Grounds Maintenance Services

Solicitation FA448626Q0013 is a Request for Quotation for non-personal grounds maintenance services to support the 65th Air Base Group at Lajes Field and associated off-base sites in Praia da Vitoria, Azores, Portugal. The government seeks a single firm-fixed-price contract to maintain improved, semi-improved, and unimproved grounds, with a scope of work including mowing, edging, debris removal, fertilization, lawn renovation, and tree and shrub pruning or removal. The contract structure consists of a base period from February 1, 2027, to January 31, 2028, with multiple option periods extending the total potential duration up to 66 months. The acquisition is open to small businesses and unrestricted offerors. Proposals must be submitted electronically by October 26, 2026, at 14:00 Azores Time, organized into three volumes: Technical, Price, and Administrative. The technical evaluation is conducted on a pass/fail basis across experience, approach, and a Quality Control Plan, while the award will be granted to the responsible offeror deemed most advantageous based on price and other factors, with the Total Evaluated Price calculated in Euro currency. Contractors are required to utilize the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing and must provide a detailed accident reporting and liability plan, including Portuguese Civil Liability insurance for major damages. While a Portuguese legal entity is not mandated, contractors must coordinate base access for personnel and vehicles through the contracting officer. Performance is monitored via weekly Work Performed Reports and a mandatory Quality Control Plan covering specific performance objectives.