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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting quotes (RFQ 36C24425Q0811) for comprehensive Integrated Pest Management (IPM) services at its medical facilities in Erie and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) Set-Aside requires contractors to provide all labor, equipment, and management for pest control, emphasizing environmentally sound practices and minimal pesticide use. Services include daily and weekly routine pest control, bed bug treatments with K-9 detection, exterior treatments, and management of various pests from insects to mammals. The contractor must adhere to strict quality control, safety, and security protocols, including specific certifications, background checks, and compliance with federal and state regulations. Key requirements include submitting a detailed Quality Control Plan, maintaining digital records, responding to emergency calls within four hours, and registering with the System for Award Management (SAM).

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 36C24425Q0811) for commercial pest control services at the Erie and Pittsburgh VA Medical Centers. Issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 4, this solicitation is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) Set-Aside under NAICS Code 561710 and PSC S207. Quotes are requested, with a response deadline of August 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. The solicitation incorporates provisions from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulations (VAAR), with specific Service Contract Act Wage Determinations (2015-5223 v.30 and 2015-4235 v.30) applicable. Interested quoters must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Questions are due by August 13, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, via email to Keri Lewis (keri.lewis2@va.gov). A site visit for the Erie VAMC is scheduled for August 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time; no official site visit for Pittsburgh. Quoters must adhere to strict submission requirements for consideration.

This document is an amendment to a previous combined solicitation, 36C24425Q0811, for grounds maintenance and pest control services at the Pittsburgh and Erie VAMCs. The contracting office is located in Wilmington, DE, with Keri Lewis as the point of contact. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the deadline for offers to August 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The solicitation is set aside for VSA, with a NAICS code of 561710 and a product service code of S207.

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) requires comprehensive pest control services for its medical facilities in Erie and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the need for an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program that complies with VHA Directive 1850.02 and other federal/state regulations. The contractor must provide all resources for IPM plan development and implementation, regular inspections, prompt complaint responses, and address various pests using environmentally sound practices. Key objectives include maintaining a safe, hygienic environment, minimizing pesticide use, and adhering to strict quality control and safety protocols. Services encompass interior, exterior, and bed bug treatments, with specific response times and effectiveness targets. The contractor is responsible for reporting, personnel qualifications, and compliance with all security and environmental regulations. The scope covers multiple VHA facilities and diverse pest types, including invasive species, with an emphasis on proactive prevention and detailed documentation.

The government's Request for Proposal (RFP) 36C24425Q0811 for Pest Control services in Erie and Pittsburgh outlines key requirements and addresses contractor questions. Prime contractors must possess direct pest industry experience and maintain proper pesticide general liability insurance, including pollution coverage. The government will not use the SF-1449 for proposal submission, only for award. Questions regarding previous contracts, Statement of Work (SOW) changes, or past CURE notices will not be answered. The RFP specifies that Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) will not have a regular service schedule but will require emergency services for issues like bed bugs, with 90-110 emergency requests reported in the last 24 months. Contractors are responsible for furnishing all necessary equipment, including 50-52 exterior rodent bait stations. Only one dedicated pest controller with a backup is required, and no additional site visits will be scheduled for Erie.

This document is an amendment to a previous combined solicitation, 36C24425Q0811, concerning grounds maintenance and pest control services for the Pittsburgh and Erie VA Medical Centers. The amendment addresses vendor-submitted questions and provides a revised Performance Work Statement. The contracting office is located in Wilmington, DE, with Keri Lewis as the point of contact. The response date is August 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The solicitation is set aside for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VSA) under NAICS code 561710. The places of performance are the Erie VAMC at 135 East 38th Street, Erie, PA, and the Pittsburgh VAMC at 1 University Drive, Pittsburgh, PA.