W912DW26QA006 Albeni Falls Dam (AFD) Grounds Maintenance
Overview
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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 Department of the Army, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Seattle District, is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP), non-personal services contract for Grounds Maintenance at Albeni Falls Dam Project. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to ensure the project's facilities are safe and well-maintained for public enjoyment. The contract will cover a base year and four option years. Quotes are due by February 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, and supervision necessary for comprehensive grounds maintenance. Key services include:
- Spring Cleanup and Road Sweeping at various locations (Vista/Powerhouse, Albeni Cove, Priest River, Riley Creek, Springy Point, Trestle Creek).
- Basic Services for Recreation Areas, encompassing mowing (maintaining 3-4 inch grass height), edging, trimming, raking/sweeping, and debris/litter removal.
- Maintenance of Trees, Shrubs, and Flower Beds, including weeding and pruning. These services are required across the Albeni Falls Dam Project, located in Oldtown and Priest River, ID.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: S208 - Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services
- Period of Performance: A base year from March 23, 2026, to September 27, 2026, followed by four option years, extending through September 29, 2030.
- Place of Performance: Albeni Falls Dam Project, Oldtown, ID, and Priest River, ID.
- Special Requirements: Contractors must adhere to specific performance standards (e.g., 90-100% acceptable quality levels for tasks), maintain a Quality Control Program, and comply with CMMC, OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and environmental regulations. Employee identification and E-Verify are mandatory.
Submission & Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible quote with the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), based on acceptable price and a Past Performance evaluation. Required Submittals include:
- Signed SF 1449.
- Signed SF 30 (if applicable).
- Completed pricing information.
- Completed Past Performance Questionnaire(s) (PPQ) or CPARS record. Quotes must be submitted via email to whitny.hart@usace.army.mil. Emailed files must not exceed 8 MB per email, though oversize quotes can be sent in multiple emails. Faxed quotations will not be accepted. Quotes must remain valid for 60 days.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Due: Five working days prior to the RFQ closing date (email Whitny Hart).
- Quotes Due: February 11, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC.
- Primary Contact: Whitny Hart, whitny.hart@usace.army.mil, 206-316-3937.
- Secondary Contact: Shemekia McMillan, Shemekia.R.Mcmillan@usace.army.mil, 206-764-3730. Contractors must be registered in SAM and meet CMMC level requirements.