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Solicitation 140FS324Q0201 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The anticipated award date is within 10 days after the close of this announcement.

This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC Number:

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applicable North American Classification System

(NAICS) code is 115112 Soil Preparation, Planting and Cultivating. The small business size standard is 10,000,000.00 million.

The Government intends to award a firm fixed price contract resulting from this combined synopsis/solicitation.

Line-Item Description(s): Provide Invasive

Species Control on 139 Acres of Grassland.

(Refer to attached scope of work for detail)

Period of Performance: Anticipated July 15, 2025

- July 31, 2025

Location of Work: (Refer to Statement of Work for details)

FWS Missisquoi NWR

Swanton, VT 05488

Terms & Conditions:

- The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to

Offerors -- Commercial, applies to this acquisition - The provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation

Commercial Items applies to this acquisition

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- Offerors must include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and

Certifications-Commercial Items and submit with its offer.

- The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and

Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition

- The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and

Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or

Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition (refer to terms and conditions for details)

Any additional contract requirement(s) or terms and conditions determined by the contracting officer to be necessary for this acquisition and consistent with customary commercial practices are attached in the Terms & Conditions document.

The full text of the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far/ or see terms & conditions attached to the solicitation.

In order to be eligible for award, all contractors must have an Active Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) website https://sam.gov/content/home. Please note, SAM.GOV is a free website and there is never a cost to register your entity.

Prior to or following receipt of an award, the

Contractor must register with the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform

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Important Submission Date Info:

1. Question Submission: All questions regarding this Solicitation must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist, Lee Ann Riley at

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lee_riley@fws.gov no later than Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 3:00pm EDT. If necessary, questions received will be answered through an Amendment to this Solicitation. Emails must indicate the following in the subject line:

Question Submission for 140FS324Q0201.

2. Quote Submission: Quotes (including all required documents) must be transmitted via e-mail to the Contract Specialist, Lee Ann Riley at lee_riley@fws.gov, no later than Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 3:00pm EDT. Emails must indicate the following in the subject line: Quote

Submission 140FS324Q0201.

Required Submittal Documents:

Offerors responding to this solicitation must submit the following documents:

- SF 1449: Provide a completed SF 1449 with signature.

- SF 30: If applicable, provide signed amendments

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- Quote: Submit a quote to include your SAM

Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Number, Company

Name, Address, Point of Contact (POC) Name, Email

& Phone Number.

- Quote Schedule: Complete the attached document

- Past Experience & References: Complete the attached Past Performance document or your own version that addresses each element.

Your quote will be considered non-responsive and will not be considered if all the above required documents are not completed in full and received as part of your submittal package.

An award will be made to the Contractor whose submittal documents conform to the requirements as described in this solicitation and who, based on a subjective assessment from the

Government,offers the best value to include technical, past experience, and price. The Government reserves the right to award a contract to other than the lowest priced offer if, in its judgment, the non-cost factors outweigh the price difference.

Contracting Office:

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140FS324Q0201

Lee Ann Riley, Contract Specialist

SAT East Team 3, Goods and Services Acquisition

JOINT ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS

5275 Leesburg Pike

Falls Church VA 22041 lee_riley@fws.gov

Delivery:

Delivery: 07/31/2025

Period of Performance: 07/15/2025 to 07/31/2025

00010 Grassland Invasives

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STATEMENT OF SERVICES

GRASSLAND INVASIVE SPECIES CONTROL

Herbicide Application

Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge

29 Tabor Road Swanton, Vermont 05488

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is seeking quotes from qualified/certified Contractors for spraying herbicide to control and eradicate invasive plant species including yellow rattle, spotted knapweed, purple loosestrife, Phragmites, poison parsnip, Canada thistle and others through the application of chemical herbicides on specified areas at Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). Work shall consist of furnishing all necessary equipment, labor, approved herbicide, water (carrier), insurance and supervision necessary to accomplish the specified vegetative control measures.

1.2. Background: Annual control of invasive plants has been necessary to reduce and/or eliminate infestation and habitat degradation of refuge grasslands and riparian habitat. Large-scale infestation of several invasive plants has required continued annual management to improve grassland habitat conditions for nesting bird species and improve the biological integrity of the riparian forest. This project is required to continue to reduce infestations in previously treated areas and begin treatment in new infestation sites.

1.3. Scope of Work: Vermont Certified Pesticide Applicators (Category 2: Forestry) are needed to spray Rodeo (or comparable) herbicide on targeted species in approximately 139 acres of grasslands along Tabor Road at

Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, in Swanton, Vermont.

