Cleaning Services at the Foreign Disease Weed Science Research Unit
ID: 1232SA26Q0024Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS AFM APDBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

NAICS

Janitorial Services (561720)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- CUSTODIAL JANITORIAL (S201)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ba95cea076c0485f8f9dd206f871cf51/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is soliciting bids for cleaning services at its Foreign Disease Weed Science Research Unit (FDWSRU) located on Fort Detrick in Frederick, Maryland. The contractor will be responsible for providing transportation, supervision, and labor for weekly cleaning of two buildings, adhering to strict safety protocols due to the presence of a Biosafety Level 3 (BSL3) facility, which includes specific entry and exit procedures. This procurement is set aside for small businesses, with quotes due by January 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time, and must be submitted electronically to Jessica Pacheco at jessica.pacheco@usda.gov. Interested parties are encouraged to attend a site visit scheduled for December 17, 2025, to familiarize themselves with the work requirements.

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    Jessica Pacheco
    jessica.pacheco@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions.pdf
    The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is soliciting bids for cleaning services at its Foreign Disease Weed Science Research Unit (FDWSRU) in Fort Detrick, Maryland. This is a firm-fixed-price purchase order, with one award anticipated. Quotes will be evaluated based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria, considering price, technical acceptability, and past performance. Technical submissions must detail the offeror's ability to perform the services and provide past project experience. Quotes are due by January 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time, and must be submitted electronically to jessica.pacheco@usda.gov. Offerors must be actively registered with SAM.gov and agree to hold prices for 90 days.
    Attachment 2- SOW-Janitorial Lab-Frederick MD.pdf
    This Statement of Work outlines requirements for cleaning services at the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Foreign Disease Weed Science Research Unit (FDWSRU) on Fort Detrick, Maryland. The contractor will provide transportation, supervision, and labor for weekly cleaning at two buildings: 1301 Ditto Avenue and 374 Beasley Drive. The USDA ARS FDWSRU will supply all cleaning supplies and equipment. Services include emptying wastebaskets, mopping, dusting, sanitizing, and specific tasks for laboratories, material handling rooms, and locker/change rooms. Notably, the contractor must not touch perceived medical waste and must adhere to strict safety and security protocols, including a Tier 2 clearance, due to the presence of a Biosafety Level 3 (BSL3) facility. This BSL3 facility, located in Building 374, requires specific entry/exit procedures, including changing into provided garments and a mandatory shower upon exit from the “hot” side. The contract period runs from the date of award until September 27, 2026, with work typically performed Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, excluding federal holidays.
    Attachment 3-SAM_Wage Determinations.pdf
    The document outlines the specifications for a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP) or grant, focusing on infrastructure upgrades or services. It details various components of a project, including general requirements, specific services, and administrative procedures. The file appears to be a highly technical document, possibly related to construction, maintenance, or IT services, given the alphanumeric codes and structured format. Key sections likely include statements of work, deliverables, performance standards, and contractual terms. The content is fragmented, but the overall structure indicates a comprehensive government solicitation for a project requiring specialized expertise and adherence to strict guidelines. The document lists numerous sub-sections, each likely detailing a specific aspect of the project or service being procured.
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