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14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

13b. RATING

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY

CLASSIFICATION STANDARD

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SMALL BUSINESS

01/28/2026 2359 PT

01/22/2026

970-217-6804KLENISE WALLACE

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INFORMATION CALL:

FOR SOLICITATION 8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL TIMEb. TELEPHONE NUMBERa. NAME

4. ORDER NUMBER3. AWARD/ 6. SOLICITATION

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DELIVER TO:

USDA FOREST SERVICE

LOS PADRES NATIONAL FOREST

SANTA BARBARA RANGER DISTRICT

3505 PARADISE ROAD

SANTA BARBARA CA 93105 US

Reference Solicitation 127EAT26Q0023

Project Title: LPF USFS Rincon Station - Santa (Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

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Barbara Ranger District (RD) Emergency Sycamore

Hazardous Tree Removal

Forest: Los Padres National Forest (LPF)

Project Description: This work is for the arborist certified assessment report and removal of a dying sycamore tree that has been deemed a threat to federal employee life, health and safety, located behind employee quarters in the

Los Padres National Forest near the USFS Rincon

Station in the Santa Barbara Ranger District (RD).

Project Location: Near USFS Rincon Station in the

Santa Barbera Ranger District of the Los Padres

National Forest in Carpinteria, CA. Santa Barbara

County. Reference contract terms and maps for more information.

Set-Aside: Total Small Business

Forest Representatives:

COR: Bradley King, bradley.king@usda.gov

CO: Klenise Wallace, klenise.wallace@usda.gov

Delivery: 02/20/2026

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Period of Performance: 01/30/2026 to 02/20/2026

0001 Arborist Report and Hazardous Sycamore Tree

Removal

14 Calendar Days

Product/Service Code: F014

Product/Service Description: NATURAL

RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- TREE THINNING

The "Submit Invoice-to" address for USDA orders is the Department of Treasury's Invoice

Processing Platform (IPP), https://www.ipp.gov.

If the contractor lacks an IPP account, USDA will automatically initiate the enrollment process with Treasury using the contractor's SAM.gov

Accounts Receivable POC as the IPP account holder. Once the enrollment process is complete, the IPP account holder will receive notification and can being invoicing. More information about

IPP can be found at: https://www.ipp.gov

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

Contract No. TBD Solicitation No. 127EAT26Q0023 Los Padres National Forest (LPF) LPF USFS Rincon Station - Santa Barbara Ranger District (RD) Emergency (ER) Sycamore Hazardous Tree Removal Contractor: TBD

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SECTION B – CONTINUATION OF SF-1449

Schedule of Items/Price Schedule See Attachment 3 – Schedule of Items in Excel to be filled and returned with offer.

Contract Award Amount:

Item Description Unit of Measure Qty

0001 Arborist Assessment Report (ISA Certified Arborist; TRAQ risk rating)

Lump Sum 1

0002 Sycamore Tree Removal (labor, equipment, rigging, traffic control)

Lump Sum 1

0003 Stump Grinding to [Insert depth] and Site Restoration

Lump Sum 1

0004 Hauling/Disposal/Recycling of Debris Lump Sum 1

(Schedule Notes)

1. Offeror must fill in the UNIT price ONLY. Spreadsheet is formatted to auto populate the total price.

2. Responses for quantities less than those listed in the numbered items may be rejected.

3. Responses without prices for each item may be rejected.

Statement of Requirement For project summary and specifications, reference SF 1449 and Attachment 2 Statement of Work

Place of Performance The sycamore tree is located behind employee housing quarters in the Los Padres National Forest, Santa Barbera Ranger District Rincon Station. As this is a residential address, interested offerors may use the USFS Rincon Station address located at 6115 Casitas Pass Rd., Carpinteria, CA 93013 in Santa Barbara County.

