Fort Peck Dam Area Mowing and Trimming

Amendment / Modification

This amendment revises Attachment 1, the Price Schedule, with an effective date of 03 APR 2026.

• Attachment 1 Price Schedule (AM0001) has been added.
• The original Attachment 1 Price Schedule has been deleted.
• Miscellaneous text within the "ANTI-TERRORISM / OPERATIONAL SECURITY" section has been modified to include:
  • Attachment 1 Price Schedule AM0001
  • Attachment 2 Performance Work Statement FP Dam Mowing
  • Attachment 3 Wage Determination

This amendment revises the Price Schedule. Bidders should ensure they are using the most current version of Attachment 1 for their proposals. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Price Schedule for "DAM AREA MOWING/ TRIMMING" services provided by the US Army Corps of Engineers. It outlines the pricing structure for different tracts of land requiring mowing and trimming.

• The schedule is broken down by "Base Year" and four "Option Years", each spanning approximately one year.
• Each year has an "Active period of performance" (typically May through September) and an "Inactive period of performance" (typically October through April), during which no services are required.
• The services are categorized into five CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers), each corresponding to a specific tract or area:
  • CLIN 0001: TRACT #1 – SHAFT AREA BUILDINGS & OVERLOOK
  • CLIN 0002: TRACT #2 - SPILLWAY BUILDING AREA & OVERLOOK
  • CLIN 0003: TRACT #3 - YELLOWSTONE ROAD, JEFFERSON ROAD, DAM CREST, MIDDLE ROAD
  • CLIN 0004: TRACT #4 - RELIEF WELL AREA & TOE ROAD
  • CLIN 0005: TRACT #5 - DAM COULEE ROADS & INSTRUMENTATION
• For each CLIN, a "MAX QTY" (maximum quantity) and "UNIT" (EA - Each) are provided. Columns for "UNIT COST $ " and "ANNUAL MAX COST $ " are present but left blank, indicating these are to be filled in by the bidder.
• A note clarifies that the listed quantities are the maximum number of mowings and actual quantities may vary per PWS requirements.

This document is crucial for bidders as it details the specific areas to be mowed, the maximum number of times each area can be mowed per year, and the contract period. Bidders will use this information to calculate their unit costs and total annual maximum costs for their proposals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" for the State of Montana. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work subject to the Service Contract Act. Bidders must use this information to ensure they are meeting federal labor requirements for covered employees.

• Lists specific occupational codes and titles.
• Provides the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing (though specific fringe benefit amounts are detailed in separate notes at the end of the document).
• Covers a wide range of occupations, from administrative support and automotive services to health, information technology, and protective services.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately calculate labor costs when preparing their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage and fringe benefit requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor rates meet or exceed the rates listed for the occupations they intend to use on the contract. It also outlines Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage) and their applicability to federal contractors.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, W9128F26QA031, is for "Professional Appearance" services, specifically "Fort Peck Dam Area Mowing and Trimming Services." The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 561730, with a size standard of $9,500,000.00.

• The primary service required is mowing and trimming within the Fort Peck Dam Area.

• Specific details regarding the scope of work are expected to be found in "Attachment 2 Performance Work Statement FP Dam Mowing."

• Contract personnel will be subject to various security requirements, including general security guidance, Antiterrorism (AT) Level I Training, and physical security and access control procedures.

• Pre-screening of candidates using the E-Verify Program is required.

• The contract type is a Firm Fixed Price arrangement.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated in the provided pages but is implied to be a multi-year contract with options.

• Offer Due Date: April 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time.

• Offers must be submitted electronically unless other arrangements are made.

• Completed offers should be sent to Brandie Murphy (Contract Specialist) and Marc Proietto (Contracting Officer).

• Evaluation factors include Technical (abilities and equipment list), Past Performance (two references from the last three years), and Price. Technical and past performance are considered more important than price.

• Offerors must provide a written narrative of their abilities and a list of relevant equipment.

• Offerors must provide two references for similar mowing services within the past three years.

• The quoted price must be inclusive of all potential costs.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference, covering areas such as:

  • Small business concerns and representations (FAR 52.219-6, 52.219-8, 52.219-28)
  • Service contract labor standards (FAR 52.222-41, 52.222-42, 52.222-43)
  • Employment eligibility verification (FAR 52.222-54)
  • Safeguarding covered defense information and cyber incident reporting (DFARS 252.204-7012)
  • Prohibition on acquisition of covered defense telecommunications equipment or services (DFARS 252.204-7017, 252.204-7018)
  • Instructions to Offerors (FAR 52.212-1) and Evaluation (FAR 52.212-2)

• Key attachments include: Attachment 1 Price Schedule, Attachment 2 Performance Work Statement FP Dam Mowing, and Attachment 3 Wage Determination.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide mowing and trimming services for the Fort Peck Project to ensure safe work areas for employees and quality recreational experiences for the visiting public.

