Grounds Maintenance Services, Union Village Dam, Thetford, VT

Solicitation

This solicitation, W912WJ26QA073, is for Grounds Maintenance and Cleaning Services at Union Village Dam, Thetford, Vermont, issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The contract will be awarded to the responsible vendor whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, considering technical, price, and past performance.

The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to provide grounds maintenance and cleaning services. Key tasks include:

• Spring Clean-up (East Area and Office Area)

• Aeration (Office Area and East Area)

• Mulching (East Area)

• Picnic Table Placement, Maintenance, and Cleaning

• Grill and Shelter Cleaning

• Fine Mowing and Trimming (Office Area and East Area)

• Rough Lawn Mowing (East Area)

• Roadside Mowing (East and West Areas)

• Restroom Cleaning (East Area)

• Site Maintenance

• Period of Performance: Contract award through December 31, 2026.

• Option Years: Two (2) option years may be exercised.

• NAICS Code: 561730

• Size Standard: $9,500,000.00

• Offer Due Date: April 13, 2026, at 02:00 PM.

• Submission Method: Quotes shall be submitted via email to Jennifer M. Samela.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical, Price, and Past Performance.

• Site Visit: Vendors are encouraged to contact Evan Landon to arrange a site visit.

• Mandatory Survey: A solicitation survey must be completed and returned with quotes.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• Vendors must review "Addendum to 52.212-1" and "Addendum to Evaluation" for detailed instructions and criteria.

• All work must comply with EM 385-1-1 (Safety and Occupational Health Requirements).

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

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

This document outlines the requirements for Grounds Maintenance and Cleaning Services at the Union Village Dam, Thetford, Vermont, for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The scope includes grounds maintenance for various areas within the Union Village Dam property. The maps provided delineate specific areas requiring attention:

• Map 1 (Picnic Areas): Covers grounds maintenance for picnic areas, including Area 1, Area 2, Flagpole Area, and Main Rec. Area. It also indicates buildings, the dam structure, and the USACE boundary.
• Map 2 (Office & East Area): Details grounds maintenance for the Office Area and East Area, showing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers property boundaries, buildings, and dam areas. Specific acreages are noted: Office Fine Mowing Area (5.31 Acres) and East Fine Mowing Area (3.48 Acres).
• Map 3 (East Area & Rough Lawn): Further defines the East Area and Rough Lawn, showing property boundaries and specific lawn areas. It reiterates the acreages for Office Fine Mowing and East Fine Mowing.
• Map 4 (East Area): Provides an additional view of the East Area, highlighting property boundaries and areas designated for maintenance.

The document specifies "Grounds Maintenance 2026," suggesting the period of performance relates to this year. The location is Union Village Dam, Thetford, Vermont.

While detailed tasks are not listed in the provided maps, the document implies a need for regular grounds maintenance, including mowing (specified as "Fine Mowing" in certain areas) and general upkeep of picnic and recreational zones. Specific requirements would be detailed in the full Performance Work Statement, which these maps supplement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Solicitation Survey" intended to gather essential information from potential bidders to assess their qualifications and capabilities for an upcoming solicitation. It must be completed and submitted with the bidder's quote to be considered for the opportunity.

• Company Information: Name, SAM CAGE Code, address, POC details, and type of business.
• Experience: Years of experience in services, as a prime contractor/subcontractor, and specifically on Federal Government contracts. Includes questions about past failures to complete work.
• Key Personnel: Minimum and maximum number of employees, whether employees are regularly on payroll, and the number of employees anticipated for the project.
• Subcontracting: Information on prime contractors hiring subcontractors, including name and location, and a requirement to attach teaming arrangement documentation.
• Employee Experience: Details on employees who will perform the work, including their current position and years of experience.
• Certificates/Licenses: A list of required certifications (First Aid/CPR, Competent Person in Fall Protection, Rope Access, etc.) for which vendors must provide certificates or a plan for obtaining them. Vendors are explicitly instructed not to edit this section.
• References and Past Performance: Requirements for providing at least three (3) contract references within the past three years, similar in size and complexity to the scope of work. Government contracts are preferred.
• Statement Certification: A certification by an official representative of the company attesting to the accuracy of the provided information.

This form is critical for bidders to complete accurately and thoroughly. It directly impacts the government's ability to evaluate their suitability for the contract. Failure to provide complete information may result in disqualification. The government may contact references to verify capabilities.