Grounds Maintenance Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center Stuttgart, AR

The USDA‑ARS is seeking a small‑business contractor to provide full‑service grounds maintenance—including mowing, trimming, debris removal, and routine clean‑up—for the Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center in Stuttgart, Arkansas. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price award with a base year and up to four one‑year options (maximum five‑year performance period). Work must be performed Monday‑Tuesday each week (or as mutually agreed), during standard business hours, and must comply with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental standards. The contractor must supply all labor, equipment, supplies, supervision, and PPE, and must register in SAM prior to submission. Site visits are encouraged (9 Aug 2026) but not mandatory. Quotes are due 15 Sep 2026. • Service: Mowing, string‑trimming, debris removal, litter pick‑up, equipment cleanup, and disposal. • Location: 2890 Hwy 130 E, Stuttgart, AR 72160 (ARS facility). • Contract type: RFQ – small‑business set‑aside (100 % total small business). • Period: 1‑year base + up to 4 optional one‑year extensions (max 5 years). • Submission: Email quote to [email protected] by 1700 CST 09/15/2026. • Pre‑award questions: Due 09/09/2026. • Required NAICS: 561730 Landscaping Services. • Mandatory certifications: SAM registration, compliance with OSHA, ADA, and USDA bio‑based product guidelines.