9999--West Haven Grounds and Maintenance

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to identify vendors capable of providing grounds maintenance services at the West Haven VA Medical Center. The services include snow and ice removal, hauling, and treatment, as well as grounds maintenance such as mowing, edging, trimming, and leaf removal. The contract will have a base period of one year, with four option years. The vendor must have a field service representative located within 200 miles of the West Haven campus and have proper equipment and support to provide the services. Some key points to consider: * The vendor must be able to respond to snow and ice events within a one-hour time frame, 24/7. * The vendor must be able to provide snow removal and ice control services, including pretreatment of roads and parking lots. * The vendor must be able to maintain the grounds, including mowing, edging, trimming, and leaf removal. * The vendor must be able to clean and maintain storm drains. * The vendor must be able to provide emergency response services. * The vendor must have the necessary equipment and personnel to perform the services. * The vendor must be able to work with the VA's Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer's Representative to ensure that the services are provided in accordance with the contract.