The hazardous sycamore tree is directly adjacent to a wooden fence delineating the backyard of the quarters unit. The tree is in close proximity to the quarters unit and the Lions Lodge/Clubhouse. Care must be taken to prevent damage to Government and/or personal property while removing this tree.

Access to the tree’s location will have to take into consideration the location of the underground septic tank located between the two Forest Service quarters units, so care needs to be taken to not damage the septic tank while accessing the site. There may be a possibility to access the tree site via the Lions Lodge/Park adjacent to the station site. The contractor will need to coordinate access.

Deliveries of Performance

Anticipated Period of Performance The Government anticipates this work being completed within 14 calendar days after award.

The period of performance dates of Award (January 30, 2026) through February 20, 2026 account for weather and unforeseen delays.

Work Timing and Hours of Operation The contractor is approved to being work upon award, with the schedule coordinated and approved by the FS COR. Coordination of work is only approved by the CO, COR or personnel designated in writing from the

CO.

Work Hours permitted during a performance workday are from 0700 – 1530 for an 8-hr workday and 0700 – 1730 for a 10-hr workday. Weekend work must receive written approval by the COR.

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Submittals

Requirement Description Due ISA Credential (Arborist Certification)

Provide a copy of professional certification issued by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)

With Offer

Work Plan (Draft)

Submit a written plan detailing methodology, equipment, crew composition, traffic/pedestrian control measures, utility locates, and proposed timeline.

With Offer

Safety/Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Plan (Draft)

Must be compliant with ANSI Z133 (Arboricultural Operations—Safety Requirements) and applicable OSHA standards.

With Offer

Insurance Documents Provide copies of applicable insurance.

With Offer

Deliverables See Attachment 2 – Statement of Work

Inspection and Acceptance

All work shall be conducted under the general direction of the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative, subject to Government inspection and acceptance at all places and at all reasonable times before acceptance to ensure strict compliance with the terms of the contract. See FAR Clause 52.212-4 in the Contract Clause section of these contract terms.

(Acceptance Criteria)

• Report includes species, DBH, TRAQ risk rating, defect analysis, photos, and removal justification.

• Tree removed without damage to adjacent property/utilities; site restored to pre-work condition or better.

• Stump ground to specified depth and backfilled; no protrusions or trip hazards remain.

• All safety controls implemented and documented; debris fully removed.

Contract Administration Data

Forest Service Representatives.

Forest Service (FS) Representatives will be identified on the SF 1449. This section identifies the roles and responsibilities of those personnel.

(Contracts Specialist (CS) or Purchasing Agent (Agent)) The CS or Agent has delegated authority from the Contracting Officer to perform administration oversight of the contract and will handle all matters beyond the authority of the COR. Generally, this includes the day-to-day administration of the contract, except for matters pertaining to changes in contract price and/or time. Any contractual documents that bind the Government must have Contracting Officer approval and signature.

(Contracting Officer Representative (COR)) The COR has delegated authority that includes but may not be limited to providing technical advice and guidance pertaining to the project work, maintaining property

LPF USFS Rincon Station - Santa Barbara Ranger District (RD) Emergency (ER) Sycamore Hazardous Tree Removal records, outlining work, providing material approvals, inspecting work in progress, estimating completed work for partial or progress payments, and/or conducting pre-final and final inspections. In addition, the COR oversees administrative matters (e.g., submittals, etc.) and ensures elements of contract requirements are met in accordance with the contract terms and conditions. The COR is NOT authorized to direct changes or bind the Government to any contractual agreement. The COR delegated authority, and responsibilities will be defined on a delegation letter issued in conjunction with contract award.

(Government Technical Monitor (GTM)) A GTM is a Government Employee with less authority than a designated COR that supports contract work by answering basic contract questions, act as a technical advisor in their area of expertise, and/or inspect/monitor contract performance. The person fulfilling this role may shadow or advise the COR on Contracts for Services or Construction, but the GTMs primary responsibility is to provide technical support to the CO. A GTM may act as the primary technical point of contact on Supply orders. The GTM delegated authority, responsibilities and contact information will be defined on a delegation letter signed by the CO issued in conjunction with (or after) contract award. A GTM has no contractual authority. When there is no COR, the GTMs purpose is to provide inspection and recommendation to the CO for acceptance. The person delegated may also review and provide first-line approval of invoices.

