This document is an amendment to a previous combined solicitation, 36C24426Q0124, for Grease Tank Maintenance Services at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center in Philadelphia. The primary purpose of this amendment is to add a site visit for prospective offerors, scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Interested vendors must email their name, the attendee's name and email address, and a signed copy of the amendment to stephanie.mcfadden@va.gov by 10:00 AM ET on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Additionally, the due date for responses to the solicitation has been extended from December 30, 2025, to January 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

This amendment to solicitation 36C24426Q0124 for Grease Tank Maintenance Services at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center in Philadelphia updates Attachment F, specifically section E.4 52.212-2 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021). The key change is the removal of “Professional Qualification and Experience of Key Personnel” as an evaluation factor. This factor previously required offerors to submit resumes of key personnel, detailing their qualifications, experience, and certifications. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The response date for the solicitation is January 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.

This document is an amendment to a previous combined solicitation, 36C24426Q0124, for Grease Tank Maintenance Services at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz (Philadelphia) VA Medical Center. The primary purpose of this amendment is to update the Statement of Work (SOW), which is provided in the attached document "ATTACHMENT C - SOW Updated - Grease Tank Maintenance." All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The due date for responses is still January 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, New York, USA. This solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC). The contracting office is located in Pittsburgh, PA, and the point of contact is Stephanie McFadden.

This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice, 36C24426Q0124, is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Grease Tank Maintenance Services at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz (Philadelphia) VA Medical Center. It is a set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC) with a NAICS code of 562998 and a small business size standard of $16.5 million. The contract period is from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2031, including a one-year base and four one-year options. Offers are due by December 30, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET, and questions by December 17, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET, both to be submitted via email to stephanie.mcfadden@va.gov. Evaluation will be a comparative assessment, focusing on technical capability, past performance, key personnel qualifications, and price, with offerors needing to be registered in SAM.gov. Offerors must submit a capability statement and past performance references.

This government RFP details a comprehensive waste management services contract spanning a base year and four option years, from February 2026 to January 2031. Services include quarterly cleaning of two large exterior grease tanks (1000 and 1200 gallons) at Building #2 and CLC Nursing Home Building #30. Monthly services involve cleaning three 40-gallon interior grease tanks at Canteen Building #1 and one 20-gallon interior grease tank at Snyder House, along with associated drain jetting. Semi-annual services include jetting five floor drains at CLC Nursing Home Building #30. Annual services encompass jetting sewer lines and manholes at CLC Building #30, pumping sand traps and storm drains at the Employee Garage, and extensive outside sewer and storm drain jetting along Building #1. The contract falls under NAICS code 562998 (All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services) and Product/Service Code S222 (Housekeeping - Waste Treatment/Storage).

The document outlines a multi-year delivery schedule for items 0001-0007, 1001-1007, 2001-2007, 3001-3007, and 4001-4007 to the Department of Veterans Affairs, Corporal Michael J Crescenz VA Medical Center at 3900 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Each set of items has a quantity of 4.00 and is to be marked for Jordan Small (215-823-5800x207367, jordan.small@va.gov). The delivery dates are staggered annually, beginning February 1, 2026, and concluding January 31, 2031, with each period covering one year. This schedule indicates a recurring need for specific items over a five-year period, managed by the same contact person at the VA Medical Center.

The Corporal Michael J. Crescenz (Philadelphia) Veterans Affairs Medical Center (CMC VAMC) requires a firm fixed-price contract for Grease Tank Preventive Maintenance Services. The contract includes a one-year base period (February 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027) and four one-year option periods, extending through January 31, 2031. The vendor will provide manpower, materials, and equipment to clean grease tanks, floor drains, lines, sewers, and storm lines at the CMC VAMC, the Continuing Life Center (CLC), and the Snyder House. Services include water jetting sanitary and storm sewer lines, pumping and cleaning grease tanks, traps, and lines, as well as cleaning employee garage sand traps. Cleaning intervals vary by location and equipment, ranging from monthly for some grease tanks to annually for sewer mains and manholes. The contractor must provide written reports within 10 business days of each visit, detailing results and recommendations, and immediately report any unsafe conditions. Contractor employees must wear identifiable uniforms, and the contractor is responsible for collection, transportation, and disposal, adhering to all federal, state, and local regulations. Work hours are typically after 4:30 PM ET on weekdays or Saturdays from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET, with specific times for the Snyder House. A service schedule must be provided 15 days in advance.

