RRS/DFAS Grounds MXS and Snow Removal

This solicitation seeks a small‑business contractor to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance and seasonal snow removal services for the Air Force Research Site (RRS) and the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) facilities in Rome, NY. The effort includes routine mowing, weed control, tree pruning, spring/fall clean‑up, ice‑melt application, and emergency snow‑removal response. The contract is firm‑fixed‑price, base period of one year (01 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027) with up to four one‑year options, potentially extending to a total of five years. Offerors must submit a technical plan, price schedule, and past‑performance data, and must meet CMMC Level 1 cybersecurity requirements. A mandatory site‑visit is scheduled for 22 Sept 2026 for prospective bidders. The award will be set‑aside for total small‑business participation. • Scope: mowing (2‑4 in), weed control (≈2 applications/yr), tree pruning (≤12 in diameter), spring/fall clean‑up, ice‑melt (government‑furnished for DFAS Building 1), snow removal (including 6‑month extension). • Performance period: 01 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027, with options through 31 Oct 2031. • Location: Rome Research Site, 26 Electronic Parkway, Rome, NY 13441. • Contract type: Firm Fixed Price, Total Small‑Business set‑aside. • Required certifications: CMMC Level 1, standard FAR/DFARS representations, small‑business subcontracting limits. • Submission: electronic email offers by 12 PM EST 06 Oct 2026; technical plan, price schedule, past performance (≤5 contracts). • Evaluation: Past performance and technical approach weighted more heavily than price; best‑value award possible.