WMF Saco Ranger Station Snow Plowing Removal

The White Mountain National Forest, under the Department of Agriculture, has issued solicitation 12444326Q0063 for snow plowing and ice removal services at the Saco Ranger Station admin site in Conway, New Hampshire. This is a total small business set-aside acquisition under NAICS code 561730, intended for concerns with a size standard of $9.5 million. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price purchase order consisting of a base period from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, with two additional option years. The primary scope of work involves clearing snow and ice from all driveways and parking lots whenever snowfall exceeds two inches, ensuring 100% removal to maintain access for employees and the public. Services must be completed by 1630 EST on the day of snowfall or by 0700 EST the following day, including weekends and holidays. The government will award the contract based on best-value principles, prioritizing superior technical capabilities, past performance, key personnel, and key equipment over the lowest cost. Specifically, the plow driver is designated as key personnel and must demonstrate at least one season of experience. Performance will be monitored by a Contracting Officer’s Representative using a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan that includes visual inspections, random monitoring, and customer complaints. Interested vendors must be actively registered in SAM.gov and must submit a signed SF-1449, a completed Schedule of Items, and the Performance Evaluation Criteria via email to the designated point of contact by the deadline of August 26, 2026, at 1700 CT. All quoted prices must remain firm for 90 calendar days from the submission deadline.