International Institute of Tropical Forestry, Grounds Maintenance Services

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking a contractor to provide grounds maintenance services at the International Institute of Tropical Forestry in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The services include green roof maintenance, pressure washing, ditch cleaning, bamboo removal, and other grounds maintenance services. The contract is set-aside for certified Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) concerns. The contract will be a firm fixed price contract with a base year and four option years, and the total duration of the contract shall not exceed five years. • The contractor shall ensure that grounds maintenance is performed in a manner that will maintain healthy grass, trees, shrubs, and plants. • The contractor shall provide emergency calls for hazardous conditions resulting from natural disasters or unforeseen incidents. • The contractor shall perform the work in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW) and the Schedule of Items. • The contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal laws and regulations, including those related to anti-discrimination and diversity, equity, and inclusion.