Contracting Officer (CO) A Contracting Officer holds a legal warrant, which is a designation of authority to bind the Government. The CO has full authority for the administration of the contract and will personally handle all matters beyond the authority of the CS/Agent (if one is assigned) and/or the COR/GTM. COs are agents of the Government and are the only officials authorized to enter into any contract or agreement that binds the Government. If the Contractor is asked to perform work outside of the scope of the awarded contract, additional work, or make changes not specified in the existing contract award, DO NOT perform the work. Immediately notify the Contracting Officer.

Invoices The following supplements the invoice terms contained within FAR 52.212-4(g) contained herein.

Payments will be made from the Contractor’s invoice(s). All invoices are to be submitted via the electronic Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) System. The "Submit Invoice-to" address for USDA orders is the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The contractor must follow the instructions on how to register and submit invoices via IPP as prescribed in previous communications from USDA and Treasury.

This is a mandatory requirement initiated by the U.S. Department of Treasury and you can find more information at this website https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm Ensure your company has registered at https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollment-vendors.htm to establish your account. Offeror must have an established account prior to commencement of work.

Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) does not allow for the contractor to change the description of the line items being invoiced against and therefore an itemized invoice must be uploaded as an attachment(s). If the itemized invoice has not been reviewed and approved by the COR, the IPP payment request will be rejected.

Please follow the minimum requirements to ensure a successful payment process.

IPP Invoice shall have the following areas completed at a minimum:

Invoice Number Invoice Date Bill Period Start Date Bill Period End Date Supplier Contact Name Supplier Contact Phone Contract Number

Itemized invoice shall include at a minimum:

Contractor Name & Address Contract number Invoice Number Description of Services or work completed.

Date of services or completion.

https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollment-vendors.htm

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PRIOR to start the IPP enrollment process, please verify that the point of contract’s (POC’s) email address is up to date in your company’s System for Award Management (SAM) account at www.sam.gov and that any recent update(s) have been allowed time to process resulting in an “Active” status on the SAM account. The one-time enrollment in IPP means a series of emails will be sent to the SAM POC. If you have questions on the IPP enrollment process, the help desk phone number is 1-866-973-3131.

Contract Release Before final payment may be made the Contractor shall sign a release of all claims against the Government arising by virtue of this contract, other than claims, in stated amounts, that the Contractor has specifically accepted from the operation of the release. A release may also be required of the assignee if the Contractor's claim to amounts payable under this contract has been assigned under the Assignment of Claims Act of 1940 (31 U.S.C. 3727 and 41 U.S.C. 15).

Notice to Proceed Work may begin on this contract upon the contractor’s receipt of the fully executed award issued by the Contracting Officer, CS or Agent with the contractor coordinated agreement of the COR. Suspensions and resumption or work notices must be received in writing from the Government. Any adjustments to the anticipated completion date must be accomplished via formal written modification of the contract signed by the CO.

Pre-Work Conference The pre-work meeting is intended to update the contractor on current conditions that may affect their data acquisition efforts. Contractor will coordinate the pre-work meeting date with the project COR. At the pre-work meeting and subsequent meetings, by project, the Government will provide maps and share any useful documents and information available, to include the Forest Fire plan.

Special Contract Considerations

Work Restrictions Designated parking areas will be arranged prior to the start of work with COR approval.

This is a residential area. All posted speed limits must be strictly followed.

Vehicles may not be driven outside of the designated areas.

