0618 (WIL) Orchard Mowing and Maintenance_Westfir OR

The USDA is seeking a contractor to provide orchard mowing and maintenance services at two seed orchard sites on the Middle Fork Ranger District of the Willamette National Forest. The primary objective is to cut grass within the enclosed orchard areas to reduce fire risk and intensity, reduce the spread of undesirable vegetation, and maintain access to orchard seed trees. The contract will be for a base period of one year with four option periods. The contractor will be required to provide pricing for all items, and the government reserves the right to make multiple awards. • The contractor will be responsible for mowing and maintaining the orchard areas, including cutting grass and reducing the spread of undesirable vegetation. • The contractor will be required to provide a sound and compliant approach that meets all requirements and shows a thorough understanding of the performance work statement. • The contractor will be evaluated based on their past performance, technical experience, and price. • The government intends to make one award from this solicitation, but may make multiple awards if it is determined to be in the best interest of the government.