Opportunity
SAM #140FS326Q0084
Aquatic Shredding Services for Canoe Trails at Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge
Buyer
USFWS Satellite Team 3
Posted
June 25, 2026
Respond By
July 02, 2026
Identifier
140FS326Q0084
NAICS
562998, 561730, 115310
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), through the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge and FWS SAT Team 3, is soliciting quotes for recurring aquatic shredding services to maintain canoe trails. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) - Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge - FWS SAT Team 3 - Services Requested: - Bi-annual aquatic shredding of 5 to 6 miles of vegetation along a 12-foot-wide canoe trail - Use of an aquatic vegetation shredding machine ("Cookie Cutter") and airboat for transport and support - Removal of floating peat islands, water lilies, and other aquatic vegetation - Contractor to provide all labor, equipment, and cleanup, including removal of shredded vegetation and trash, and management of fuel/oil spills - Compliance with a 95% performance acceptance rate and all safety regulations - Products/Line Items: - Five annual line items (base year plus four option years) for aquatic shredding services, each referencing part number 7540-01-152-8067 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Work must be performed bi-annually, with scheduling flexibility due to weather and water conditions - Pricing must include cost per cut and total for five years - Contractor must use specialized "Cookie Cutter" aquatic shredding equipment and airboat support - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation, but the "Cookie Cutter" machine is a notable equipment requirement - Estimated contract value is moderate, reflecting recurring annual services over five years
Description
QUOTE REQUEST FOR AQUATIC SHREDDING OF CANOE TRAIL VEGETATION AT FWS ARTHUR R MARSHALL LOXAHATCHEE NWR.