Watervliet Arsenal Pest & Vegetation Control Services
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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 Department of the Army, Watervliet Arsenal (WVA), is soliciting proposals for Pest and Vegetation Control Services under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This Firm Fixed-Price contract aims to implement an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program, control pests, and manage vegetation across the arsenal. The place of performance is Watervliet, NY. Offers are due May 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires comprehensive pest and vegetation control services at Watervliet Arsenal. Key requirements include:
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program implementation to control various pests, reduce pesticide resistance, and minimize environmental risks.
- Vegetation Control:
- Elimination of crabgrass, broadleaf, and miscellaneous weeds across approximately 27.5 acres (minimum 3 applications).
- White Grub treatment across approximately 27.5 acres (minimum 1 application).
- Non-selective weed treatment across approximately 37.5 acres (minimum 1 application, with potential for 4 additional touch-up applications).
- Compliance: Adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local environmental, safety, and health laws and regulations.
- Documentation: Development and implementation of a Quality Control Program (QCP), submission of a Safety Plan, Pest Management Reports, and Chemical Spray Reports.
- Resources: Provision of all necessary personnel, EPA-approved pesticides, licensed applicators, equipment, tools, and supervision.
- Site Context: Multiple floor plans (e.g., Building 10, 20, 21, 25, 35, 40, 41, 44, 125, 135) and site maps (Vegetation Site Plan, Grass Plan, Pest Site Plan) are provided, indicating the diverse areas requiring service.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: One (1) year base period with two (2) one-year option periods.
- Place of Performance: Watervliet Arsenal, 1 Buffington Street, Watervliet, NY 12189.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 561710 (Exterminating and Pest Control Services)
- Size Standard: $17.5 Million
- Offer Due Date: May 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Published Date: May 4, 2026.
Site Visit
A mandatory site visit is scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST at 1 Buffington St., Watervliet, NY 12189. Attendees must contact Marc Kouffman (518-266-4849, marc.s.kouffman.civ@army.mil) at least 24 hours in advance for gate access. A REAL ID-compliant driver's license and safety glasses are required. This is the only scheduled site visit.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted electronically for the total quantity of items identified. Award will be made to the offeror submitting the lowest evaluated offer or the offer providing the best value to the Government, considering factors in addition to price. Offerors must meet all material requirements and responsibility criteria.
Additional Notes
A Wage Determination (2015-4143-33) is attached, specifying minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations, which bidders must factor into their proposals. Contractors must comply with base security requirements, including background checks, and utilize Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) for electronic invoicing.