Custodial Services at the Fort Buchanan Commissary
ID: HQC00826QE005Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY (DECA)DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCYFORT LEE, VA, 23801, USA

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Janitorial Services (561720)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- CUSTODIAL JANITORIAL (S201)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is seeking proposals from qualified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide custodial services at the Fort Buchanan Commissary in Puerto Rico. The contract, identified by solicitation number HQC00826QE005, requires the contractor to supply all necessary personnel, supervision, equipment, and materials to perform custodial operations, adhering to strict quality standards and compliance with federal regulations. This opportunity is significant as it supports the maintenance of a vital facility serving military personnel and their families, with an estimated total award amount of $22 million and a contract duration starting from July 1, 2026, with options for four additional one-year extensions. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Monica Langford at monica.langford@deca.mil or Sarah McCreary at sarah.mccreary@deca.mil, with proposals due by February 6, 2026.

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    The Fort Buchanan Commissary is seeking a contractor for custodial operations, as detailed in its Performance Work Statement (PWS) effective July 1, 2026. The contractor will be responsible for providing all personnel, supervision, supplies, equipment, tools, and materials to perform custodial tasks at the commissary, excluding items provided by the government. The PWS outlines operational hours, personnel requirements (including a Project Manager and restrictions on employing DeCA management/family members), quality control and assurance measures, physical security, and a performance contingency plan. It also specifies government-furnished facilities, equipment, and supplies, as well as contractor-furnished items and their compliance standards. Specific custodial tasks and quality standards for various areas of the commissary, including floor maintenance, cleaning, sanitizing, and ash/trash removal, are detailed, with emphasis on adherence to OSHA, USDA, and FDA regulations, especially concerning hazardous chemicals and food contact surfaces. The document includes exhibits outlining cleaning frequencies, quality standards, and facility layouts.
    This government file, Wage Determination No. 2015-5707, outlines the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service contract employees in specific municipalities of Puerto Rico. It details hourly rates for numerous occupations across various sectors, including administrative support, automotive service, food preparation, healthcare, and technical roles. The document also specifies benefits such as health and welfare, vacation, and paid holidays. Special conditions apply to computer employees and air traffic controllers/weather observers regarding exemptions and night/Sunday pay. Additionally, it addresses hazardous pay differentials for work with ordnance and uniform allowance requirements. A key section explains the conformance process for classifying unlisted occupations to ensure fair compensation in accordance with the Service Contract Act.
    The document, Attachment 3 PRICING SCHEDULE FORT BUCHANAN COMMISSARY (Solicitation Number: HQC00826QE005), outlines the cost breakout for custodial operations. It details the pricing structure for the base year (July 1, 2026 - June 31, 2027) and includes worksheets for custodial costs, yearly totals, 5-year totals, and loaded wages for janitors and project managers. Key cost elements covered are direct labor, health & welfare, holidays, sick leave, vacations, and associated health & welfare. The document also provides a comprehensive breakdown of fringe benefits (FICA, FUTA, SUTA, Worker's Compensation, Employer's Liability, Comprehensive General Liability), and a list of sample supplies and equipment. The pricing schedule requires contractors to submit their cost breakouts in accordance with the solicitation's
    Attachment 4, titled “Direct and Indirect Labor Summary,” is a one-page document designed for calculating labor hours related to custodial services at Fort Buchanan's Commissary. The form is structured to identify direct labor hours exclusively for tasks such as administrative, store, and patron area maintenance, based on square footage. It explicitly excludes supervisory hours from direct labor calculations. The document also provides sections for calculating total direct labor hours, supervision hours (indirect labor), and total supervision and direct hours. It emphasizes that indirect labor requirements must match totals in FMP-9D documents, and direct/indirect labor requirements must align with FMP documents, indicating its role in federal government RFPs for facility maintenance or service contracts.
    Attachment 5 outlines the requirements for submitting past performance information for government and non-government references in response to solicitation HQC008-26-Q-E005, likely for custodial operations for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). The document specifies a detailed format for government references, including contract details, descriptions of services, CPARS ratings, contract value, and any problems encountered. For non-government clients, a sample letter is provided, authorizing the release of information to the government, specifically DeCA, for past performance evaluation. This attachment emphasizes the importance of past performance as a key source selection factor, guiding offerors on how to present their prior work experience effectively.
    The document is a solicitation for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide custodial operations at the Fort Buchanan Commissary in Puerto Rico. The contract, solicitation number HQC00826QE005, issued by the Defense Commissary Agency, has an offer due date of February 6, 2026, with an estimated total award amount of $22,000,000.00. The services include all necessary supervision, personnel, supplies, and equipment for custodial operations, with a base year from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and four optional one-year extensions. Key requirements include compliance with various FAR and DFARS clauses, including restrictions on employment of personnel in Puerto Rico, and detailed instructions for electronic invoicing through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). The solicitation also outlines installation access requirements, contractor liability, and procedures for agency protests, emphasizing adherence to federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific clauses.
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