FY26/27 Dillon Ranger District Office Snow Removal/Plowing
Overview
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Set Aside
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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, specifically the FOREST SERVICE sub-tier, is soliciting proposals for Snow Removal/Plowing services for the Dillon Ranger District Office within the White River National Forest for FY26/27. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Quotations are due by May 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
This combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) is for non-personnel snow plowing, shoveling, and removal services for paved and gravel areas, including parking lots and sidewalks. Services are triggered by snowfall accumulation of 3 inches or greater within a 12-hour period, verified by a third-party service. Key requirements include clearing snow to bare pavement/gravel, ensuring no trailing windrows, keeping parking spaces clear, not blocking dumpsters, and protecting landscaping and utilities. Services must be completed by 7:00 AM daily, seven days a week, with primary traffic ways cleared throughout the day as needed.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Priced Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: 1 Base Year (August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027) with 4 Option Years, not to exceed 5 years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 561790 (Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings) with a Small Business Size Standard of $9 Million.
- Product Service Code: S218 (Snow Removal/Salt Service)
- Quotations Due: May 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM Mountain Time
- Questions Due: May 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM Mountain Time
- Published Date: May 13, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, not necessarily the lowest-priced offeror. Evaluation will be based on Technical Approach, Price, and Past Performance. Offerors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive and provide a detailed explanation of their ability to meet schedule requirements. Prices must be held firm for 90 calendar days.
Additional Notes
Attachments include the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), and Wage Determination. Questions should be emailed to Steven.Dahlgren@usda.gov. A site visit can be arranged by contacting COR Steven Smith.