Key Personnel

(a) The Contractor shall assign to this contract the following key personnel: Contractor Representative, ISA Certified Arborist, Foreman (foreman/woman is only required if using a crew for tree removal)

(b) During the performance of the work, the Contractor shall make no substitutions of key personnel unless the substitution is necessitated by illness, death, or termination of employment. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer within 2 calendar days after the occurrence of any of these events and provide the information required by paragraph (c) below. After the initial 5-day period, the Contractor shall submit the information required by paragraph (c) to the Contracting Officer at least 5 days prior to making any permanent substitutions.

(c) The Contractor shall provide a detailed explanation of the circumstances necessitating the proposed substitutions, complete resumes for the proposed substitutes, and any additional information requested by the Contracting Officer. Proposed substitutes should have comparable qualifications to those of the persons being replaced. The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor within 3 business days after receipt of all required information of the decision on substitutions. The contract will be modified to reflect any approved changes of key personnel.

http://www.sam.gov/

LPF USFS Rincon Station - Santa Barbara Ranger District (RD) Emergency (ER) Sycamore Hazardous Tree Removal

Wage Determination (WD) The Service Contract Act (SCA) WD applicable to this work is 1977-0727, revision 79, dated 12/03/2025. A copy is provided in the attachments.

Fire Prevention and Safety (Safety) The Contractor shall have a Safety Plan in place to keep employees and any Government personnel or visitors safe in the work area. A copy of the finalized plan shall be provided at the pre-work meeting and shall be available to employees or upon request when field work is being performed.

(Fire Prevention) Fire prevention shall be exercised at all times during the performance of this contract by the Contractor and his/her employees. All combustible materials shall be used and stored in a safe manner. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Government (report to the COR/CO and local Forest Service District Offices in the vicinity) of any fires hazards or fires sighted on or in the vicinity of the work site, and if possible, correct them.

Due to substantial fuels, dried/dead foliage and other flammables at the project site, no open flames or smoking is allowed. Hazmat, e.g., gasoline, oil, flammable or inorganic fluids, will be stored and used (fueling chainsaws, etc.) over appropriate barriers as in non-permeable tarps, troughs or other containment systems to prevent soil contamination. At least one fire extinguisher shall be kept onsite.

The Contractor may be held liable for all damages and costs incurred by the Government for labor, subsistence, equipment, supplies and transportation deemed necessary to control or suppress a fire set or caused by the Contractor or the Contractor’s agents/employees.

Camping and Housing There is no camping authorized in or near the project site.

Equipment Cleaning Equipment shall be cleaned of attached mud, dirt plant parts before entering, and when leaving the project area. If resources are unavailable, please find the nearest location to clean equipment.

Security Requirements See Attachment 2, Statement of Work

Licenses The Contractor shall provide an ISA Certified Arborist to perform the tree assessment and removal services.

Certification must be current and issued by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), demonstrating professional competency in arboriculture practices. Proof of ISA credentials shall be submitted with the proposal and verified prior to commencement of work.

Insurance In accordance with FAR 52.228-5, the Contractor shall, at its own expense, obtain and maintain during the full term of this contract the following insurance coverages:

Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability o Coverage: As required by applicable Federal and State laws, including the Defense Base Act or Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, if applicable.

Commercial General Liability o Minimum limit: $500,000 per occurrence, $750,000 aggregate, covering bodily injury, property damage, and personal/advertising injury.

Automobile Liability (including owned, non-owned, and hired vehicles) o Combined single limit: $500,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.

Equipment and Property Insurance (optional, if heavy equipment is used)

LPF USFS Rincon Station - Santa Barbara Ranger District (RD) Emergency (ER) Sycamore Hazardous Tree Removal o Coverage: Insure equipment and tools owned or used by the Contractor on-site, with a reasonable limit as agreed with the Contracting Officer.

Contractor Responsibilities:

• Proof of Insurance: Prior to work commencement, provide the Contracting Officer with certificates and endorsements verifying required insurance.

