Lawn Maintenance for the Koen Federal Building -Russellville AR

This solicitation, numbered 12444026Q0061, is a combined synopsis and Request for Quotation for lawn maintenance services at the Koen Federal Building and associated facilities in Russellville, Arkansas, issued under FAR Part 12 as a commercial acquisition. The procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 561730 with a size standard of $9.5 million, and only small business concerns are eligible to respond. The contract structure consists of a one-year base period beginning June 1, 2026, and four one-year option periods extending through May 31, 2031, with each option exercisable upon 30-day notice. Services include weekly mowing during the growing season, performed during non-business hours, with additional optional services such as watering, fertilization, and herbicide applications available across the option periods. Performance is governed by a Performance Work Statement, with inspections and acceptance occurring at the delivery site in Russellville, Arkansas. The acquisition follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable evaluation method, prioritizing the lowest-priced offer that meets minimum technical acceptability and has acceptable or neutral past performance. Quotations must be submitted electronically by May 11, 2026, to the designated point of contact, and must include all required representations, certifications, and attachments, including a completed Schedule of Items and Relevant Experience Questionnaire. All contractors must comply with a broad array of federal regulatory requirements, including full adherence to labor standards with a wage determination of $14.67 per hour for ground maintenance, employment eligibility verification via E-Verify, personal identity verification for personnel, and strict cybersecurity protocols under clauses governing information system safeguards and security prohibitions. The contract mandates compliance with ethical standards, anti-discrimination and DEI policies, and prohibits contracting with entities having delinquent tax debts or felony convictions. Fast payment procedures and accelerated payment incentives for small business subcontractors are incorporated, reinforcing financial flow to the small business community. While no specific packaging, marking, or invoicing platform details are provided, invoices must conform to FAR 52.212-4 terms and be submitted to the designated administrative office in Atlanta, Georgia. Offerors must hold a current UEI in SAM.gov, be registered as a small business, and affirm compliance with all applicable representations and certifications, including those related to business ethics, subcontractor restrictions, and environmental standards for biobased products and ozone-de