Vegetation Control (Mowing) on the Delta National Forest, National Forests in Mississippi

(I) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (II) This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). Submit written quotes referencing RFQ Number AG-447U-S-15-0034. (III) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-81. (IV) This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 561730 Landscaping Services. The small business size standard is $7.5 million. (V) See the "Schedule of Items." for line item numbers, quantities, and units of measure including options. This solicitation is amended on June 1, 2015, to incorporate Wage Determination 2005-2297. (VI) The contractor shall provide all materials, labor, equipment, tools, transportation, supervision, expertise, and other incidentals necessary, except as otherwise provided, to successfully complete Vegetation Control (Mowing) at locations designated on the Delta National Forest, National Forests on Mississippi, Sharkey County, in accordance with attached and referenced specifications. Services will be provided for a base period from date of award to December 31, 2015 plus two option years. Submission of an offer for the basic contract period constitutes an offer to perform in the option period(s), if exercised. (VII) Mowing Schedule completion dates are; July 15 (All Locations), September 15 (All Locations), October 15 (Locations D, E). (VIII) FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. (IX) FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Offers will be evaluated on price, ability to meet the delivery schedule and past performance. Non-price evaluation factors when combined are less important than cost or price in the award decision. The Government will make one award as a result of this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government and presents the best value, price and other factors considered. (X) The offeror must submit a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items, with their quote or complete the representations and certifications online at www.sam.gov. (XI) The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. (XII) The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following clauses under subparagraph (b) apply: 1, 2, 14, 19, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 38, 40, and 50. The following clauses under subparagraph (c) apply: 2,5,8. (XIII) Additional contract requirement(s) or terms and conditions: AGAR 452.209 - 71 Assurance Regarding Felony Conviction or Tax Delinquent Status For Corporate Applicants, Alternate 1 (Feb 2012) AGAR 452.209 - 70 Representation by Corporations Regarding an Unpaid Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction, Alternate 1 (Feb 2012) Complete Attachment 1 and return with offer. FAR 52.216-18 ORDERING (OCT 95) FAR 52.217-9 Option To Extend the Term of the Contract (Mar 2000) AGAR 452.228-71 Insurance Coverage. (NOV 1996) FAR 52.232-18 Availability of Funds. (APR 1984) FAR 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts (SEP 2013) FAR 52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements. (APR 1994) AGAR 452.236-73 Archaeological or Historic Sites (FEB 1988) AGAR 452.236-74 Control of Erosion, Sedimentation, and Pollution (NOV 1996) (XIV) The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) does not apply to this acquisition. (XV) Quotes are required to be received in the contracting office no later than 3:00 P.M. central time Friday, June 5, 2015. Quotes may be emailed to the attention Rakeem A. Bolden, contact@example.gov, and Gemaa Pelch, contact@example.gov, or faxed to +1 (555) 000-0000. Offers shall include Contractors DUNS number, Priced Schedule of items, Statement regarding the availability to meet the Delivery Times and Past Performance references. (XVI) Solicitation is amended on June 1, 2015, to incorporate Wage Determination 2005-2297. Offer due date is extended to 3 pm, June 5, 2015. Any questions regarding this solicitation should be directed to Rakeem A. Bolden, contact@example.gov, or +1 (555) 000-0000