TX-south texas refuge complex-grounds maintenance

This solicitation seeks quotations for hazardous fuels reduction and removal services along approximately 24 acres of existing fire breaks on the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge in Alamo, Texas. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service requires mechanical and chemical treatment of woody and non-woody vegetation overhanging the fuel breaks. Quotes will be evaluated using lowest price technically acceptable procedures, with submissions due no later than July 22, 2022.

The performance period is five years starting in September 2022, including one base year and four option years. The opportunity is set aside for small businesses and involves maintaining trails and fuel breaks using herbicides and machinery. Pricing shall be provided on a firm fixed price per acre basis for a total of 24.28 acres. Place of performance will be at the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge located in the South Texas cities of Alamo, Hidalgo, Cameron, and Starr counties.