• Notice of Cancellation: Policies must include endorsements stating no cancellation or material changes affecting the Government will be effective until:

1. As required by the State law where performance occurs, or

2. 30 days after insurer or contractor provides written notice—whichever is longer

Subcontractor Flow-down: Include these insurance requirements in all subcontracts. Retain copies of subcontractor insurance certificates and provide them to the Contracting Officer upon request Government Held Harmless: The Contractor shall indemnify and hold the Government harmless from claims arising from Contractor’s performance, except when caused by Government negligence.

Attachments

Attachment # Attachments A1. Standard 1449 and Terms A2. Statement of Work (SOW) A3. Schedule of Items (in Excel) A4. Photos A5. Maps A6. Service Contract Act Wage Determination 1977-0727, v79, Dated

12/03/2025 A7. Proposal Template –Proposal must identify and address all areas A8. Past Performance Questionnaire A9. Reps & Certs Fillable

Contract Clauses

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and United States Department of Aquiculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) Clauses and Provisions The clauses and provisions contained herein are applicable to any contract or purchase order awarded as a result of this solicitation. The terms and conditions set forth herein supersede all other terms and conditions.

Acceptance of the order in accordance with (IAW) FAR 12.201-1(b)(2) constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions contained herein.

As part of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO), system updates may lag policy updates. The System for Award Management (SAM) may continue to require entities to complete representations based on provisions that are not included in this solicitation. Contracting officers will rely on representations from offers based on provisions in the solicitation. Entities are not required to, nor are they able to, update their entity registration to remove these representations in SAM.

52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference Feb 1998 This solicitation incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also the full text of the clause may be accessed electronically at Internet address https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52

52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (Nov 2023) https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52

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52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (Jan 2017) 52.204-13 System for Award Management—Maintenance (Nov 2025) Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (Sep 2025) 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (Sep 2025) 52.212-4 Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2025) 52.219-4 Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns (Nov 2025) 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Aside (Nov 2025) 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (Sep 2021) (Deviation JUN 2020) (15 U.S.C.

637(a)(14)).

52.219-28 Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation (SEPT 2021) (15 U.S.C.

632(a)(2)).

52.222-3 Convict Labor (June 2003) 52.222-19 Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Nov 2025) 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (Nov 2025) 52.222-41 Service Contract Labor Standards (Aug 2018) 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (May 2014)

This Statement is for Information Only:

It is not a Wage Determination

Employee Class Monetary Wage -- Fringe Benefits Forestry Technician $22.12 -- $5.55

52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (Nov 2025) 52.222-51 Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment-Requirements (May 2014) 52.222-53 Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Certain Services-Requirements (Nov 2025) 52.222-55 Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026 (JAN 2022) (E.O. 13658).

52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (JAN 2022) (E.O. 13706) 52.223-11 Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (Nov 2025) 52.223-18 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (Jun 2020)

(DEVIATION FEB 2025)(E.O. 13513).

52.223-23 Sustainable Products and Services 52.225-1 Buy American-Supplies (Nov 2025) 52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (May 2024) 52.228-7 Insurance-Liability to Third Persons (Mar 1996) 52.228-8 Liability and Insurance-Leased Motor Vehicles (May 1999) 52.229-12 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer— System for Award Management (Oct 2018) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (Mar 2023) 52.233-3 Protest After Award (Sep 2025) 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (Sep 2025) 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (Feb 2021) (E.O.’s, proclamations, and statutes administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury).

52.240-91 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions (Nov 2025) 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2025)

AGAR Clauses

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452.204–70 Modification for Contract Closeout (Nov 2025)

(a) If unliquidated funds in the amount of $1000 or less remain on the contract, the Contracting Officer (Contracting Officer) shall issue a unilateral modification for deobligation. The contractor will receive a copy of the modification but will not be required to provide a signature. The Contracting Officer shall immediately proceed with contract closeout upon completion of the period of performance, receipt and acceptance of supplies or services, and final payment.

