B559 Mold Cleaning

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for mold remediation and cleaning services at First Air Force, Detachment 3, located in Building 559 at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida. The selected contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to clean and prevent mold across approximately 14,400 square feet of space. Key tasks include steam cleaning and deodorizing carpet and tile floors, performing a comprehensive inspection and source-removal cleaning of the entire HVAC system using negative pressure and HEPA-filtered vacuuming, and conducting basic HEPA vacuuming and damp wiping of all surfaces with EPA-approved antimicrobial solutions. Following cleaning, all abated surfaces must be treated with an EPA-registered disinfectant and a mold inhibitor. The performance period is 60 calendar days from contract award. Work must be coordinated with the Facility Manager to minimize disruption to building occupants. The contractor is responsible for providing its own waste dumpsters, ensuring proper disposal of mold-contaminated materials, and adhering to strict safety, warning label, and PPE requirements. Additionally, the contractor and its personnel must meet all qualifications, possess necessary state certifications, and comply with military installation security and access control protocols.

This document provides official clarification on solicitation FA252126QB132A for the mold cleaning project in Building 559 at Patrick Space Force Base. The scope is strictly limited to mold cleaning and prevention measures across approximately 14,400 square feet of the two-story building. It explicitly excludes mold remediation, post-remediation clearance testing, structural demolition, ceiling repair, and ceiling tile replacement, which the government will manage separately. Key clarifications include: - **Timeline:** The period of performance is confirmed as 60 days after contract award. - **HVAC Details:** Cleaning covers the interior HVAC system, ductwork, and vents, including a 26-ton Trane air handler and approximately 500 feet of first-floor supply duct and 115 feet of second-floor main supply duct. The government will handle system shutdowns as needed. - **Operations and Utilities:** Government water and electrical utilities are authorized for contractor use. Contractors may utilize secure onsite storage, flexible/weekend working hours, and a phased building-vacation approach. - **Execution:** Porous mold must simply be reported to the government without action. Standard cleaning utilizes industry-standard methods, including EPA-registered disinfectants and mold inhibitors. - **Evaluation:** Proposals will be evaluated based on the criteria specified in Section D, presiding over redundant clauses. Prime contractors must submit subcontractor information prior to award. No project budget or cost estimates will be disclosed.

This combined synopsis and solicitation (FA252126QB132A), issued by the United States Space Force, Space Launch Delta 45 at Patrick Space Force Base, requests quotes for mold cleaning services at First Air Force, Detachment 3 (Building 559). The acquisition is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 562910, which carries a $25 million size standard. The selected contractor will perform mold mitigation across approximately 14,400 square feet of Building 559. Delivery must be completed within 60 days of contract award on an FOB Destination basis. To be eligible for award, vendors must maintain active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their pricing under a single firm-fixed-price Line Item (CLIN 0001). The Air Force will evaluate proposals based on a best-value determination considering price, technical performance, delivery timeline, and past performance. Questions regarding the solicitation were due by August 28, 2026, and final RFQ responses must be submitted electronically to the designated Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist by September 14, 2026, at 2:30 PM EST. Standard commercial warranties apply to the finished work.

This combined synopsis and solicitation (FA252126QB132A) is issued by the Department of the Air Force, Space Launch Delta 45, to secure mold abatement, remediation, and ceiling repair services at First Air Force, Detachment 3 (Building 559) at Patrick Space Force Base in Florida. Set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 562910, the project covers approximately 14,400 square feet. The resulting contract will be firm-fixed-price, with a 60-day delivery timeline from the date of award. Evaluation of proposals will be based on price, technical performance, schedule, and past performance to determine the best overall value to the government. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and must submit their questions by August 28, 2026. Final RFQ responses are due by September 14, 2026, at 14:30 EST. Offers must be submitted electronically to the designated Contracting Officer, Stephen Ortiz-Gonzalez, and Contract Specialist, Damien Charley. Standard commercial warranties of one year, or those aligning with industry standards, are required for the services provided.

The 45 SFS Credential Request Form is a security screening document used to determine installation access eligibility for Patrick Space Force Base (SFB), Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS), and Vandenberg SFB (VSFB). This form is required for government employees, contractors, visitors, volunteers, students, and caretakers seeking short-term (under 59 days) or long-term (60 days or more) access. The document collects essential visitor information, including name, date of birth, Social Security Number, citizenship status, and physical characteristics. It also requires organizational and sponsor details, designated access dates, and operating hours. For personnel visiting CCSFS, completion of mandatory safety and security training is required. Additionally, the form includes an acknowledgement of installation driving procedures, stipulating that personnel consent to random vehicle searches, mandatory seatbelt use, and restrictions on mobile device usage while driving. Once completed, the form is submitted to the respective visitor centers for processing, which takes approximately three duty days. The final section is reserved for 45 SFS personnel to conduct National Crime Information Center (NCIC) background checks.

