FACILITIES OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE (O&M) SERVICES
ID: DRAFT19AQMM24R0191-2Type: Presolicitation
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF OFFICE BUILDINGS (Z1AA)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)
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    The Department of State is seeking contractors to provide Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Facilities Management services for its domestic portfolio, which includes over 40 buildings and facilities across the United States. The services required encompass a wide range of responsibilities, including fire and life safety, electrical systems, HVAC, energy management, environmental compliance, plumbing, janitorial services, and grounds maintenance, all aimed at ensuring safe and sustainable work environments. This procurement is critical to supporting the Department's mission and maintaining operational efficiency in its facilities. Interested contractors should note that the opportunity is set aside for 8(a) small businesses, and they must provide five past performance references, with specific criteria outlined for evaluation. For further inquiries, potential Offerors can contact Kiara Jackson at jacksonkd1@state.gov or Ryan Edwards at edwardsrc@state.gov.

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    The document addresses the evaluation criteria for small business concerns responding to competitive solicitations under Section 865 of the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and federal acquisition regulations. It confirms that Offerors may include past performance references from affiliates or sister companies, as long as they demonstrate relevant experiences related to the current acquisition. Offerors must provide five past performance references with at least three from prime contracts, showing direct involvement in the highlighted work. Additionally, references can include experiences from subcontractors, pending a signed letter of commitment. The evaluative criteria encompass annual dollar value and scope compliances. The government will assess recency, relevance, and quality of these past performance submissions to determine the Offeror's capability to fulfill contract requirements. This guidance aims to clarify and streamline the proposal evaluation process, ensuring comprehensive consideration of relevant past performance for small business Offerors.
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