(b) Upon contract closeout for contracts utilizing SAP: if unliquidated funds of more than $1000 remain on the contract, the Contracting Officer shall issue a bilateral modification for deobligation. The contractor will receive a copy of the modification and will be required to provide a signature. (The Contracting Officer may also request a “Contractor Release of Claims” be completed by the contractor, although not required for contracts and orders using SAP.) If the bilateral modification and Release of Claims are not returned to the Contracting Officer within 60 days, the Contracting Officer shall release the modification as unilateral and proceed with contract closeout upon completion of the period of performance, receipt and acceptance of supplies or services, and final payment.

(c) Upon contract closeout for contracts utilizing anything other than cost reimbursement, if unliquidated funds of more than $1000 remain on the contract, the Contracting Officer shall issue a bilateral modification for deobligation. The contractor will receive a copy of the modification and a ‘‘Contractor Release of Claims’’ and will be required to provide a signature on both forms. If the bilateral modification and Release of Claims are not returned to the Contracting Officer within 120 days, the Contracting Officer shall release the modification as unilateral and proceed with contract closeout upon completion of the period of performance, receipt and acceptance of supplies or services, and final payment.

(End of Clause)

452.203-71 Anti-Discrimination and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Compliance (Dec 2025)

(a) By entering into this contract, the Contractor certifies that:

(1) It is compliant with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws and the Equal Protection principles of the U.S. Constitution, and it will remain compliant for the duration of the contract.

(2) Neither it nor any subcontractor or teaming partner operates or funds any program, policy, or initiative that promotes DEI in a manner that violates any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws, including but not limited to Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, or the Equal Protection principles of the U.S. Constitution, and the Contractor and any subcontractor or teaming partner will not do so for the duration of the contract.

(b) If the Contractor participates in, facilitates, or funds programs that implicate Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, including but not limited to grants to or for schools, colleges, universities, 4-H programs, non-governmental organization (NGO) programs, sports programs, and education-related grants to prisons or other detention facilities, the Contractor certifies that it will remain compliant with those laws, including the requirements set forth in Executive Order 14168, Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government, and Executive Order 14173, Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.

(c) The Contractor affirms that the above requirements are conditions of payment that go to the essence of the contract and are therefore material terms of the contract. Payments under the contract are predicated on compliance with the above requirements, and therefore the Contractor is not eligible for funding under the contract or to retain any funding under the contract absent compliance with the above requirements.

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(d) This certification reflects a change in the Government’s position regarding the materiality of the foregoing requirements and therefore any prior payment of similar claims does not reflect the materiality of the foregoing requirements to this contract.

(e) Submission of a knowing false statement relating to Contractor’s compliance with the above requirements and/or eligibility for the contract may subject the Contractor to liability under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C.

§ 3729, and/or criminal liability, including under 18 U.S.C. §§ 287 and 1001.

(f) The Contractor must include the provisions of this clause in all subcontract solicitations.

(g) Failure on the part of the Contractor or its subcontractors to comply with the terms of this clause may be grounds for the Contracting Officer to terminate this contract for default.

(End of Clause)

Solicitation Information and Instruction to Offerors

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2025)

FAR 52.212-1 is amended as follows:

1. Offerors must have an active entity registration in the System for Award Management in order to submit an offer. https://www.sam.gov/SAM/

2. Offers submitted in response to this solicitation shall include:

a. Certified Offer. Submit the offer on the SF 1449 by completing the following blocks: 17(a) with offeror company name, address, phone number, ueiSAM number, POC Name, email and phone, 30(a-c) (Signature (30a) (must be by a person with authority to commit the contractor to this work for the Federal Government.) SF 30, Amendments (only as applicable). Acknowledge amendments by completing blocks 8 with Company Name and Address and 15(a-c). Return as part of the package proposal. ALL applicable amendments must be included.

