Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1515
USDA ARS Solicitation for Tree Pruning, Trimming, and Removal Services at the National Arboretum
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
September 17, 2026
Respond By
September 23, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1515
NAICS
561730
This opportunity is for tree pruning, trimming, and removal services at the United States National Arboretum, managed by the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), NEA Facilities Unit. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), NEA Facilities Unit - United States National Arboretum - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or equipment manufacturers are named; services are to be performed by qualified small businesses, including economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses. - Products/Services Requested: - Tree pruning/trimming (24 units for DBH 8-20 inches, 36 units for DBH 21-34 inches, 80 units for DBH 35+ inches) - Tree cutting/removal (36 units for DBH 8-20 inches, 29 units for DBH 21-34 inches, 29 units for DBH 35+ inches) - All work must comply with ANSI A300 and Z133 safety standards - Services include crown cleaning, selective thinning, safe dismantling of hazardous trees, and debris management - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Supervision by an ISA Certified Arborist is required - Strict adherence to safety and environmental protection protocols - Small business set-aside under NAICS 561730 - Pricing is per tree based on Diameter at Breast Height (DBH) categories - Firm-fixed price contract with a six-month period of performance - Work hours are Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding Federal holidays
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 1232SA26Q1515 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Tree Pruning and Removal.
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 $9.5M This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.