How to bid on Weed Spraying for Hensley Lake for the DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense needs weed spraying services at Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake, located in Madera County, California. This work involves applying herbicides, conducting routine inspections, and providing all necessary labor, equipment, and materials. The contract is planned for one base year with four additional option years.

This is a firm-fixed-price contract opportunity, specifically set aside for small businesses. It falls under NAICS Code 561730 (Landscaping Services) with a size standard of $9.5 million, and Product Service Code S208 (Housekeeping – Landscaping/Groundskeeping).

Key dates and deadlines

This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on August 03, 2026, with a deadline of August 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. This RFI is a preliminary step.

The actual Request for Quotes (RFQ) for solicitation W9123826QA021 is expected to be issued around August 18, 2026. Tentative quotes for the RFQ are due by September 18, 2026. The firm due date and time for quotes will be established in the official RFQ on sam.gov.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in landscaping and groundskeeping services, particularly those with experience in herbicide application and compliance with environmental and safety regulations. Firms classified under NAICS Code 561730 with a size standard of $9.5 million are the target vendors.

How to respond

To access the opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Contractors are responsible for self-identifying as interested vendors and monitoring the interested vendors list on sam.gov. Check sam.gov frequently for any updates or changes to the solicitation.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all requirements in the upcoming Request for Quotes (RFQ) once it is issued. Pay close attention to the scope of work, including specific herbicide application methods, inspection routines, and any environmental or safety compliance mandates.

Ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your firm's capability to provide all necessary labor, equipment, and materials. Highlight any relevant past experience with similar weed spraying or groundskeeping contracts, especially those involving government facilities or specific environmental regulations.

If a site visit is offered, make every effort to attend. This will provide valuable insight into the specific conditions at Hensley Lake and help you formulate a more accurate and competitive quote.