b. Cost Proposal. Submit the cost proposal using the Schedule of Items in attachments, to be returned in Excel. Complete only the item highlighted in yellow. Please do not edit any other fields as this may render your offer void. Identify any challenges to the CO.

c. Completed Past Performance Questionnaire. Please complete and submit the Experience Questionnaire, providing no more than 5 relevant contracts completed or current with the past 5 years using the form provided in attachments, along with a company capabilities statement. Please ensure that the full physical company address is included along with any missing details in the event the Government checks references.

d. Completed Representations and Certifications (fillable)

e. Technical Approach. Using the provided Proposal Form in Attachments, submit a draft work plan, final proposed equipment, draft proposed schedule, final key personnel, and the draft safety / Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) plan. See submittals and the form for details of minimum information to be included.

The work plan shall not exceed 2 pages, including the space provided on the proposal form. The work narrative plan shall provide details on how this project will be performed, addressing major tasks, the average number of employees assigned (include number of crew members anticipated for crew size), equipment used and how equipment cleaning requirements will be met. If subcontracted labor is anticipated, identify what actions the subcontractor will perform and the percent of work using the by completing the Subcontractor Approval Form 6300-11 provided in attachments. The technical proposal should correspond with and support the project schedule and pricing offer. The Government should be able to clearly identify how the offeror will meet the work requirements, the number of resources and https://www.sam.gov/SAM/

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f. Copy of ISA Certification for Arborist (must be current)

g. Proof of Insurance Documents

3. Any offer, modification, revision, or withdrawal of an offer received at the Government office designated in the solicitation after the exact time specified for receipt of offers is "late" and will not be considered unless it is received before award is made and the Contracting Officer determines that accepting the late offer would not unduly delay the acquisition.

4. Submit offer by email to Klenise Wallace via email at klenise.wallace@usda.gov so that it is delivered into this inbox no later than January 28, 2026, no later than 2359 PM Pacific Time (PT). Emails should contain a total of 7 separate attachments in Microsoft Word, Adobe PDF, Excel (mandatory for SOI only) and jpg. Be aware that large attachments may increase the time required to deliver an email but cannot exceed 20 MB. If more than one email is being sent, please identify the total number in the subject (e.g. 2 of 3). Offerors are responsible for verifying receipt of their quotes to this office before the offer due date and time.

Period for acceptance of offers The Offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

Questions Please keep in mind that this is an urgent request with a short solicitation window. Questions shall be submitted via email to klenise.wallace@usda.gov and bradley.king@usda.govby 01/28/2026 no later than 1100 PT. All inquiries must include the solicitation number (Item 8 herein) in the subject of the email. (e.g.

Questions, 127EAS25Q0001, ABC Company)

Evaluation and Basis for Award The provision at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.212-2 Evaluation of Commercial Items is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR

12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.

Factor 1. Technical Acceptability. Does the quotation demonstrate an ability to meet the requirements in the Statement of Work (SOW), including equipment, personnel, and safety considerations?

Factor 2. Past Performance. Does the Offeror have satisfactory performance on similar work (scope and complexity)? The Government may use CPARS or other sources.

Factor 3. Price. The proposed price will be evaluated for reasonableness per FAR 13.106-3(a).

Basis for Award Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote provides the best value to the Government, considering technical capability, qualifications, past performance, and price.

Evaluation Method The Government will evaluate quotations based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria. Only the lowest priced offer will be evaluated for Technical Acceptability. Should the lowest priced offer not receive an acceptable technical or past performance rating, the process will continue in order of lowest priced offer until the lowest price, technically acceptable offer with acceptable or neutral past performance is identified.

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Contract Provisions

The following FAR provisions are applicable:

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference Feb 1998 This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available.

The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52

52.204-7 System for Award Management—Registration (Nov 2025) 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate (Oct 2022) 52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications (Nov 2025)

AGAR Provisions 452.203-70 Anti-Discrimination and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Certification (Dec 2025)

(a) By submission of its offer, the offeror certifies that:

(1) It is compliant with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws and the Equal Protection principles of the U.S. Constitution.