1.4. Timeframe/Period of Performance: Herbicide application will begin no sooner than July 15, 2025, for grasslands on Tabor Road. Applicators will perform and complete the work during two-time frames to ensure effectiveness for each target species: July 15 - July 31, 2025: Grassland areas including spotted knapweed & others. Dates after this window will be considered pending the Refuge Project Officer’s approval and evaluation of the onsite conditions.

1.5. All herbicide application shall be consistent with the product label instructions, manufacturer's guidance, and the requirements of this contract. See Paragraph “3.3 Herbicide Selection Procedure”.

2. LOCATION

2.1. General Location: Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, 29 Tabor Road, Swanton Vermont. Approximately 139 acres (see attached location map).

3. TREATMENT AREAS, CONTROL GOALS AND HERBICIDES

3.1. General: Spot treat the designated location comprising approximately 139 acres of grasslands along Tabor Road at Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, in Swanton, Vermont.

3.2. Vegetation Control Objectives: A minimum of 80% of all of the identified infestations to be treated in the treatment areas will be sprayed with each infestation receiving coverage by foliar spray, to the degree that at least

80% of the live stems yellow prematurely within 2-3 weeks of the spray and die within one of year of treatment, or

Contractor will re-apply in the very next year, at his/her expense. The Refuge Project Officer will be responsible for documenting that less than 80% of the area was treated, and notifying the Contractor, as soon as possible after the spraying activity (e.g. will survey the area, take digital photographs).

3.3. Herbicide Selection Procedure: Herbicide Rodeo or comparable. Herbicides must be registered for aquatic use.

No restricted use herbicides are allowed. No herbicides can be used on Refuge property without prior approval from the Refuge Project Officer. In addition, all carriers and adjuvants must be non-toxic and registered for water applications.

3.4. Minimizing Impacts to Non-Target Species: No spraying shall be performed when wind speeds exceed specifications listed on the herbicide label, or 10 mph, whichever is greater, or wind directions are likely to result in drift to non-target areas, or public use areas. There will be zero tolerance for direct spray or drift of herbicides into non-target vegetation or on adjacent property. No spraying shall be performed if more than 10% chance of rain is forecast for the day of application or for 24-hour period following the planned application.

4. NOTIFICATION OF TREATMENT

4.1. The Contractor will provide a 72-hour notice to the Refuge Project Officer before arriving at the site location for herbicide treatment work. The Refuge Project Officer retains the right to determine whether spraying at any time is appropriate, due to weather (including wind) and other considerations.

5. HANDLING, MIXING, APPLICATION RATES AND METHODS

5.1. Handling and Mixing: All herbicides will be handled and stored in accordance with instructions on the EPA registration label. All herbicides shall be mixed in accordance with the label instructions so that the desired rate of application can be attained with the Contractor's application equipment. Mixing water is the responsibility of the

Contractor. The Contractor is required to provide a secondary containment system around their herbicide mixing area when herbicides are mixed on government property. This containment system must be constructed of impervious materials. Unused, mixed pesticides will be disposed of in accordance with local, state and EPA guidelines. Spray equipment cleaning will also be accomplished in accordance with these guidelines. Prior to leaving a worksite for the day, the Contractor shall remove all equipment and unused materials, any waste materials, oil, empty herbicide containers and litter resulting from contract activities on government property.

5.2. Equipment: The equipment used by the Contractor shall be designed for such work and operated in a safe manner. The equipment will be capable of accurately delivering a predetermined rate per acre dosage of herbicide.

For the most part, the work is to be done by walking transects in fields using backpack or other portable spraying equipment to deliver herbicide effectively and minimize spray drift. Some use of small ATVs or UTVs can be used to support spraying the field.

5.3. Rates and Method of Application: Application rates will be per the specification on the material safety data sheet, labeling and manufacturer's suggested rate tables, per chemical used, and the desired results identified in

“3.2 Vegetation Control Objective”.

6. SAFETY AND CERTIFICATION

6.1. Safety Manual: Notwithstanding any other provisions of this contract, the Contractor shall comply with all safety and health requirements as outlined in OSHA Safety Standards to ensure the safe working conditions for themselves and others.

6.2. Hazard Communication: The Contractor shall implement a hazard communication program in accordance with

29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.1200 or 1926.59. The written hazard communication program shall address, as a minimum, the following: training (to include potential safety and health effects from exposure), labeling, current inventory of hazardous chemicals on site, and the location and use of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).