This document details an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Assessment and Microbial Sampling Report conducted for Building 559 at Patrick Space Force Base (PSFB), Florida. Prepared by the Kennedy Space Center Environmental Microbiology Laboratory (KSCEML) under the NASA Environmental and Medical Contract (NEMCON), the assessment evaluated indoor fungal levels on November 14, 2025, to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment. Using an SAS180™ Microbial Air Sampler and Sabouraud Dextrose Agar plates, viable air samples were collected across various indoor locations—including conference rooms, offices, and a customer service support area—and compared against an outdoor control sample. The laboratory analysis identified common indoor mold genera such as Cladosporium, Penicillium, and Pithomyces. The investigation concluded that all indoor microbial concentrations were lower than outdoor levels and well within acceptable parameters, with no sampled areas exceeding the concern threshold of ten times the outdoor baseline. Although there are no federal regulatory limits for fungal exposure, the results indicate that the indoor air quality of Building 559 complies with recommended comfort guidelines. The report advises that mold levels naturally fluctuate and serves as a point-in-time health risk management reference for the 45th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron and Detachment 3 of the First Air Force.

This memorandum details the results of a mold survey conducted in Building 559 at Patrick Space Force Base by the NASA Environmental and Medical Contract (NEMCON). The assessment, performed on behalf of the 45th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron, evaluated the concentration and speciation of airborne fungal spores across several indoor locations to support health risk management and ensure comfortable working conditions. Using a Zefon Bio-Pump Plus to capture both live and dead spores, NEMCON sampled four indoor locations—including Conference Room 100, Room 201, Room 208, and the Room 101 CSS Office—alongside an outdoor control. Laboratory analysis performed by the Kennedy Space Center Environmental Microbiology Laboratory revealed that indoor mold levels were well within acceptable parameters. Total indoor fungal counts ranged from 60.0 to 273.3 counts/m³, significantly lower than the outdoor baseline of 746.7 counts/m³. None of the sampled indoor areas approached the threshold of concern, which is defined as indoor levels exceeding ten times outdoor levels. Other airborne particulates, such as skin, hyphal, insect, and fibrous fragments, were recorded at low or very low levels. While these initial Air-O-Cell optical microscopy results indicate safe conditions, a separate agar plate test has been initiated. Those culture-based results are expected in two to three weeks and will be distributed in a subsequent memorandum. Workers can access the full laboratory reports at Building 1366 or contact Bioenvironmental Engineering with questions.

This document is a laboratory test report from the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) Environmental Microbiology Laboratory detailing an Air-O-Cell analysis of fungal spores and particulates. Prepared for the United States Air Force Defense Health Agency (USAF DHA) 45th Medical Group at Patrick Space Force Base (PSFB), the report details an indoor air quality (IAQ) survey conducted for PSFB Building 559 under NEMCON Task #: T202511-64543. Five air samples were collected on November 14, 2025, at a flow rate of 15 liters per minute for 10 minutes (totaling 150 liters per sample) from four indoor locations (Conference Room 100, RM 201, RM 208, and RM 101 CSS Office) and one outdoor location. The samples were analyzed using optical microscopy to identify and count fungal spores and other particulates, such as skin, hyphal, insect, and fibrous fragments. The analytical results show that the total fungal spore concentrations indoors ranged from 60.0 to 273.3 counts/m³, which were significantly lower than the outdoor baseline sample of 746.7 counts/m³. The most prevalent spore types identified across the samples included Aspergillus/Penicillium, Cladosporium, and Ascospores, while other particulate levels remained low to very low. Field notes indicated that windows in RM 101 were open prior to sampling, but overall, background particulate levels did not interfere with the detection or quantification of the spores. The report was officially signed and released on November 19, 2025, by environmental microbiologist Jason Johns.

This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for mold remediation and cleaning services for First Air Force, Detachment 3, located in Building 559 at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida. The contractor must furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to clean and prevent mold across approximately 14,400 square feet of space. Key tasks include steam cleaning and deodorizing carpet and tile floors, performing comprehensive HVAC system decontamination under negative pressure using HEPA-filtered vacuums, and conducting fine particle HEPA vacuuming and antimicrobial damp wiping on all surfaces and furniture. All abated surfaces must be treated with an EPA-registered disinfectant and a mold inhibitor. The performance period is 30 calendar days from the contract award. Work must be coordinated with the Facility Manager to minimize disruption to building occupants, with services occurring during normal business hours. The contractor is responsible for daily debris cleanup, providing their own waste dumpsters, and adhering to strict mold safety, disposal, and warning label regulations. Additionally, the contractor and all personnel must possess relevant professional qualifications and comply with all base security, installation access, and traffic regulations.