S299--Canteen, Nutrition & Food Service Hood Exhaust Cleaning Services- VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System
ID: 36C26125Q0045Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

Janitorial Services (561720)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- OTHER (S299)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f52af94395c84c0484fea92adeefede1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 21, is seeking contractors to provide Canteen, Nutrition & Food Service Hood Exhaust Cleaning Services for the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System located in Reno, Nevada. The procurement aims to ensure the safety and compliance of the hospital's cooking equipment exhaust systems by conducting monthly cleaning services, which are critical for preventing fire hazards due to grease accumulation. Interested vendors are required to submit their company information, an informal quote, capabilities statement, and other relevant documentation by October 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time, to the Contract Specialist, Jennifer Duron, at Jennifer.Duron@va.gov. This sources sought announcement is part of the VA's market research efforts and does not constitute a formal solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer DuronContract Specialist
    (808) 539-1301
    Jennifer.Duron@va.gov
    Files
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    36C26125Q0045.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through Network Contracting Office 21 (NCO 21), has issued a Sources Sought Notice seeking contractors for Canteen, Nutrition & Food Service Hood Exhaust Cleaning Services at the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System in Reno, NV. This announcement is intended for market research, and no formal solicitation is available at this stage. Interested vendors are required to submit relevant information including company details, an informal quote, a letters of authorization (if applicable), capabilities statement, business size, UEI number, and existing IDIQ contracts where applicable. Responses must be submitted by October 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time. The announcement emphasizes that any information received will be used internally within the VA for decision-making purposes and will remain confidential. Overall, this initiative reflects the VA's efforts to assess contractor capabilities to support its facilities maintenance services, ensuring compliance and efficiency in operations while engaging with potential service providers.
    Performance Work Statement for Monthly Hood Cleaning Service- VASNHCS.pdf
    The VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System requires a service contract for monthly cleaning of the Canteen and Nutrition and Food Services hood exhaust system. This contract mandates that the contractor provide necessary personnel, equipment, and supplies for the cleaning, which is crucial to prevent fire hazards due to grease build-up. Cleaning is to be performed on the fourth Thursday of each month, after hours to minimize impact on hospital operations, and will be subject to Federal holidays. The contractor will ensure compliance with NFPA standards and local regulations, and must conduct thorough inspections and cleaning of all related equipment, including hoods and ductwork. They are also responsible for acquiring necessary permits and ensuring that all cleaning activities do not interfere with hospital patients or staff. Documentation of each cleaning must be submitted within five days, including detailed reports on the cleaning procedures and any identified system defects. The contractor must adhere to VASNHCS policies concerning personnel conduct and security protocols. Overall, this PWS outlines a structured approach to maintaining hospital safety through scheduled maintenance of cooking equipment exhaust systems while ensuring compliance with various health and safety regulations.
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