Willamette Valley Project (WVP) Rough Mow Services

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation W9127N26QA061, dated 14 APR 2026, provides updated submission requirements and clarifies contract terms.

• Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services: Miscellaneous text has been added.

• Submission of Price Quote: Contractors must submit the following in one copy:

  • Signed and dated Standard Form 1449
  • Signed and dated Standard Form 30 (if applicable)
  • Completed schedule (pricing information)
  • Completed Offeror's Experience Form
  • Completed Subcontracting Information Form
  • Equipment list for vegetation maintenance and ODF fire waiver requirements (including pump details).

• Non-Responsive Quotes: Quotes not in compliance with qualification requirements will be deemed non-responsive.

• Pricing: The unit price for each contract line item (CLIN) must be inclusive of all administrative and shipping costs.

• Quote Validity: Prices quoted must be valid for 30 days from the solicitation due date.

• Contract Type: Solicitation will result in a fixed-price contract.

• Business Hours: Standard business hours for the Portland District, Corps of Engineers are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding federal holidays.

• Bidder Inquiry: All inquiries must be submitted via email to Raymie.L.Briddell@usace.army.mil. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Bidders are encouraged to submit inquiries promptly.

• The effective date of this amendment is 01 MAY 2026.

• The government will award one contract based on best value.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT" for Lane County, Oregon. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work subject to the Service Contract Act.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles (e.g., Administrative Support, Automotive Service, Health Occupations, Information Technology, etc.).
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing".
• Details specific benefits such as Health & Welfare ($5.55/hour or $5.09/hour for EO 13706), Vacation (based on years of service), and Holidays (eleven paid holidays).
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), and their applicability.
• Outlines the process for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates (Conformance Process).

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing services under a government contract in Lane County, Oregon. It establishes the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees, directly impacting the cost proposal and overall bid competitiveness. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Offeror Experience Form," designed to collect information about an offeror's past performance on relevant projects. It is used to assess the offeror's experience and capability to perform the work required by the solicitation.

• Factor Title: Past Performance
• Name of Offeror: To be filled in by the offeror.
• Project Title: Name of the reference project.
• Contract/Project Number: Associated contract or project number.
• Project Location: Location where the project was performed.
• Total Contract Value: The total value of the contract (final if completed, current if ongoing).
• Value of Subcontract: If the offeror acted as a subcontractor, the value of that subcontract.
• Phase Start Date: The start date of the project phase.
• Phase Completion Date: The completion date (actual or anticipated).
• Name of Customer/Client: The name of the client for the project.
• Telephone Number of Customer/Client: Contact number for the client.
• Email Address of Customer/Client: Email address for the client.
• Description of Project's Scope: A summary of the work performed.
• Offeror's role and responsibility: Details on whether the firm acted as a prime or subcontractor.
• Relevancy of the reference project: A description of how this project relates to the current solicitation's scope.

Bidders must complete this form to provide evidence of their past performance and experience. The information submitted will be used by the government to evaluate the offeror's ability to successfully execute the requirements of the current opportunity.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document comprises a series of maps that visually delineate specific areas designated for rough mowing and fire line maintenance across various reservoir locations, including Cottage Grove, Dorena Lake, Fern Ridge, and Fall Creek. These maps are essential for bidders to understand the physical scope and precise locations of potential work.

• Map Series: The document contains multiple maps, numbered sequentially from 01 through 65, each focusing on distinct geographic areas or units.
• Designated Areas: Specific work zones are identified with alphanumeric codes (e.g., DR FL1, CG 2, FR 8, FR 17) and often include associated acreage.
• Legend: A consistent legend across the maps defines symbols for:
  • Rough Mow Units
  • Fire Lines (typically 10 feet wide)
  • Rough Mow Access routes (often indicated by yellow lines)
  • Wetlands & Sensitive Areas (indicated by blue hatching)
  • Hazards (indicated by red cross-hatching or specific notes like 'ditches and ruts' or 'weed whacker only')
  • Gates
• Spatial Reference: Maps include scale bars and north arrows for orientation.
• Specific Notes: Some maps contain additional instructions or warnings, such as "Note: 10' mow line on either side of access road" or "Hazard: debris piles can change, mow area with caution."

