F--GRTE INVASIVE PLANT BACKPACK TREATMENTS

This contract is an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) award for invasive plant treatment using backpack herbicide application within Grand Teton National Park, issued under solicitation 140P1426Q0068 with amendments 0001 and 0002. The work is strictly limited to small businesses, structured as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 561730 with a size standard of $9.5 million in annual receipts. Performance spans a base year from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027, with two optional one-year periods extending the contract to a maximum duration of three years, subject to government exercise. The minimum guaranteed value is $50,000 for the initial task order, with a contract ceiling of $349,000 across all periods, with pricing structured on a per-acre basis without specified unit rates. Work occurs annually between June 1 and July 15, focusing on targeted application of herbicides to invasive species listed in Wyoming state and Teton County priority weed lists, with a strict requirement of at least 90% efficacy verified through 1/16-acre monitoring plots using ocular inspection. Contractors must submit daily logs and electronic treatment data within 14 days of completion, and failure to meet standards triggers mandatory rework at contractor expense. All personnel involved in herbicide application must hold valid Wyoming Commercial Pesticide Applicators Licenses, with a licensed site manager overseeing operations and requiring prior experience in noxious weed management and supervision. Contractors must demonstrate GPS tracking capability, submit employee certifications before each task order begins, and ensure all equipment and vehicles are thoroughly cleaned and weed-free before entering park lands. A requirement to provide a picture of the UTV used for transport is mandatory, and all chemical containers must be secured to prevent spills, with MSDS sheets carried on-site during operations. Proposals are evaluated on price, technical capability, and prior experience with no disclosed weights or ratings, suggesting a trade-off selection process. Invoicing must be done through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), and all submissions are required electronically via email to Sharon LaRosa with a strict deadline of May 21, 2026. The scope is governed by the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan, and the government retains full authority to accept or reject performance based on efficacy, documentation, and compliance with environmental and safety