Snowplowing Service, LaCroix RD, Superior NF
Overview
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PSC
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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 USDA Forest Service is soliciting proposals for Snowplowing Services at the LaCroix Ranger District in Cook, MN. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a firm-fixed-price requirements contract. The base period of performance is from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, with four additional one-year option periods. Proposals are due by January 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, and supplies for snow removal services. This includes plowing the front and back parking lots and the Crew Quarters parking lot at 320 N Hwy 53, Cook, MN. Services are triggered by specific snowfall accumulations (e.g., 2" or more, 4" or more, 7" or less, 7"-15"). Plowing must be substantially complete (80% or more) by 6:00 AM. Weekend plowing is required for snowfalls of 4" or more. Excess snow removal (Item 1c) will be requested by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and paid per event. Performance standards include visual checks by the COR and a limit of three substantiated customer complaints per month, with potential deductions of up to 25% per event for non-compliance.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Requirements Contract
- Period of Performance: One base year (02/01/2026 - 01/31/2027) and four one-year option periods, not to exceed five years total.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 561790
- Place of Performance: LaCroix Ranger District, Cook, MN
- Anticipated Award: One award
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: January 27, 2026, 5:00 PM CST
- Submission Method: Email to shad.stoddard@usda.gov
- Required Documents: Completed Attachment B (Schedule of Items), Attachment C (Experience Questionnaire), and a signed SF-30. Offerors must acknowledge Amendment 0001.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable, considering Price (fair and reasonable), Technical Acceptability, and Past Performance.
- Wage Determination: Attachment E provides minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for the geographic area (Carlton, St. Louis counties, MN; Douglas County, WI), which bidders must incorporate into their pricing.
Key Clarifications (from Amendment 0001 & Q&As)
- Snowfall accumulation is measured on a hard surface with a ruler.
- "Substantially complete by 6:00 AM" means 80% or more complete.
- Snowfall is calculated "Per Event" for multiple events within 24 hours.
- Deductions for non-compliance will be applied "Per Event."
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Shad Stoddard
- Email: shad.stoddard@usda.gov