These maps are critical for bidders to accurately assess the scope of work, plan operational logistics, identify access points, and recognize potential hazards or sensitive environmental areas. Understanding these visual details is essential for estimating effort, preparing proposals, and ensuring compliance with the requirements for rough mowing and fire line maintenance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for rough mowing and fire precaution mowing services within the Willamette Valley Project locations in western Oregon. The USACE, Portland District, requires these services to manage open grassland areas for the benefit of wildlife and plants, typically mowed once per year in the fall to maintain open vegetation and prevent encroachment by trees, shrubs, and blackberry canes. Fire precaution mowing involves managing lines and entire areas before fire season.

• Rough Mowing: Areas are managed as open grassland, typically mowed once per year in the fall.

• Fire Precaution Mowing: Involves managing lines and entire areas before fire season.

• Specific areas and approximate mow dates are detailed for various locations (e.g., Dorena, Bake Stewart Park, Fern Ridge, etc.) across multiple CLINs.

• Product Service Code: S208

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS): 561730

• Solicitation Number: W9127N26QA061

• Solicitation Issue Date: April 14, 2026

• Offer Due Date: May 07, 2026, 03:00 PM

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (per CLIN)

• Period of Performance: Multiple CLINs have periods of performance extending through December 31, 2026, with some option periods extending further.

• Offers are due by May 07, 2026, at 03:00 PM.

• Evaluation will be based on the "best value" approach, considering price and other factors.

• Key evaluation factors include Past Performance, Technical Capability, and Quote Price.

• Past performance will be evaluated based on data from various sources, with a recency of three years.

• Technical capability will be assessed based on the offeror's understanding of the PWS and ability to perform.

• Price analysis will be used to determine the reasonableness of the total evaluated price.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 561730, Size Standard: USD 9,500,000.00

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award.

• A mandatory notarized letter process is required for SAM registrants updating their record.

• Federal, State, and Local Taxes are not reimbursable; contractors are responsible for claiming exemptions.

• FAR 52.212-1 "Instructions to Offerors" and "Submission of Price Quote" instructions must be followed.

• Quotes must be valid for 30 days from the solicitation due date.

• The contract will be a fixed-price contract.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This PWS outlines requirements for rough mowing and fire precaution mowing services within the Willamette Valley Project (WVP) in Linn & Lane County, Oregon. The goal is to maintain open grassland for wildlife and plants, and manage fire lines.

• Rough Mowing: Annual mowing of approximately 177.7 acres across 30 units at Cottage Grove, Dorena, Fall Creek, Fern Ridge, and Foster Reservoirs. Mowing is typically done in the fall.

• Fire Line Mowing: Management of lines and areas before fire season, covering 28 lines at 2 reservoirs.

• Optional Mowing: Includes 4 separate options for additional rough mowing units, potentially adding up to 251.8 acres in the base year and more in option years.

• Rough Mowing Height: 8-12 inches (6-14 inches over rocky ground).

• Fire Line Mowing Height: 4-7 inches.

• Vegetation Management: Prevent encroachment by trees and shrubs; specific care required for trees >4 inches DBH.

• Equipment Standards: Industrial grade, well-maintained, safety-approved, equipped with safety chains, turf-type wheels, and spark arrestors.

• Invasive Species Control: Strict protocols for cleaning equipment to prevent the spread of invasive plants.

• Clipping Management: Even distribution of clippings; no disposal on adjacent areas.

• Damage Prevention: Minimize damage to land, trees, shrubs, turf, and facilities.

• Quality Assurance: 95% of areas must meet specifications for mowing height, fire line width, and clearing. No more than 3 trees/shrubs damaged due to contractor negligence. Zero accidents due to contractor safety failures.

• Period of Performance: Base year from award to Dec 31, 2026. Includes four option years through Dec 31, 2030.

• Mowing Window: July 1 to November 15 (extension to Nov 30 possible), weather permitting.