6.3. Licensing: The Contractor or any employees or sub-contractors performing any of the work under this contract shall possess a valid Vermont commercial herbicide applicator's license and shall comply with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations applicable to the contract work and to the products and materials used by the Contractor in performing that work. Evidence of such licensing shall be submitted in accordance with the "Application Plan" as outlined in Paragraph 7. 1. All appropriate certification and licensing required by the Environmental Protection

Agency and Vermont Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, pertaining to the use and application of herbicides, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Certifications, licenses and/or permits shall be valid for the period of application and available for inspection.

6.4. Public Safety: Public safety must be ensured when spraying or using pesticides. In application areas where there is potential for use by the public, the refuge staff will station personnel to enforce closure during time of spraying and place appropriate warning signs which inform the public that pesticide application work is on-going.

6.5. EPA Registration Label: All work shall be performed in accordance with the instructions on the EPA registration label of the chemical herbicide used. All safety instructions featured on the label shall be strictly adhered to.

6.6. Safety Data Sheets: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) shall be submitted to the Refuge Project Officer with the

“Application Plan” as outlined in Section 7.1. The Contractor shall also make these SDSs readily available to all affected contract employees.

6.7. Spills and Contamination: The Contractor shall submit as part of the "Application Plan" described in Section

7.1, the response measures to be implemented should a spill or contamination occur. The Contractor's immediate response to a spill or contamination shall be to proceed with the required measures to limit the contamination.

Immediately following this initial response, the Contractor shall notify the appropriate Refuge Project Officer at the work location and other appropriate local, state, and federal officials. Subsequent to these actions, the Contractor shall take actions to clean up the spill as recommended by the Refuge Project Officer. Should a personnel contamination occur, the Contractor shall take immediate actions as prescribed by chemical manufacturer so as to protect the safety and health of the contaminated individual(s). Immediately following the Contractor's initial response, the incident shall be reported to the Refuge Project Officer.

7. SUBMITTAL AND REPORTING

7.1. Application Plan: The Contractor shall submit an electronic copy of an application plan to the Refuge Project

This plan shall outline the types of herbicides, planned application rates, hyperlinks to SDS's and labels for each chemical to be used, scanned copies of applicator licenses, and a spill and contamination action plan. Additionally, the Contractor shall certify in writing that all employees engaged in handling, mixing and spraying herbicides have read the SDS's and that personal protective equipment as specified by the SDS's will be provided to and worn by these persons. Further, one hard copy of the approved plan shall be provided that will include a signed statement by the Contractor that this plan complies with all state, local and federal regulations. This plan shall be submitted for review and approval within 10 working days of the notice of contract award and prior to the desired start of work.

Government approval of this plan in no way relieves the Contractor of any liability for compliance with all Federal, State, and/or local regulations, should there be omissions/errors within said plan.

7.2. Post-Application Documentation: The Contractor shall submit a spray log to the Refuge Project Officer detailing: day(s) and time(s) sprayed, crew members, chemical applied, application rate, weather conditions (average windspeed, temperature, humidity, cloud cover). The Contractor shall provide GIS data (ESRI shapefiles in unprotected NAD83 format) on all treated areas no later than four weeks after spraying is complete.

8. PREWORK MEETING

8.1. Within 10 days after contract award, the Contractor shall contact the Refuge Project Officer to arrange a meeting to discuss and develop a mutual understanding of the requirements and details of work. There may also be occasions when subsequent conferences will be called to reconfirm understandings or provide clarifications on contract requirements.

9. LIABILITY OF AND DAMAGES TO THE GOVERNMENT

9.1. Insurance: The Contractor will carry liability insurance that will cover the application of pesticides as defined in this specification. A Certificate of Insurance form signed by the insuring agency shall be provided to the

Contracting Officer prior to award of the contract. The insurance must provide coverage for the entire contract period.

9.2. Government Liability: The Government assumes no liability from the Contractor's performance of the contract work. The Contractor shall hold and save the Government harmless from any and all liability arising from the performance of the contract.

9.3. Responsibility for Damages: The Contractor is responsible for all damages to persons and property resulting from performance of the contract work.

10. WARRANTY: The Contractor warrants that:

10.1. Should the desired results not be achieved, as described in “3.2 Vegetation Control Objectives”, the Contractor will, at no additional cost to the Government, reapply the herbicide to those areas where targeted vegetative growth continues or recurs. The determination as to the acceptable performance of the Contractor and the need to reapply the herbicides will rest solely with the Refuge Project Officer, or the authorized representative. A request to retreat an area may be either verbal or in writing. A request to re-treat an area will be in the format of a contract modification.

