NCA WOTR FY26 HAZARD TREE PRUNING

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (2015-4281, Revision 37) outlining the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act. It applies to contracts performed in Virginia (specific counties and cities listed), the District of Columbia, and Maryland (specific counties listed).

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Includes footnotes for specific occupations (e.g., Computer Employees, Air Traffic Controllers, Weather Observers) detailing additional requirements or exclusions.
• Outlines required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates and Vacation/Holiday policies.
• Provides guidance on the conformance process for unlisted classifications and the application of Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage).

Bidders must use this wage determination to ensure they are proposing wages and benefits that meet or exceed the minimum requirements for all covered service employees on the contract. Failure to comply can lead to penalties. This document is crucial for accurate cost estimation and proposal development for any contract subject to the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic areas.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for services to remove hazardous trees and perform pruning at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts in Vienna, VA. The National Park Service (NPS) requires a contractor capable of hazard tree removal parkwide and vegetation management.

• Removal of dead, damaged, or hazardous trees.

• Selective pruning of trees presenting safety hazards.

• Stump grinding for previously removed trees.

• Removal of dead trees and woody debris from a creek.

• Chipping of tree debris, with some logs to be stored on-site.

• Work must comply with OSHA, ANSI, and applicable state/local regulations.

• On-site supervisor must be certified by the International Society of Arboricultural (ISA) and fluent in English.

• Adherence to environmental concerns, safety standards, and landscape preservation.

• Contract Type: One (1) firm-fixed priced award.

• Period of Performance: One year/twelve months, anticipated from 06/30/2026 to 06/29/2027.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but a price analysis will be conducted.

• Quotes are due by 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time on June 22, 2026, via email to bophany_drakeford@ios.doi.gov.

• Technical questions are due by 3:00 PM ED on June 15, 2026.

• Required submissions include: Completed SF-1449, acknowledgement of amendments, completed Section B Price Schedule and Attachment 4 Price Schedule Sheet, and documentation demonstrating technical acceptability.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical (Acceptable/Unacceptable), Past Performance (Acceptable/Unacceptable), and Price.

• Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government.

• This requirement is a 100% total set-aside for Small Businesses based on NAICS code 561730 (Landscaping Services).

• Contractors must be registered and maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) under the appropriate NAICS code.

• The solicitation follows simplified procedures under FAR part 12 (RFQ 12.201-1).

• Compliance with DOL Wage Determination No. 2015-4281 Rev 37 is required.

• Normal operating hours are 7:00 am to 2:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday, with potential alterations due to park events or closures.

• The Government will not provide any secured storage/staging areas.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a detailed work list or pricing sheet for tree services, likely related to an opportunity for tree maintenance or removal. It outlines various tasks, tree species, dimensions, and associated work details.

• Tree Species: Primarily "Madeup Oak".
• Work Tasks: Includes "PtoClean" (Prune to Clean), "PtoRaise" (Prune to Raise), "Removal", and "SGrind" (Stump Grind).
• Dimensions: Diameter at Breast Height (DBH) is provided for some entries.
• Task Specifics: Columns indicate if chipping, hauling, or if a specific height for pruning is required.
• Notes: Provides brief descriptions of the work associated with each line item.
• Map Legend ID Tag & Map Symbol: These columns likely link the work items to a visual map or legend for site identification.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific types of tree services required, the scope of work for each task (e.g., whether chipping or hauling is included), and potentially to estimate costs. The detailed breakdown allows vendors to assess their capability to perform the listed tasks and to prepare accurate pricing or proposals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a sample map illustrating tree work locations and types for the WOTR (Wildland Operations Training Range) project. It is intended for use as a sample only and does not depict actual tree work performed.

• The map displays various locations marked with numbered and lettered icons.
• A legend explains the meaning of different symbols and their associated tree work categories (e.g., "PtoC Ychip Yhaul," "COMPLEX Removal Nchip Yhaul," "Stump Grind Previous Removed").
• Specific icons represent different types of tree work, such as pruning, removal, and complex removal, with variations in chip and haul requirements, and stump grind status.

This map serves as a visual aid to understand the potential scope and types of tree work that may be required for the opportunity. Bidders should use this to familiarize themselves with the types of tasks and locations that could be involved in future solicitations related to tree maintenance or removal services.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing schedule sheet for tree services, outlining standard prices and potential adjustments for various tasks including pruning, tree removal, and stump grinding. Bidders are required to provide standard pricing for each category and can optionally provide percentage adjustments for specific conditions like chipping, hauling, or complex work.

• Pruning: Details standard pricing based on Diameter at Breast Height (DBH) for pruning to clean, raising limbs, and complex scenarios. Includes options for chipping and hauling debris.

• Tree Removal: Outlines standard pricing based on DBH for complete tree removal, with options for chipping and hauling, and complex work scenarios.

• Stump Grinding: Provides standard pricing based on DBH for grinding stumps to 4 inches below grade.

• Pricing Adjustments: Requires bidders to provide percentage changes (+/-) that will be applied to standard prices for specific conditions (e.g., complex, no chip/haul).

• Bidders must provide a standard price for all three tables (Pruning, Removals, Stump Grinding).

• Boldly outlined boxes require a price or percentage rate.

• Dashed outlined boxes are optional; if filled, all dashed boxes in that section must be priced.

• Percentages provided will be applied to standard prices for all DBH size classes individually.

• After award, a Project Kick-Off meeting will occur where WOTR and the contractor will agree on pricing for specific work items based on a provided map and work list.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the pricing structure and requirements for tree services. It details how to calculate costs for different types of tree work based on tree size and service conditions. Bidders must complete this sheet accurately to submit a compliant proposal.