F--BEACH DUNE PLANT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION AT FWS HOBE

Solicitation 140FS326Q0114 is a Firm Fixed Price request for quotation issued by the Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service for vegetation management and restoration at the Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge. The project focuses on approximately 2,700 square feet of coastal dune area, requiring the selective removal of coin vine and sea grape to improve views from an ADA-accessible overlook while maintaining dune stability. Following removal, the contractor must install between 800 and 2,000 native dune plants, such as sea oats and sea lavender, using 3-gallon containers. The period of performance extends from the date of award through August 31, 2027, with potential government options to extend services or the contract term by up to six months. This opportunity is set aside for Small Businesses under NAICS code 561730. Award decisions will be based on a best value trade-off process, evaluating technical capability, past performance, and price. Offerors are required to provide a UEI number, a capability narrative, and pricing. The contract is subject to various federal regulations, including Service Contract Labor Standards and specific wage determinations for Martin and St. Lucie counties in Florida. All payment requests must be submitted electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform. Compliance requirements include strict adherence to the Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct, as well as prohibitions on certain foreign telecommunications and software entities.