The Corporal Michael J. Crescenz (Philadelphia) Veterans Affairs Medical Center (CMC VAMC) requires a firm fixed-price contract for Grease Tank Preventive Maintenance Services from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2031, including a base year and four option years. The contract encompasses cleaning grease tanks, floor drains, lines, sewers, and storm lines at the CMC VAMC, the Continuing Life Center (CLC), and the Snyder House. Services include water jetting sanitary and storm sewer lines, pumping and cleaning grease tanks, traps, and lines, and cleaning employee garage sand traps. Specific cleaning intervals are detailed for various grease tanks and drains across the locations, ranging from monthly to annually. The contractor must provide written reports after each visit, report unsafe conditions immediately, ensure employees are identifiable, and hold valid State certifications. All work must conform to federal, state, and local regulations and best management practices for spill risk. Work hours are restricted to weekdays after 4:30 PM ET or Saturdays from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET, with specific timings for certain locations and services. A schedule of visits must be provided 15 days prior to inspection, with rescheduling permitted for adverse weather.

This document outlines the contract administration and payment procedures for a government contract. It specifies that contract administration will be handled by designated government personnel, Nicholas Guzenski (Contracting Officer) and Stephanie McFadden (Contract Specialist), with the contractor's details to be completed. Payments will be made electronically via the System For Award Management. Invoices are to be submitted monthly, upon receipt, inspection, and acceptance by the Government, and sent electronically to the Austin Payment Center, Department of Veterans Affairs. The document also includes a section for acknowledging amendments to the solicitation.

This government file, 36C24426Q0124, outlines contract clauses for federal acquisitions, emphasizing restrictions on specific products, services, and entities to protect national security and government interests. Key prohibitions include the use of covered applications like TikTok, Kaspersky Lab products, and certain telecommunications equipment from companies like Huawei and ZTE. It also restricts unmanned aircraft systems from American Security Drone Act-covered foreign entities. The document details prohibitions related to Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctions, particularly concerning transactions with Cuba, Iran, and Sudan. Contractors must conduct reasonable inquiries to ensure compliance, promptly report any non-compliance within 72 hours, and review the System for Award Management (SAM) quarterly for new exclusion orders. The clause mandates flow-down requirements to subcontractors, ensuring broad adherence to these security and trade restrictions.

This government solicitation (36C24426Q0124) outlines the terms and conditions for prospective offerors, incorporating various federal acquisition regulations by reference. Key provisions include certifications regarding payments to influence federal transactions, prohibitions on contracting with entities requiring certain confidentiality agreements, and requirements for System for Award Management (SAM) registration. A significant section details security prohibitions and exclusions, particularly concerning covered telecommunications equipment and services, as well as restrictions on business operations in Sudan and Iran due to sanctions. Offerors must represent their compliance or disclose non-compliance within 72 hours. The document also specifies protest procedures, directing inquiries to Nicholas Guzenski via email. Evaluation criteria for awards include technical capability, past performance, professional qualifications of key personnel, and price, with the government reserving the right to consider offers that exceed minimum requirements.

This government file outlines solicitation provisions and evaluation criteria for federal contracts, incorporating several FAR and VAAR clauses by reference. Key provisions address certifications and disclosures regarding payments to influence federal transactions, prohibitions on contracting with entities requiring certain confidentiality agreements, and the System for Award Management. Significant emphasis is placed on security prohibitions and exclusions, including detailed definitions related to telecommunications equipment, business operations in Sudan, and sensitive technology concerning Iran. Offerors must make representations and certifications regarding compliance with these prohibitions and disclose any non-compliance. The document also specifies procedures for serving protests and details the evaluation factors for commercial products and services: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price, with an emphasis on demonstrated experience and adherence to requirements.

This government file, Wage Determination No. 2015-4233, Revision No. 34, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service contract employees in Delaware and Philadelphia Counties, Pennsylvania, effective July 8, 2025. It details compliance requirements under Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75/hour) and 13658 ($13.30/hour) based on contract award dates, and paid sick leave requirements under EO 13706. The document provides a comprehensive list of wage rates for various occupations across different sectors, including administrative, automotive, food service, healthcare, and technical roles. It also specifies benefits such as health and welfare, vacation, and holidays, along with guidelines for hazardous pay, uniform allowances, and procedures for conforming unlisted job classifications.