Big Muddy NFWR Diversification Prairie Planting

This solicitation seeks proposals to plant 140 acres of proposed and 60 acres of completed native grass and wildflower seeding across two parcels owned by the Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge in Missouri. The Department of Interior Fish and Wildlife Service aims to diversify existing grasslands through additional planting of native grasses, forbs, and legumes. Offerors must visit the sites, verify applicable wage determinations, and submit proposals by January 15, 2024. Award will be made based on a best value determination considering technical approach, ability to meet the statement of work, past performance records, and pricing for the period of February 1, 2024 through June 5, 2024.

There is no set-aside designated for this opportunity. The NAICS code is 561730 and PSC code Q202. Seeding must be completed across 200 total acres located in the Overton Bottoms South Winter Unit by May 31, 2024. Wage determinations outline rates for over 100 occupations ranging from administrative to construction positions. Contractors must pay applicable wages according to the Service Contract Act and associated executive orders.