Sector Humboldt Bay Grounds Maintenance Service

The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Humboldt Bay is requesting proposals for grounds maintenance services covering approximately 8 acres at its McKinleyville, California facility, with proposals due May 19, 2026. The contractor must hold active California State Contractor Licenses for Landscaping (C-27) and Tree Service (C-61/D-49), a State of California Qualified Applicator License, and a Humboldt County Agriculture Department Chemical Applicator License, with all licenses remaining current throughout the contract term.

The scope includes grass cutting and mowing (twice monthly, year-round, with completion within two days and grass maintained between 1.5 and 4 inches), trimming, edging, plant and shrub pruning, surface drainage maintenance, leaf removal, weed control, and surfaced area sweeping. The contractor provides all personnel, management, supervision, materials, supplies, equipment, tools, and transportation. Work is performed Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at 1001 Lycoming Avenue, McKinleyville, California 95519. The contractor is responsible for debris removal and disposal in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and must submit Material Safety Data Sheets for hazardous materials prior to use. All contractor personnel require photo identification and Coast Guard security approval; advance notification is required for all personnel and deliveries.

The contract consists of a 6-month base period from October 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027, followed by four optional 12-month renewal periods extending through March 31, 2031. Monthly walk-through inspections with the Coast Guard Housing Representative are required. Contractors must conduct a site investigation; site visits may be arranged by contacting DCC Chris Ybarra at (707) 839-6137. The contractor shall maximize procurement of materials within a 500-mile radius of the project site when feasible.