The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotes for sanitization and housekeeping services at the Sheridan VA Medical Center, as outlined in solicitation number 36C25925R0048. This Request for Quote (RFQ) is exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and seeks to contract janitorial services in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
The contract will span a base period of six months, from March 22, 2025, to September 21, 2025, with three six-month options. Interested vendors must submit pricing for various staffing requirements across multiple locations within the facility, with detailed specifications provided in the schedule.
Submissions must comply with stringent documentation requirements, including technical capability outlines, past performance evaluations, and acknowledgment of all amendments. Evaluation criteria will consider both price and non-price factors, allowing the government to select the best overall offer rather than the lowest price.
Interested parties must submit offers by 3 PM (MST) on March 17, 2025, and direct inquiries to the designated Contract Specialist, Jason Lawrence. This procurement represents a commitment to providing essential services while supporting veteran-owned enterprises.
The Sheridan VA Healthcare System seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive Aseptic Custodial Services for the facilities located in Sheridan, WY. The contract, beginning March 22, 2025, will span six months with three additional six-month options. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in various areas, including patient care and administrative spaces, totaling approximately 160,524 square feet, and will implement established aseptic cleaning techniques to ensure a germ-free environment.
Essential tasks include daily trash removal, disinfecting high-touch surfaces, and cleaning restrooms and patient areas. Contractors must supply trained personnel who understand cleaning protocols and safety regulations, and who maintain a professional demeanor. The Sheridan VA will provide cleaning supplies and will conduct regular performance evaluations, addressing any deficiencies immediately.
Contractor employees must undergo background checks and adhere to strict conduct and security protocols, including maintaining workplace decorum and using personal identification badges. This RFP emphasizes the importance of sanitation in healthcare settings, demonstrating the government's aim to uphold high cleanliness standards in VA facilities, ensuring a safe environment for veterans and staff alike.
The document outlines the VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction, emphasizing requirements for offerors seeking contracts under the VA. It specifies restrictions on subcontracting based on the type of work, categorizing it into services, general construction, and special trade construction. Offerors must ensure that a certain percentage of the contract value is retained within Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), with specified limits of 50%, 85%, and 75%, respectively. The document also includes stipulations regarding potential legal consequences for false certification, including criminal and civil penalties, and obligates offerors to provide documentation to verify compliance. Additionally, the offeror must complete a formal certification as part of the bidding process, with non-compliance leading to ineligibility for contract evaluation. This document serves as a critical component of federal contracting, ensuring that veteran-owned businesses receive due consideration, thus promoting economic opportunities for veterans while adhering to legal obligations.