Huron Xeriscaping - IRA, Federal Building, Huron, SD   2

Work includes, but is not limited to: provide labor, materials, equipment and supervision necessary to complete a xeriscape landscaping project for the buildings and grounds at the Federal Building in Huron, South Dakota through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The project will replace approximately 41,497 square feet of existing sod forming turf grass and the end state of the project is to provide a xeriscape landscaping that will greatly reduce water use, labor, and chemical inputs over the existing turf grass lawn. The contractor will be responsible for supplying and planting of perennial, native and nonnative, non-invasive, drought tolerant plants such as grasses, flowers, broadleaved plants, and shrubs. The contractor must also reconfigure the existing underground sprinkler head and bubbler system to service existing trees, shrubs, and the new plantings. See attached solicitation for details. THIS IS A NEW REQUIREMENT, THERE IS NO INCUMBENT INFORMATION. Reference Part II of the solicitation C201 for instructions on submitting proposals.

Background
The General Services Administration (GSA) is issuing this contract under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to fund a xeriscape landscaping project at the Federal Building in Huron, South Dakota.

The goal of this project is to replace existing turf grass with xeriscape landscaping, which will significantly reduce water usage, labor, and chemical inputs. This initiative aligns with GSA's mission to convert facilities into high-performance green buildings and utilize sustainable technologies.

Work Details
The contractor will provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for the xeriscape landscaping project.

Key tasks include:
- Replacing approximately 41,497 square feet of existing sod;
- Supplying and planting a variety of perennial, native and nonnative, non-invasive, drought-tolerant plants such as grasses, flowers, broadleaved plants, and shrubs;
- Reconfiguring the existing underground sprinkler head and bubbler system to accommodate existing trees, shrubs, and new plantings.

The contractor must adhere to specifications regarding pricing, invoicing, submittals, materials, and construction as outlined in the solicitation documents.

Place of Performance
The construction projects will be performed at the Federal Building located in Huron, South Dakota.