Grounds Maintenance Services, Westville Lake, Southbridge, MA

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - New England District is seeking a small business contractor to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance services for the Westville Lake Project in Southbridge, Massachusetts. The solicitation (W912WJ25Q0072) requires a contractor to furnish all equipment, materials, labor, and transportation for maintaining 28.3 acres of land, which includes 13.4 acres of weekly lawn mowing, 1.6 acres of monthly lawn mowing, and 13.3 acres of annual mowing. Additional services include spring and fall cleanups and side arm mowing, all to be completed in strict accordance with the Performance Work Statement. All vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov at the time of submission, and quotes are due by 2:00 PM on April 7, 2025. The contract will be evaluated based on compliance with the solicitation requirements, vendor qualifications, and the ability to meet the specified maintenance standards.

The contract is a total small business set-aside with a NAICS code of 561730 and a small business size standard of $9.5 million. The previous contract was awarded to Brown Point Facility Management Solutions, LLC for $74,850, which provides a benchmark for potential contract value. The base contract period will run from award to March 31, 2026, with two optional one-year extensions available. The place of performance is Southbridge, Massachusetts, specifically covering areas around the Westville Lake Project site, including dam sites, recreation areas, and trails. Vendors must complete a detailed bid schedule, provide necessary certifications, and comply with safety, security, and labor standards outlined in the Performance Work Statement. The comprehensive maintenance requirements include precise mowing frequencies, cleanup services, and adherence to specific landscaping guidelines across various designated zones.