10.2. The Contractor is responsible for damages to persons or property, including unreasonable or unnecessary damages to non-target vegetation, within and outside the treatment areas resulting from the performance of the contract work. Damage costs as determined by government personnel will be charged in the form of a fine for the cost of rehabilitation or replacement of the affected resources. Other penalties may be assessed based on local, State, or Federal laws.

11. INSPECTIONS AND ACCEPTANCE

11.1. Work will be inspected periodically for conformance with these specifications for timeliness, safety and results achieved.

Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge

Herbicide Contract Grassland Invasive Plants – 2025

Full Description

Vermont Certified Pesticide Applicators (Category 2: Forestry) are needed to apply herbicide to invasive plants

(primarily yellow iris, spotted knapweed, purple loosestrife, Phragmites, honeysuckle and poison parsnip) in approximately 139 acres of grassland along Tabor Road at Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, in Swanton, Vermont. Herbicide application will begin no sooner than July 15, 2025. Applicators will perform and complete the work during three-time frames to ensure effectiveness for each target species:

• July 15, 2025 - July 31, 2025: Grassland areas including spotted knapweed & others.

Dates after this window will be considered pending the Refuge Project Officer’s approval and evaluation of the onsite conditions.

Contractors are expected to supply all of the needed equipment. The contractor will supply herbicide. For the most part, the work is to be done by walking transects and using hand-held sprayers, though some use of small ATVs or

UTVs can be used to support application along edges of the field and on farm roads. Applicators are expected to meet with the Refuge Biologist before starting the project, as well as to give weekly updates on progress.

Large scale infestation of several invasive plants has required continued annual management to improve grassland habitat conditions and the biological integrity of riparian habitats. In addition, previous applications have only treated portions of infested areas on the refuge. This project is required to continue to reduce infestations in previously treated areas and begin treatment in new infestation sites. Due to the recurring nature of invasive species issues, the need to maintain treatments to prevent re-infestation of previously treated sites, and address new infestations not previously treated the refuge requires this contract to meet its habitat management objectives for high quality grassland habitat. The refuge is also obligated to treat invasive species which can impact habitat quality to meet the objectives of 601 FW3 (3.16).

Evaluation and Acceptance

Inspection and acceptance will be conducted by the Technical Point of Contact based on Past Performance with similar Group and/or Agency, Technical capabilities, price. The contractor shall provide past performance information on attached Past Performance Data Document for previous services that have been provided.

Question/Quote Submittal/Price Quote

All Questions and Concerns must be directed to the Contracting POC ONLY:

The Contracting POC is Lee Ann Riley, Contract Specialist, USFWS. Please email inquiries to lee_riley@fws.gov no later than Wednesday September 4, 2024, C.O.B.

Quote Submittal:

Quoters are required to submit a written/electronic quote via email to Lee Ann Riley lee_riley@fws.gov on or before

Wednesday September 11, 2024 @ 3:00 pm ES.

Price Quote:

Submittal of a quote price to include for spraying herbicide to control and eradicate invasive plant species including yellow rattle, spotted knapweed, purple loosestrife, Phragmites, poison parsnip, Canada thistle and others through the application of chemical herbicides on specified areas at Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). Work shall consist of furnishing all necessary equipment, labor, approved herbicide, water (carrier), insurance and supervision necessary to accomplish the specified vegetative control measures and all necessary components to fulfill this requirement. PLEASE PROVIDE QUOTE ON ATTACHED QUOTE SCHEDULE.

The Government will award a purchase order resulting from this solicitation to the responsible quoter whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the government in terms.

Payments:

The Contractor MUST be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.GOV) to participate in this requirement. The SAM can be found at https://www.sam.gov. Payments will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer using the data within the SAM registration database.

The Contractor is also required to be registered in the Invoice Processing Payment Platform System (IPP.GOV) to submit electronic invoices. Any questions regarding this billing system should go to the Customer Support for the IPP directly at telephone: 866-973-3131 or by email: ippgroup@bos.frb.org. The contractor must submit all cost and pricing data, receipts, and vouchers as an attachment to the electronic invoice in the IPP.GOV that matches and supports what is being invoiced.

Note: The order is subject to invoicing via www.IPP.gov .

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