• Locations: Cottage Grove Reservoir, Dorena Reservoir, Fall Creek Reservoir, Fern Ridge Reservoir, and Foster Reservoir.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed priced, base plus four option years.

• Safety: Compliance with EM 385-1-1, development of Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) and Accident Prevention Plan (APP).

• Security: Employee background checks, AT Level I training, suspicious activity reporting training, E-Verify screening.

• Environmental: Prevent spread of invasive species, proper disposal of waste, no discharge of hazardous substances.

• Reporting: Monthly schedule submission, invoice submission, accident/injury reports.

• Insurance: Specific requirements for Workman's Compensation, Comprehensive General Liability, and Automobile Liability.

• Identification: Contractor employees must wear uniforms and name tags; vehicles must be identified.

• Government Points of Contact: COR (Andre Jovanovic), QAE (Claire Bennett).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5587, Revision No. 27) for Linn County, Oregon. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for federal contracts performed in this geographic area.

• Lists numerous occupational classifications, including administrative support, automotive service, food preparation, health occupations, technical occupations, and more.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Details required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates and Paid Sick Leave provisions (EO 13706).
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 and 13658, outlining requirements for paid sick leave and minimum wage rates for federal contractors.
• Outlines the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (conformance process) if a required occupation is not listed.

This wage determination is critical for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for any service contract opportunity in Linn County, Oregon. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums to be compliant. Failure to adhere to these rates can lead to non-compliance and potential disqualification.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing detailed pricing information for Rough Mow Services, associated with solicitation W9127N26QA061. It outlines various CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers) and SLINs (Sub-Line Item Numbers) for different mowing services and locations, along with their respective periods of performance, quantities, units of measure, and pricing arrangements.

• CLINs/SLINs: Differentiates between Fire Line Mowing, Rough Mow, and Optional Rough Mowing services.
• Locations: Specifies various areas within Dorena (DOR), Fern Ridge (FRN), Cottage Grove (CTG), Fall Creek (FCR), and Foster (FOS) for mowing.
• Acreage: Details the approximate acreage for each specific mowing task.
• Period of Performance (POP): Indicates the start and end dates for each service period, primarily covering 2026 through 2030, with specific mowing dates (e.g., July 1st, August 15th, September 15th, October 1st).
• Pricing Arrangement: All listed services are under a 'Firm Fixed Price' arrangement.
• Option Years: The pricing sheet includes details for base year services and four option years (2027-2030).

Bidders must use this document to understand the scope of work in terms of locations, acreage, and timing for rough mowing services. It is crucial for developing accurate pricing proposals. Bidders are instructed to complete Column K, 'Unit Price', for each line item. The document also highlights areas with known high-priority weed infestations, which may require specific attention.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a form (Attachment 0007_AHA_Eng_Form_6206_Sep 2024 - FINAL.pdf) that requires Adobe Reader 8 or higher for viewing. It may be related to engineering forms or specific data collection for the opportunity.

• The document is a PDF file.
• It is identified as "AHA Eng Form 6206" and dated September 2024.

Bidders may need to download and view this form to understand specific data requirements, submission formats, or administrative details pertinent to the opportunity. Ensure Adobe Reader 8 or a compatible version is installed to access its content.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "SUBCONTRACTING INFORMATION FORM" that requires bidders to provide details about their subcontracting plans for the opportunity. It is used to capture information regarding the prime contractor's self-performance and any planned use of subcontractors.

• Self-Performing: Bidders must indicate the percentage of work they will perform with their own forces.
• Subcontractor(s): If subcontractors are to be used, bidders must list:
  • Name of Subcontractor
  • Address
  • Business Size (Small or Large, based on NAICS provided in the solicitation)
  • Socio-economic Category (e.g., WOSB, EDWOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), SDVOSB)
  • Percentage of Work to be Completed by Sub-Contractor
• If no subcontractors are planned, bidders should write "NONE".

This form is critical for bidders to complete as part of their proposal submission. It directly addresses subcontracting requirements and goals, which are often a key evaluation factor or a mandatory compliance element for government contracts. Accurate completion is necessary to demonstrate compliance with small business subcontracting objectives.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

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