire Buffer (Orange areas)
  • Bulk Gas Vegetation Control (Blue areas)
  • Areas not managed by NREL (Hatched brown areas)
• Campus Features:
  • Bulk Gas Areas (Hatched orange areas)
  • Buildings and Parking Garages (Gray areas)
  • STM Boundary (Black line)
• Specific Locations: Various buildings and areas within the campus are labeled (e.g., IBRF, FTLB, ESIF, Employee Parking Garage).

This map is crucial for understanding the physical layout of the NLR STM Campus and the specific areas designated for vegetation management, including mowing and fire buffer zones. Bidders involved in grounds maintenance, fire prevention, or related services should use this map to identify the scope and location of work required for the opportunity.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To develop an annual strategy for combating noxious weeds on the South Table Mountain (STM), South Table Energy Park (STEP), and Flatirons Campus (Flatirons) sites, while also summarizing accomplishments from the previous season.

• 2025 Activities Summary: Includes details on herbicide applications, mechanical weed management (mowing/hand-pulling), and restorations. Notes challenges with subcontractor personnel, equipment, and scheduling that impacted completion of herbicide applications. Specific areas and weed types targeted are mentioned for Flatirons Campus, Off-Site Transmission Line Right-of-Way, South Table Mountain Campus, and STEP Campus.

• 2026 Planned Actions: Outlines planned herbicide applications and mowing for various locations across Flatirons Campus, South Table Mountain Campus, and STEP Campus. Specific weed targets, timing (spring, summer, fall), and treatment methods (broadcast, spot spray, mowing, string-trimming) are detailed.

• Herbicide Use: Table 1 provides a comprehensive list of herbicides, their target plants, and comments on their application, including specific recommendations for certain weed types and locations (e.g., near water bodies).

• Monitoring of treated areas is planned for 2026.

• Biological control agents (weevils, rust fungus, mites) have been introduced and will be monitored.

• Compliance with state and federal mandates is a goal.

• The plan covers activities for the 2026 season, with references to 2025 activities and ongoing monitoring.

• Locations include Flatirons Campus, South Table Mountain Campus, South Table Energy Park, and an Off-Site Transmission Line Right-of-Way.

• Collaboration with ESHQ, Site Operations Maintenance, Site Operations Facilities, and Intelligent Campus groups is intended.

• Opportunities for collaboration with external agencies may arise.

• Adherence to state regulations regarding pesticide application notices and signage is required.

• Coordination with specific personnel (e.g., Afshin Andreas, Judy Netter, Ken Proc) is necessary before certain treatments.

• Specific considerations for sensitive areas like wetlands and near water bodies are noted.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide noxious weed and vegetation control services at the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) facilities to decrease the presence of noxious weeds and manage vegetation around decorative rock areas and fire breaks.

• Application of pesticides to manage noxious weeds and vegetation.

• Provide recommendations for weed and vegetation control methods to the NLR Subject Matter Expert (SME) for approval.

• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

• Services to be provided on an "as-needed" basis within 5-10 business days of request.

• Perform tasks outlined in the Scheduled Tasks section.

• Pesticides must be applied by State licensed applicators in accordance with label requirements.

• Subcontractor must maintain a Commercial Applicator License and register with the Colorado Department of Agriculture.

• Specification sheets for all herbicide and chemical applications must be submitted to NLR ESHQ for approval.

• Herbicide application records must be maintained and submitted daily.

• Reporting on bio-based product usage is required quarterly.

• The document specifies "Revision 0" and a date of "February 17, 2026", indicating a future performance period.

• Locations include: South Table Mountain Site (STM), Flatirons Campus (FC), and South Table Mountain Energy Park (STEP).

• Subcontractor employees must have sufficient English language skills.

• At least one primary and one secondary Certified Applicator (Colorado certified in relevant categories) are required.

• A Qualified Supervisor with 5-7 years of experience in weed control and 3-5 years of supervisory experience is required.

• All employees must wear NLR identification badges.

• Compliance with NLR's Environmental, Safety, Health, and Quality (ESHQ) requirements is mandatory.

• Herbicides shall not be stored on NLR's campus.

• Application of herbicides is restricted during high winds or active precipitation.

• Specific application methods and equipment are detailed, including restrictions on vehicle weight and spraying pressure.

• Environmental preferences and bio-based product usage are emphasized.