Award
Purchase Order #1232SA26P0645
Multi-Year Grounds Maintenance Contract Awarded to Dakota Government Services
Buyer
Agricultural Research Service
Award Amount
$12,825.00
Ceiling
$76,500.00
Awarded
September 03, 2026
Period of Performance
Sep 03, 2026 – Sep 02, 2027
Identifier
1232SA26P0645
NAICS
561730
This award represents a purchase order contract for grounds maintenance services dedicated to the Knipling-Bushland U.S. Livestock Insects Research Laboratory located in Kerrville, Texas. The recipient, Dakota Government Services LLC, specializes in providing facility and grounds upkeep services, supporting government installations with maintenance solutions. Under this multi-year agreement, initially covering one year with four additional option years, the company is responsible for comprehensive grounds upkeep tasks to ensure the laboratory's outdoor environment remains safe, clean, and operationally supportive. The contract's significance lies in maintaining a vital research facility that supports livestock insect research, indirectly benefiting agricultural research and biosecurity. The contract was awarded through a direct procurement process, without indication of competitive bidding, suggesting a streamlined acquisition possibly due to the specific service requirements or existing vendor relationship. The work scope encompasses scheduled upkeep activities vital to the laboratory's grounds, contributing to the institution's overall mission effectiveness. The contract duration begins in early September of 2026 with potential extensions through 2031, providing a long-term service framework to the agency.
Description
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE, KNIPLING-BUSHLAND U.S. LIVESTOCK INSECTS RESEARCH LABORATORY (GROUNDS MAINTENANCE CONTRACT, BASE YEAR PLUS 4 OPTION YEARS)