Description
The VA is seeking an experienced contractor to provide comprehensive grounds‑maintenance services for the Jefferson Barracks campus of the St. Louis VA Medical Center. Work includes routine mowing, edging, hedge and shrub trimming, debris removal, weed control, seasonal fertilizer/pesticide applications, and responsive emergency services such as tree removal. The contract is a five‑year IDIQ with twelve‑month ordering periods, a total ceiling of $950,000 and a guaranteed minimum of $2,500. The solicitation uses a tiered small‑business set‑aside (SDVOSB → VOSB → other small businesses) and requires compliance with OSHA 10‑hour training, Missouri pesticide‑applicator licensing, and a detailed Quality‑Control Plan.
• Weekly mowing, edging, and trimming during the growing season (Apr 1–Oct 31)
• Seasonal chemical treatments (fertilizer, seed, pest control) in spring and fall
• Emergency response within 4 hours for unscheduled tasks such as tree or stump removal
• Mandatory submission of a Quality‑Control Plan within 21 days of award
• Ongoing performance monitoring via random and bi‑weekly inspections