• Mowing and trimming of turf areas.

• Picking up trash or tree limbs in mowing areas.

• Services are non-personal; contractor providers are accountable solely to the contractor.

• Fixed-priced, performance-based contract.

• Mowing height: Maintain turf between 3-6 inches, uniform appearance, free of skips, gaps, rutting, or scalping.

• Trimming: Maintain trimmed areas level with mowed grass height, free of skips, gaps, rutting, or scalping.

• Site Prep: Remove all trash, debris, hoses, branches, and other items prior to mowing.

• Site Cleanup: Keep mowed grass clippings off paved roads, campsite pads, nature trails, concrete sidewalks, concrete pads, and around vault toilets, comfort stations, and roads.

• No more than 3 valid discrepancies or legitimate public complaints within a 30-day period can lead to contract termination.

• Base Year: May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027 (Active: May 1 - Sept 30, 2026)

• Four (4) 12-month Option Years (May 1 - April 30 annually)

• Active performance periods are May 1 through September 30 each year.

• Inactive periods are October 1 through April 30 each year (no services required).

• Services to be performed at various designated areas within the Fort Peck Project, including specific tracts (Tract 1-5) detailed in the document.

• Contractor must furnish all necessary equipment, including mowers (turf-type, finishing cut, with safety features) and trimmers.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required, adhering to EM-385-1-1 standards (reflective vests, eye/ear protection, safety toe footwear).

• Contractor personnel must be qualified and at least 16 years old (operators 18, or 16 if permitted by child labor laws).

• Employees must identify themselves as contractor personnel.

• Required to wear specific dress and safety gear.

• Subcontracting requires written approval.

• Contractor must designate a Quality Control (QC) representative.

• Government will use a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• Environmental protection measures must be followed.

• Compliance with applicable regulations (CFR, EM 385-1-1, OSHA, MUTCD).

• Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) and Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan (APP) required.

• Safety meetings required weekly.

• Contractor responsible for safeguarding government property and repairing any damage.

• Hours of operation: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., except Federal holidays or facility closures.

• Pre-work meeting required with COR.

• Submittals required: Work Plan, Personnel Requirements, Certificate of Insurance, Letter of Authority for supervisor, Quality Control Plan, Safety Procedures.

• E-Verify Program compliance required for pre-screening candidates.

• Payment is monthly upon inspection, acceptance, and approved invoice.

• Insurance requirements include Worker's Compensation, Employer's Liability, Commercial General Liability, and Commercial Automobile Liability with specified minimum amounts.

• Government will provide a location for vegetation disposal.

• Contractor operated vehicle signs will be provided and must be returned.

• Minimum of two (2) employees certified in CPR and first-aid required, with a Red Cross approved first-aid kit.

• Contractor must maintain a daily log of hours worked, tracts mowed/trimmed, and any damages.

• Attachments include Tract Maps, Example Invoice, and Contractor Safety Meeting Worksheet.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Price Schedule for "Dam Area Mowing/Trimming" services at Fort Peck, Montana, for the US Army Corps of Engineers. It outlines the CLINs (Contract Line Items), maximum quantities, units of measure, unit costs, and annual maximum costs for each year of the contract.

• Base Year (01 May 2026 - 30 April 2027): Includes an active period (01 May - 30 Sep 2026) and an inactive period (01 Oct 2026 - 30 Apr 2027).
• Option Years 1-4 (01 May 2027 - 30 April 2031): Each option year also has an active period (01 May - 30 Sep) and an inactive period (01 Oct - 30 Apr).
• CLINs: Detail specific tracts of land for mowing/trimming, including "Shaft Area Buildings & Overlook," "Spillway Building Area & Overlook," various roads, and "Dam Coulee Roads & Instrumentation."
• Maximum Quantities: Specified for each CLIN per year (e.g., 8 EA for Base Year, 6 EA for Option Years).
• Unit Cost & Annual Max Cost: Fields are provided for bidders to fill in.

This schedule is critical for bidders to understand the scope and potential value of the contract. It details the specific areas to be serviced, the maximum number of services (mowings) expected per year, and provides the structure for pricing the services. Bidders will use this to calculate their proposed costs. The note clarifies that listed quantities are maximums and actual quantities may vary per PWS requirements.