Grounds Maintenance Services in Support of 3 U.S. Army Reserve Centers in Gaithersburg, MD, Riverdale, MD, and Rockville, MD

SOL #: W15QKN26QA105Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W6QK ACC-PICA
PICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, United States

Place of Performance

Gaithersburg, MD

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services (S208)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
May 7, 2026
2
Response Deadline
May 14, 2026, 5:00 PM

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 United States Army Contracting Command - New Jersey (ACC-NJ), on behalf of the 99th Readiness Division (RD), has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Grounds Maintenance Services at three U.S. Army Reserve Centers (USARCs) in Gaithersburg, Riverdale, and Rockville, Maryland. This is a follow-on requirement to identify qualified sources, both small and large businesses, for future acquisition planning. The current incumbent is CURB APPEAL SERVICES INC. Responses are due by May 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for comprehensive grounds maintenance services to ensure a clean, neat, and professional appearance at the MG Benjamin L. Hunton Memorial USARC (Gaithersburg, MD013), Prince Georges County Memorial USARC (Riverdale, MD020), and Maus Warfield USARC (Rockville, MD021). Services, as detailed in the DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS), include:

  • Mowing, edging, and trimming of grass and turf areas.
  • Spring and fall cleanup.
  • Weeding and maintenance of planting beds.
  • Pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs. Specific performance standards include grass cutting height (2-3 inches), clippings removal within 4 hours, and mowing frequency (approximately every 14 days). Detailed site maps for each location (MD013, MD020, MD021) provide specific square footage and linear footage for mowing, trimming, and edging, which are crucial for understanding the physical scope.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • NAICS Code: 561730 - Landscaping Services (Small Business Size Standard: $9.5 Million)
  • Anticipated Contract Structure: Firm Fixed Price, with one base year and four twelve-month option periods.
  • Response Due: May 14, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
  • Published Date: May 7, 2026

Submission Requirements

Interested parties must submit the following via email to nancy.m.zeng.civ@army.mil:

  • Company Name, Address, Point of Contact (Name, Phone, Email), NAICS Code, UEI Number, CAGE Code, and Socio-Economic Size Status.
  • Acknowledgement of clear understanding of all tasks specified in the DRAFT SOW.
  • Confirmation of full capabilities to complete the required work.
  • A Capability Statement (not to exceed 2 pages) detailing previous related work.

Additional Notes

This is not a solicitation and does not obligate the Government to award a contract or pay for information submitted. Site visits are strongly recommended to accurately assess the work involved. Contractor personnel must communicate in English and comply with security requirements, including AT Level 1 Training and OPSEC Training. The contractor will be responsible for refuse disposal and liability for Government property damage.

People

Points of Contact

Nancy ZengPRIMARY
Katie LyonsSECONDARY

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