What this opportunity is
The Department of Homeland Security, through FEMA, is seeking services for comprehensive tree removal and brush clearing at the Maynard campus in Massachusetts. This opportunity falls under NAICS 561730 and is not set aside for small businesses, meaning all business types can compete. The notice is a Sources Sought, indicating that the agency is gathering information rather than soliciting bids at this stage; interested businesses should track this opportunity for future developments.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
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Statement of Work
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
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06/10/2026
1.0 PROJECT TITLE
Maynard campus-wide Tree Service
1.1 Background:
The purpose of this request is to conduct comprehensive brush clearing,
selective tree removal, and forest area cleanup across designated sections of
the facility grounds. Over time, the area has become significantly overgrown,
and numerous dead or hazardous trees have been identified. These conditions
pose an increasing risk to nearby civilian property, facility infrastructure, and
personnel safety.
Clearing overgrown brush and removing dead tress will reduce the likelihood
of falling limbs, property damage, and potential injuries. This work will also
improve sightliness throughout the grounds, resulting in enhanced visibility
and a substantial increase in facility security.
Additionally, the fire access roadway has become obstructed due to
encroaching vegetation. Restoring this pathway is essential to ensuring
unobstructed emergency vehicle access in the event of a fire or other critical
incident.
Overall, the proposed clearing and cleanup activities are necessary to
maintain safety, protect property, and ensure the facility remains fully
accessible for security and emergency response operations.
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2.0 SCOPE
2.1 General:
• Perimeter clearing and wood line reduction, approximately 1235ft. extending 6-10ft back
from trails to minimize the risk of trees falling during severe weather conditions onto
neighboring residences. All high risk, standing dead, or trees in decline will be removed
to mitigate fence line or neighboring property damage. Area A & C
• New access road to be cut to improve visibility, accessibility and overall site security.
• Forestry mulching and selective thinning are to be conducted to reduce wildfire risk by
removing deadwood and accumulated ground debris throughout the 95,000 sq. ft. area.
• Removal of snow damaged, bent and leaning trees encroaching fire roadway and perimeter
fencing increasing access in the event of an emergency. Area B
• All brush and vegetative debris will be chipped and broadcast evenly throughout the
wooded areas to promote natural decomposition and reduce fire fuel build up. Any wood
material that is too large or too deteriorated to be chipped, will be stacked neatly in a
designated area off to the side. Larger white pine trees removed will be hauled away and
disposed of off site. Area A & C.
3.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Contractor will perform work onsite and between the hours of 6:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Monday through Friday.
Final Acceptance and Inspection:
• The COR will conduct a final acceptance based upon recommendations from
the FEMA-MERS Designated SME’s inspection at the completion of the
project.
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4.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE
REG. 1/MERS VSAB
63/65 Old Marlboro Rd.
Maynard, MA 01754
5.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE
The period of performance for this award should not exceed 120 calendar days from contract
award date.
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FENCE LINE:
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FIRE ROAD:
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GROUND COVER/DEAD FALL:
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