SAM #1232SA26Q0835

USDA ARS Solicitation for Landscaping Services in Corvallis, Oregon

USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking landscaping services for three research locations in Corvallis, Oregon. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division (APD) - Locations: Horticultural Crops Production and Genetic Improvement Research Unit, Forage Seed and Cereal Research Unit, National Clonal Germplasm Repository - Services Requested: - Comprehensive landscaping services including: - Grass mowing and trimming - Overseeding and fertilization - Broadleaf weed control - Shrub and tree maintenance - Weed control in landscape beds and sidewalks - Irrigation system inspection and repair - Debris removal - Contractor must provide all tools, equipment, and materials - Services performed monthly at all locations - Contract Structure: - One-year base period plus four one-year option periods (total potential duration: five years) - Services required at three USDA-ARS facilities - Pricing must cover base and option periods - Notable Requirements: - Total small business set-aside under NAICS code 561730 (Landscaping Services), $9.5M size standard - Includes economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (EDWOSB) - Compliance with Service Contract Labor Standards Wage Determination 2015-5567 - Mandatory compliance with federal anti-discrimination and DEI requirements - Award based on best value, not lowest price - Offerors must demonstrate technical capability and provide at least five relevant references - No specific OEMs or branded products are mentioned; only landscaping services are requested.

Description

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

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0835 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Landscaping Services in  Corvallis, OR that shall include a base and four option years.

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO). This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul.

This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code (NAICS) is 561730 - Landscaping Services. The small business size standard is $9.5 Million  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

The Service Contract Labor Standards Wage Determination Number 2015-5567 for Corvallis, OR is applicable and is attached (see Attachment 3).

The Agriculture Priorities and Allocations System (APAS) and assigned rating are not applicable to this solicitation.

See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, provisions, instructions, and evaluation criteria.

There are no additional requirement(s) or terms and conditions (such as financing arrangements or warranty requirements) determined to be necessary for this acquisition and consistent with customary commercial practices.

Quotes are due by the date/time/time zone listed in the “Date Offers Due” field.

Submit all quotes to the Primary Point of Contact and Secondary Point of Contact (if applicable) by the “Date Offers Due”.

Quotes received after the established “Date Offers Due” deadline will be considered late. Late quotes may only be considered if it is in the Government’s best interest and if it will not unduly delay award.

Questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted in writing to the Primary Point of Contact and Secondary Point of Contact (if applicable) no later than 11:59 AM PT on August 6, 2026 (08/06/2026). Answers will be posted before end of business on August 8, 2026 (08/08/2026).

A site visit is currently scheduled for August 4, 2026 (08/04/2026) at 10:00 AM PT. This site visit is intended to give prospective quoters the opportunity to familiarize themselves with grounds and to help gauge the scope of the work that is required. Prospective attendees SHALL email the Primary Point of Contact and Secondary Point of Contact (if applicable) with the attendee's full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID (which must be presented at the time of the site visit) and citizenship status; and their company name, physical address, email address, and phone number. The deadline for requesting a site visit is 48-hours prior to the scheduled site visit date/time/time zone. Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of access to the location and/or participation in site visit activities.

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