Lawn Mowing & Landscaping Services Needed for the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Supervisor's Office

The Department of Agriculture Forest Service seeks lawn mowing and landscaping services for the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Rhinelander Supervisor's Office, with quotations due May 29 by 10:00 AM EST and technical or administrative questions due May 18. The procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 561730.

Place of performance is Rhinelander, Wisconsin at 500 Hanson Lake Road. The 2.89-acre property requires maintenance of approximately one-third grassy areas and hardscape features from June through September annually. Services include grass seeding and fertilizing to maintain 2.5" to 3.5" grass height, weed removal from walkways and patio areas within one-week intervals, weekly pickup of woody debris 3/8" or larger, and hardscape cleaning. All work must be performed during non-business hours, outside Monday–Friday 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A valid Commercial Pesticide Applicator license is required when applicable, and any chemical products require prior Contracting Officer Representative approval.

The contract structure is firm fixed price, consisting of one one-year base period (June 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027) and four one-year option periods extending through May 31, 2031. Award will be made using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology, evaluating proposals on Technical Capability (Acceptable/Unacceptable), Past Performance (Acceptable/Unacceptable/Neutral), and Price. Applicable wage determination for grounds maintenance laborers is $19.31 per hour under Service Contract Act Labor Standards. FAR clause 52.222-90 applies, prohibiting racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion activities. Quotations must be submitted via email to Michael.Wheelock@usda.gov with completed Schedule of Items and supporting documentation of technical capability and past performance.