SAM #1232SA26Q0700

USDA ARS Solicits Tree Removal and Pruning Services at U.S. National Arboretum

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is seeking small business quotations for comprehensive tree removal and pruning services at the U.S. National Arboretum in Washington, DC. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - U.S. National Arboretum - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or named vendors are identified; equipment requirements are specified generically (e.g., cranes, bucket trucks, stump grinders). - Products/Services Requested: - Tree removal, pruning, limbing, stump grinding, hauling, disposal, and cleanup services - Annual service (one job per year) for a base year plus four option years - Crew requirements: Three-person crew with at least two certified climbers - Equipment requirements: - Chipper truck and chipper (minimum 10-inch chip capacity, 12 cubic yard chip box) - Bucket truck (75+ foot) - Cranes (45-ton, 120-ton, 190-ton) - Loader/log truck - Skid loader or tractor - Stump grinder (with pricing by stump diameter) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with ANSI safety standards and minimal environmental impact - Emphasis on technical approach, price, and past performance in award evaluation - Adherence to federal anti-discrimination and DEI policies - Small business set-aside under NAICS 561730 - Service wage determinations apply - Place of Performance and Delivery: - U.S. National Arboretum, 3501 New York Avenue, N.E., Washington, DC 20002

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0700 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Tree Removal and Pruning Services.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 561730.  The small business size standard is $9.5 Million.  This acquisition will be a Base plus Four Option Year Contract.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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