(2) Neither it nor any proposed subcontractor or teaming partner operates or funds any program, policy, or initiative that promotes DEI in a manner that violates any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws, including but not limited to Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, or the Equal Protection principles of the U.S. Constitution.

(b) If the offeror participates in, facilitates, or funds programs that implicate Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, including but not limited to grants to or for schools, colleges, universities, 4-H programs, non-governmental organization (NGO) programs, sports programs, and education-related grants to prisons or other detention facilities, by submission of its offer, the offeror certifies that it is compliant with those laws, including the requirements set forth in Executive Order 14168, Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government, and Executive Order 14173, Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.

(c) The offeror affirms that the above requirements are conditions of payment that go to the essence of the contract and are therefore material terms of the contract. Payments under the contract are predicated on compliance with the above requirements, and therefore the offeror will not be eligible for funding under the contract or to retain any funding under the contract absent compliance with the above requirements.

(d) This certification reflects a change in the Government’s position regarding the materiality of the foregoing requirements and therefore any prior payment of similar claims does not reflect the materiality of the foregoing requirements to this contract.

(e) Submission of a knowing false statement relating to offeror’s compliance with the above requirements and/or eligibility for the contract may subject the offeror to liability under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C. § 3729, and/or criminal liability, including under 18 U.S.C. §§ 287 and 1001.

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(f) Failure on the part of the offeror or its subcontractors to comply with the terms of this clause may be grounds for the Contracting Officer to terminate the contract for default.

(End of Provision)

NOTICE FOR FILING AGENCY PROTESTS

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Ombudsman Program

The USDA is committed to issuing solicitations and awarding contracts in a fair and prompt manner. The Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) was established to address protest issues within the agency, providing an alternative to costly and time-consuming litigation. Operating independently, OPAP offers relief comparable to that granted by the Government Accountability Office (GAO). Interested parties are encouraged to resolve concerns through USDA’s internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums such as the GAO. Concerns may be addressed informally or through a formal agency protest filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman.

Informal Forum with the Ombudsman

1. Initial Point of Contact: Interested parties who believe a specific USDA procurement is unfair or otherwise defective should first direct their concerns to the applicable Contracting Officer.

2. Escalation: If the Contracting Officer is unable to address their concerns, interested parties are encouraged to contact the USDA Ombudsman for Agency Protests. Under this informal process, the agency is not required to suspend contract award performance. Utilization of the informal forum does not suspend any time requirement for filing a formal protest with the agency or other forums.

3. Required Information: To ensure a timely response, interested parties should provide the following information to the Ombudsman: solicitation/contract number, contracting office, Contracting Officer, and solicitation closing date (if applicable).

Formal Agency Protest with the Ombudsman

1. Effort to Resolve: Prior to submitting a formal agency protest, protesters must first use their best efforts to resolve their concerns with the Contracting Officer through open and frank discussions.

2. Independent Review: If the protester’s concerns remain unresolved, an Independent Review is available by the Ombudsman. The protester may file a formal agency protest with either the Contracting Officer or, alternatively, with the Ombudsman under the OPAP program. Contract awards or performance will be suspended during the protest period unless justified in writing for urgent and compelling reasons or determined in writing to be in the best interest of the Government.

3. Resolution Timeline: The agency’s goal is to resolve protests within 35 calendar days from the date of filing.

4. Required Information: Protests shall include the information set forth in FAR 33.104(a)(3). Failure to submit the required information may result in a delay or dismissal of the protest.

5. Timeliness: Protests must be filed within the timeframes specified in FAR 33.104.

6. Submission: Formal protests under the OPAP program should be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer.

Election of Forum. By initiating a protest with the USDA, the protester agrees not to pursue the same matter with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or any other external forum while the agency protest is pending. If a protest is filed externally, the agency protest will be dismissed.

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