Pine Flat Rodent Abatement
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH PACIFIC.ENDIST SACRAMENTO.W075 ENDIST SACRAMENTO · Response deadline: Tue, 08 Dec 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento District is soliciting bids for rodent abatement services at Pine Flat in Piedra, California. This is a facilities support service contract focused on pest control management, specifically targeting rodent populations. See the solicitation for complete scope of work, performance requirements, and any specific treatment methods or environmental compliance obligations.
NAICS 561710 covers Exterminating and Pest Control Services, an industry segment where small businesses routinely compete for federal contracts. Work in this category typically involves inspection, treatment, prevention, and ongoing monitoring of pest activity. Federal pest control contracts often require adherence to integrated pest management (IPM) principles and compliance with federal environmental regulations governing pesticide application.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, South Pacific Division, Sacramento District (W075) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W9123827QA001 |
| NAICS | 561710 (Exterminating and Pest Control Services) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | December 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM Pacific Time |
| Place of performance | Piedra, California |
Who can bid
This contract is 100% set aside for small business. To compete, your business must:
- Be certified as small under NAICS 561710 size standards ($22.5 million annual receipts threshold)
- Register in SAM.gov with active status
- Hold applicable state pest control licenses for California
- Maintain any required Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) compliance for pesticide applicators
If you qualify for SBA small business certification programs—such as 8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, or Woman-Owned Small Business—you may gain additional competitive advantages on future Corps solicitations, though this specific opportunity uses the basic small business set-aside.
How to put together a competitive bid
Licensing and credentials: Verify your California Structural Pest Control Board licenses are current and cover the specific treatment methods required. Collect certificates of insurance naming the government as additional insured.
Personnel qualifications: Federal pest control contracts typically require documented technician training, including EPA-certified applicator credentials. Prepare resumes showing experience with rodent abatement in outdoor, reservoir, or dam-adjacent environments—settings common to Corps of Engineers projects.
Safety and environmental compliance: Develop your approach to integrated pest management with minimal environmental impact, particularly important near water resources. Piedra's proximity to Pine Flat Lake suggests potential Clean Water Act considerations. See the solicitation for specific environmental restrictions.
Past performance: Prepare references from comparable federal, state, or commercial contracts involving rodent control in rural or semi-wilderness settings. Document any experience with government-specific reporting requirements.
Pricing strategy: Corpscontracts often evaluate on best value, not just lowest price. Structure your proposal to demonstrate technical capability, responsiveness, and reasonable cost. Request a site visit if available—understanding terrain and accessibility at Pine Flat will strengthen your technical approach.
Next steps
Read the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W9123827QA001. The full document contains scope details, evaluation criteria, contract clauses, and submission instructions. Note the firm deadline of December 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM PT—late submissions are inadmissible. Confirm your SAM registration is active and complete proposals well before the deadline to allow time for technical troubleshooting.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →