Angeles National Forest Pest Control
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The USDA Forest Service, Angeles National Forest, is soliciting quotations for Pest Control and Disinfection Services for its Supervisor's Office and the Little T District Office. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The deadline for submitting quotations has been extended to May 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PT.
Scope of Work
The requirement covers comprehensive pest control and disinfection services for two facilities: the Angeles National Forest Supervisor's Office (approx. 24,515 sq ft) and the Los Angeles Gateway Ranger District Office (Little T District Office, approx. 4,582 sq ft). Services include:
- A baseline assessment and identification of pest infestation factors for the Little T District Office.
- Placement and monitoring of rodent measures (e.g., Interior Tin Cats, Exterior Bait Stations, Interior Glue Boards) at both locations.
- Disinfection and cleaning of the 310 sq ft kitchen area at the Little T District Office, specifically targeting harmful viruses and bacteria like Hantavirus and E.coli using approved disinfectants (e.g., Nisus DSV). The scope includes inside cabinetry, behind heavy appliances, and high-surface areas.
- Monthly monitoring services for both offices for 12 months.
- Contractors are responsible for hauling all contract-generated waste off-site for proper disposal.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 127EAY26Q0068
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 561710 (Pest Control Services)
- Size Standard: $17.5 Million
- Period of Performance: June 15, 2026, through June 14, 2027 (12 months of monitoring after initial installation).
- Site Visit: May 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT at the Supervisor's Office, 701 Santa Anita Avenue, Arcadia, CA 96001.
- Questions Due: May 14, 2026, 12:00 PM PT to Mary.Bosch@usda.gov.
- Quotations Due: May 27, 2026, 5:00 p.m. PT to pps.proposals@usda.gov.
Evaluation & Requirements
Quotations will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, considering Price, Technical Acceptability, and Past Performance. Offerors must be registered in SAM. The Service Contract Act and its associated Wage Determination (2015-5613) apply. Industry certification in Pest Management is sufficient if held by a subcontractor. No specific page limits or preferred formatting are required for technical proposals or Project Manager resumes. There is no incumbent contractor for these services.
Additional Notes
Equivalent disinfectants are permissible if they meet performance standards for Hantavirus and E.coli, and appropriate Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are submitted. The Project Manager is not required to be on-site for each monitoring visit but must be available as needed. Service hours are Monday – Friday, 08:00 am – 04:30 pm.