Hines Janitorial Re-Solicitation (2/1/25-1/31/26)
ID: 36C25225Q0145Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Janitorial Services (561720)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- CUSTODIAL JANITORIAL (S201)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for janitorial services at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois, for the period from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, management, and supervision to ensure comprehensive custodial services, adhering to specific performance standards and compliance with the Service Contract Labor Standards. This contract, valued at approximately $22 million, is crucial for maintaining a clean and safe healthcare environment, supporting the hospital's mission of delivering outstanding patient care. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by December 23, 2024, at 3:00 PM Central Time, and can direct inquiries to Dustin Biermann at Dustin.Biermann@va.gov or by phone at 414-844-4861.

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    This document outlines Wage Determination No. 2015-5017 issued by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Service Contract Act. It specifies minimum wage rates required for federal contracts depending on the contract's start date and prevailing executive orders. For contracts initiated or extended after January 30, 2022, the minimum wage is $17.20 per hour, while contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, mandate a minimum of $12.90 per hour. The document details various occupations and their corresponding wage rates across several sectors in Illinois, including administrative support, automotive service, food preparation, health occupations, and more. Additionally, it addresses fringe benefits entitlement, paid sick leave provisions under Executive Order 13706, and benefits such as health and welfare contributions. Both wage determination and the conformance process for new classifications are specified. The publication serves as a resource for federal contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards and worker protections, emphasizing adherence to classified pay rates and benefits. Overall, the document plays a vital role in guiding organizations engaged in federal contracts on payment and benefits compliance.
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for janitorial services at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois. The contract, with a total award amount set at $22 million, covers comprehensive custodial duties aimed at ensuring a clean and safe healthcare environment. The contractor will provide labor, management, and supervision required for these services in compliance with specific performance standards. Notable stipulations include adherence to Service Contract Labor Standards, a requirement for the contractor’s employees to pass health checks and undergo security clearance, and the need for training in infection control. The document specifies operational guidelines, including the scope of cleaning duties, frequency of services, staffing requirements, and measures for quality assurance. A site visit is scheduled to give bidders a clearer understanding of the work environment before submitting their proposals. The RFQ aims to attract qualified vendors, with a significant emphasis placed on compliance and quality to support the hospital’s mission of providing outstanding patient care.
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    The document is an amendment to the solicitation 36C25225Q0145 for janitorial services at the Hines VA Hospital, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs. It outlines the amendments including responses to vendor questions, which clarify aspects such as the incumbent contractor, available workspace for the vendor, and parking arrangements for contractor staff. Key changes also involve updating the scope of work, specifically the inclusion of additional areas requiring cleaning. The amendment confirms that the solicitation's closing date remains December 23, 2024, at 3:00 PM Central Time. The responses reveal the previous contract values and the staff requirements under the new solicitation, which are reduced compared to the current contract. Overall, this amendment aims to ensure potential contractors are well-informed and prepared for the bidding process while maintaining the original solicitation's terms and conditions.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs plans to issue a solicitation (36C25225Q0145) for janitorial services at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL, covering a base year from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026, with an option for three additional years. The solicitation is expected to be released on or around December 16, 2024, and quotes must be submitted by December 23, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time. This procurement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC), with the relevant Product Service Code being S201 and the NAICS Code being 561720. Previous solicitation number 36C25225Q0049 has been canceled due to a change in the scope of requirements. The notice emphasizes the importance of engaging veteran-owned businesses in providing vital services to VA healthcare facilities.
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