NM-refuge operations- mulching/mowing

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a small business contractor to perform mulching and mowing services at San Bernard and Big Boggy National Wildlife Refuges in Texas. The primary objective is to shred vegetation on 294.1 acres, with all vegetation 3 inches in diameter and smaller to be mowed down to 16 inches above mineral soil inside designated units. The contractor must use a rubber-tired tractor with a minimum 100 hp and 15ft bat wing mower, and provide GPS tracking of daily work. Evaluation will be based on best value, considering the ability to meet the Statement of Work, past performance, and price. Offers are due by March 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM EDT, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for March 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM at 6801 County Road 306, Brazoria, TX.

This solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 561730 with a size standard of $9.5M. The contract period of performance is from September 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026, with work strictly prohibited during the breeding season from March 1 to August 31. Contractors must comply with specific black rail habitat management practices, including slow speeds of 1-2 mph and linear clearing patterns. The work locations include areas along County Road 262 in Matagorda County and the Rail Pond Road intersection with CR 306. Contractors are required to pressure wash equipment before entering refuge property and must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, and materials. The technical point of contact is David Chisolm, and quotes should be submitted via email to Contract Specialist Renee Babineau.