Steam Distribution Maintenance at GSA's Heating Operation and Transmission Division (HOTD)
ID: EQWPMA-25-0019Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONPUBLIC BUILDINGS SERVICEPBS R11 BUILDING SERVICES DIVISION CENTER 2WASHINGTON, DC, 20405, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF OFFICE BUILDINGS (Z1AA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/18cf4c5f07e84e98abe128ec46809520/view
Timeline
    Description

    The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking qualified small businesses to provide management and operational support for the Steam Distribution Complex in Washington, DC, under a Sources Sought Notice. The procurement aims to identify contractors capable of performing routine inspections, maintenance, and minor repairs, as well as additional tasks related to the steam distribution system, emphasizing the importance of safety and compliance with federal regulations. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities, including company identification and experience, by February 28, 2025, with the anticipated contract selection process focusing on technical merit and pricing. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Jenique Markman at jenique.markman@gsa.gov or Michelle Allen at michelle.allen@gsa.gov.

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    DRAFT SOW.pdf
    The document outlines the scope of work for a Contractor tasked with maintaining the Steam Distribution Complex in Washington, DC, under federal oversight. The Contractor is responsible for managing labor, supervision, equipment, and materials for regular maintenance, minor repairs, and additional task order services related to the steam distribution system. Safety protocols are emphasized, particularly in confined spaces and areas with asbestos, necessitating the provision of safety equipment and proper ventilation. A full-time project manager must be assigned by the Contractor, and a structured maintenance schedule divides the complex into zones for systematic inspections and repairs. The scope includes preventive maintenance tasks such as inspections of valves, pumps, electrical systems, and general housekeeping. The Contractor must abide by OSHA regulations and perform repairs using approved materials. Work prioritization is defined, categorizing tasks into emergency, urgent, high, and normal priorities, each with specified timelines for completion. Emergency plans and quality control measures are mandated, highlighting the project's critical nature in supporting the federal government's operations. This comprehensive plan is indicative of the stringent standards for performance under government RFPs and the necessity for coordination with various federal entities.
    Sources Sought Notice for Small Businesses.pdf
    The General Services Administration (GSA) issued a Sources Sought Notice (EQWPMA-25-0019) to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing management and operational support for the Heating Operation and Transmission Division's Steam Distribution Complex in Washington, DC. The scope includes routine inspections, maintenance, and minor repairs, along with additional tasks as required. The government aims to maximize small business participation in its acquisitions. This notice does not constitute a commitment to award a contract but calls for interested small businesses to submit their capabilities, including company identification, experience, bonding capacity, and self-performance details. Responses are to be submitted by February 28, 2025. The anticipated contract selection will follow the tradeoff process as outlined in federal regulations, emphasizing technical merit alongside pricing. Overall, the document underscores the GSA's commitment to engaging small businesses for federal operations while seeking qualified contractors for essential facility management services.
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