127EAS24Q0035 HUD Herbicide Release

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(i)        This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(ii)       This solicitation is issued as an Request for Quotation (RFQ). 

(iii)      The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2024-02. 

(iv)      This procurement is set aside for total small business.  The NAICS code is 115310 and the Small Business Size Standard is $11.5 Million.

(v) Schedule of Items/Price Schedule

Project Description: HUD Herbicide Release

Vendor Name: __________________________________Vendor UEI:___________________

Item    Supplies/Services                    Qty              Unit of Issue         Unit Price          Total Price

0001   Unit P010                                    61                 AC

0002   Unit P011                                    23                 AC

0003   Unit P021                                   149                AC

0004   Unit P022                                    61                 AC

0005   Unit Q002B                                248                AC

0006   Unit Q007                                   33                 AC

0007   Unit Q010                                   24                 AC

0008   Unit Q014                                   24                 AC

0009   Unit L008                                    68                AC

0010   Unit R008                                    9                 AC

0011   Unit R016                                   38                 AC

0012   Unit R021                                   21                 AC

0013   Unit R046                                   233               AC

0014   Unit S001                                   282               AC

0015   Unit T005                                   116               AC

0016   Unit T006                                    461              AC

0017   Unit T011                                    198              AC

Schedule Notes: 

1.  One award will be made from this solicitation, contractors must submit pricing for all items.

(vi) Description of Requirement (including a list of any attachments)

Description of Work: The intent of this contract is to secure services for ground, broadcast spray application of herbicides according to the attached specifications. The goal of this contract is to control woody shrubs, grasses and forbs, to provide a suitable environment for the survival and growth of planted conifers.

Contractor Responsibility: The Contractor shall provide everything-including, but not limited to, all equipment, supplies, transportation, labor, and supervision-necessary to complete the project, except for that which the contract clearly states is to be furnished by the Government.

Before work may begin the Contractor shall designate, in writing, at least one person on site with authority to act in case of the Contractor’s absence from the work site. The Contractor shall list the extent of authority this representative will have on the job. The Contractor or authorized representative shall be on the project area whenever work is in progress and shall act as a non-working supervisor. In the absence of the Contractor, this authorized representative shall receive orders and instructions from the Contracting Officer and shall take such action as is required to keep the job in progress under the terms of the contract. The Contractor and authorized representative(s) shall have an oral command of both the English language and the language common to the crew(s).

See attachments for additional information.

Attachment 01 Specifications

Attachment 02 HUD Herb Rel Data Table

Attachment 03 Maps

Attachment 04 Wage Determination

Attachment 05 HUD Addendum

Attachment 06 Schedule of Items

(vii) Date(s) and Place(s) of Delivery and Acceptance/Location

Period of Performance: Estimated Start Date, March 24th.  33 day period of performance.

Location:The project is located on the Stanislaus National Forest, Groveland Ranger District.

Description:The area for herbicide release treatment is within the 2013 Rim Fire. Ground to be treated is comprised of grass, forbs and small brush. Snags are scattered throughout unit.

Exclusions (Non-Work Areas): Known exclusion areas are flagged within the work areas and are labeled CA on unit maps. See Unit Maps for CA location.

Accessibility:All work areas are accessible by standard pickup. Four-wheel drive vehicles may be beneficial in improving the access points of any given treatment unit. It is the Contractor's responsibility to reach the work site when it is ready for treatment. The Contracting Officer will determine the access routes which may be used.

Any prospective contractor desiring an explanation or interpretation of the solicitation, drawings, specifications, etc., must request it in writing from the Contracting Officer soon enough to allow a reply to reach all prospective contractors before the solicitation closing date. Oral explanations or instructions given before the award of a contract will not be binding.

(xiv) Defense Priorities and Allocation System (DPAS) Rating:  N/A

(xv) Date, Time, and Place Offers are due

            21 March 2024, 3:00 P.M. PT

            Only electronic quotes will be accepted.  Email quotes to robert.briney@usda.gov

(xvi) Government Point of Contact

            Robert Briney

            Robert.briney@usda.gov