# SAM #1232SA26Q1515 

USDA ARS and National Arboretum Solicitation for Tree Removal and Pruning Services

**Buyer:** ARS APD
**Posted:** September 17, 2026
**Respond By:** September 23, 2026
**Identifier:** 1232SA26Q1515
**NAICS:** 561730

The USDA Agricultural Research Service and the United States National Arboretum are seeking fixed-price quotations from small businesses for urgent tree removal and pruning services in Washington, DC.
- Government Buyer:
  - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), PA AAO ACQ/PER PROP, NEA Facilities Unit
  - United States National Arboretum
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or equipment manufacturers are mentioned; services are requested from qualified small business vendors
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Tree pruning/trimming services (pruning/trimming of trees by Diameter at Breast Height (DBH) ranges)
    - 24 units: DBH 8-20 inches
    - 36 units: DBH 21-34 inches
    - 80 units: DBH 35+ inches
  - Tree cutting/removal services (cutting/removal of trees by DBH ranges)
    - 36 units: DBH 8-20 inches
    - 80 units: DBH 21-34 inches
    - 29 units: DBH 35+ inches
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Work must comply with ANSI A300 and Z133 safety standards
  - Supervision by an ISA Certified Arborist is required
  - Debris management and environmental protection protocols must be followed
  - Small business set-aside, including economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses
  - Firm-fixed price contract; pricing is per tree based on DBH
  - Site visit required prior to quoting; work hours are Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding Federal holidays
  - Period of performance is six months, with delivery expected by contract end

### Description

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

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<p>Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1515 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Tree Pruning and Removal.</p>

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<p>This acquisition&nbsp; is set-aside for small business concerns.&nbsp; The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 561730.&nbsp; The small business size standard is $9.5M&nbsp; This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.&nbsp; All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.&nbsp;</p>

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