Arborist and Invasive Insect Control Blanket Purchase Agreement, Naugatuck River Basin, locations throughout CT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District is soliciting firm-fixed-price quotes for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide arborist and invasive insect control services throughout the Naugatuck River Basin in Connecticut. The solicitation (W912WJ26QA012) seeks qualified contractors capable of furnishing all labor, equipment, and supplies necessary to deliver these services across multiple project locations. Contractors must demonstrate at least three years of experience in invasive insect control and professional arborist services, with the ability to identify invasive insects and associated damage. The government will award up to three BPAs based on lowest price evaluation criteria that considers the contractor's ability to meet required timeframes. Quotes must be submitted via email to Contract Specialist Jennifer Samela by December 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with pricing structured according to the provided bid schedule.

This procurement is set-aside exclusively for small business vendors under NAICS code 561730 (Landscaping Services) with a size standard of $9.5 million, and all vendors must maintain an active SAM.gov registration at the time of submission to be considered responsive. The BPA master limit is $250,000 with a 36-month period of performance from the award date, though no single BPA call may exceed $25,000 in total cost and contractor-furnished materials are limited to $5,000 per call. The services will be performed across seven primary locations in Connecticut, including Black Rock Lake, Northfield Brook Lake, Thomaston Dam, Colebrook River Lake, Goshen Radio Tower, Hancock Brook Lake, Hop Brook Lake, and Stamford Hurricane Barrier. The government is obligated only to the extent of authorized purchases actually made under the BPA, meaning the $250,000 master limit represents the maximum potential value rather than a guaranteed award amount. Scope of work includes arborist office and field activities, tree maintenance and repair, chemical treatment for invasive insects, and installation of trees, shrubs, and herbaceous materials.