Hafe hazard tree mitigation

The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a small business contractor to perform hazard tree mitigation and assessment services at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. The solicitation requires a comprehensive tree care operation involving Level 2 tree risk assessments, pruning, removal, and woody debris management across approximately 84 trees located along trails, roads, and park boundaries. Qualified contractors must be certified arborists who can follow ANSI standards, conduct thorough tree assessments with GPS tagging, and manage debris removal while maintaining park aesthetics and visitor safety. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and provide an operational safety plan. Proposals are due electronically by 3:00 pm Eastern on June 16, 2025, to Contracting Officer Robert Adamson, with the submission addressing the detailed requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.

The contract is not set aside for any specific socioeconomic category, though it is targeted at small businesses under NAICS code 561730 with a size standard of $9.5M. The performance period runs from September 16, 2025, to March 28, 2026, covering multiple park locations including Loudoun Heights, Murphy Farm, School House Ridge, and Pennock Way. The tree inventory indicates 196 trees across these locations, with most in dead or poor condition and requiring various interventions such as wildlife snag designation, pruning, or complete removal. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the work and multiple location options suggest a potentially significant contract. The place of performance is Harpers Ferry National Historical Park in West Virginia, with work focused on maintaining visitor safety and preserving the park's natural resources through strategic tree management.