DMX_Lawn_Service_SOW3-26-24.pdf
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- LAWN CARE SERVICES, NWS JOHNSTON, IA
- Solicitation number
- 1333MH24Q0007
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This document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Lawn Care Services at the National Weather Service (NWS) office in Des Moines (Johnston), Iowa. The solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside with a NAICS code of 561730 and a small business size standard of $9.5M.
The Statement of Work outlines the requirements for the contractor to provide all personnel, tools, equipment, materials, and supervision to care for the grounds within the boundaries of the NWS Des Moines Weather Forecast Office, including weekly mowing, trimming, weed removal, and fertilization. The contract will have a base year from 5/1/24 to 3/31/25 and four 1-year option periods. Pricing should be provided on a per job basis for the base year and each option year. Quotes are due by 2:00 pm CST on 4/5/24, and the point of contact for questions is marion.smith@noaa.gov. A site visit is highly recommended but not required, and offerors should contact Donna Dubberke or Jessica Tweedt to schedule.
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| DMX_WD_15-4979_(Rev_-21)_POLK.txt | TXT text file |
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Draft Rev. 03/26/2024
Statement of Work
Lawn Service and other grounds keeping requirements
Location:
National Weather Service
Des Moines Weather Forecast Office
9607 NW Beaver Drive
Johnston, Iowa 50131
Scope:
The contractor shall provide all personnel, tools, equipment, materials and supervision for the duties required to care for all of the grounds within the boundaries of the Weather Forecast
Office as described in this statement of work. Cutting Equipment blades shall be sharp to ensure a high quality cut and minimize disease.
Approximate Acreage: 2.25
Description of Work:
The Contractor shall;
Weekly:
1. Mow shall be weekly from approximately first week in April to last week in September
(see attached map)
2. Mowing shall be with a (reel/rotary/mulching) mower.
3. Mowing height shall be no lower than 3 inches in accordance with grass type and variety.
4. Trim with a string trimmer around buildings, driveway, sidewalks, equipment and other stationary objects. Care should be exercised to prevent damage to existing trees, shrubs, bushes, and other obstructions. Clippings can be left on the lawn if cut with a mulching mower, and no readily visible clumps remain on the grass surface 24 hours after mowing.
5. Remove weeds, grasses and dead leaves by hand or mechanical means in all landscaped areas.
6. Clean all clippings from sidewalks, driveway and parking lot immediately after mowing and/or trimming.
Additional Requirements:
The Contractor shall:
1. Prune and trim all trees and shrubbery in the spring and fall. Shrubs shall be pruned to ensure proper informal shape, fullness, and bloom. Tree pruning shall be limited to branches below ten (10) feet in height in order to be able to walk safely underneath without hitting. Tree branches overhanging sidewalks, parking areas, or signs shall be trimmed to allow a minimum of six (6) feet clearance from the ground. The contractor shall remove all debris including fallen branches.
2. Fertilize lawn and treat weeds, crabgrass and insects in the weekly mowing area. These applications shall follow a schedule of:
1. Spring - Pre-emergent, fertilizer, and broadleaf weed and crabgrass control.
2. Late Spring/early summer - Slow release fertilizer and broadleaf weed, crabgrass and grub control.
3. Fall - Broadleaf weed control and micronutrients.
Additional Work Outside the Statement of Work (SOW):
Additional work not covered in specifications, may be required upon request by the
Meteorologist In Charge (MIC). However, no work shall be performed without advance approval by the Contracting Officer and a modification to the purchase order. A quote shall be submitted for consideration.
Inspections and Acceptance:
The MIC or their designee has designated authority to make a full inspection to see that the contract is completed per the statement of work. The contractor will be notified before departure if any items are sub-standard.
Local Government Contact Point (GCP):
The GCP is the MIC, Donna Dubberke, and ASA, Jessica Tweedt 515-270-4501
Terms of the SOW:
1. The Contractor shall bill on a monthly basis in arrears for the service provided.
2. The contractor, if remotely located, shall designate a representative local to the contract location, with contact numbers, for the government’s local representative to communicate with about the quality or work, progress, and technical details of the project.
3. The government reserves the right to waive lawn care or request lawn care to ensure the grounds keep a well-maintained appearance.
4. The Contractor shall ensure that all debris is cleaned up before they leave.
5. The Contractor shall ensure that no hoses or tools are left out or placed (used) in such a way that they become a trip hazard or impede normal access to the buildings and property.
6. The Contractor shall follow all Federal, State, and local regulations.
7. The Contractor is responsible for the clean-up and remediation of any chemical/compound spills they made.
8. Upon arrival vendor shall sign in on vendor visitor log and record work performed.
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