AMENDMENT 0001 - FY 26 Barnes Center Interior Cleaning Service

This Request for Quote (RFQ), solicitation number FA330026R2004, is issued by the 42nd Contracting Squadron at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. The Government is seeking a contractor to provide interior cleaning services for the Barnes Center facility (G1143, Air Force SNCO Academy) located at Maxwell AFB, Gunter Annex, AL, in accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW). The solicitation is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 561720 (Janitorial Services), with a size standard of $22.0 million. The Government intends to award a single, firm-fixed-price contract to the responsible offeror who submits the lowest-priced, technically acceptable quote. To be considered technically acceptable, offerors must submit a written statement confirming they can meet all SOW requirements without exception, provide lead times for all services, and agree to complete the work within 90 days of contract award. Proposals must also include a detailed technical solution, pricing for CLIN 0001, and completed telecommunications representations. A site visit is scheduled for September 1, 2026, at 10:30 AM CDT. Attendees must register by August 28, 2026, and present a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance. All questions regarding this solicitation are due by September 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM CDT. Completed quotes must be submitted via email to the designated points of contact by September 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for a one-time, comprehensive interior deep cleaning of the Barnes Center (Building G1143, Air Force SNCO Academy) located at Maxwell AFB, Gunter Annex, Alabama. The project involves cleaning all interior surfaces above nine feet in height across the 75,000-square-foot facility, which reaches a maximum servicing height of 40 feet. The primary objective is to eliminate dirt, grime, mold, mildew, and environmental debris to ensure a safe, sanitary, and professional environment for staff and approximately 4,500 annual attendees. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, supervision, tools, and specialized equipment—including lifts, scaffolding, and ladders—to perform the work. Operations must strictly comply with OSHA standards, local permits, and specific 42 ABW Environmental Management guidelines, which prohibit harsh chemicals like bleach and require prior approval for any cleaning products. Performance must be completed within 90 days after receipt of order (ARO), with standard work hours set between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The SOW details strict base access regulations, including mandatory REAL ID-compliant credentials, commercial vehicle inspections, and security protocols. Additionally, the contractor must adhere to strict environmental protection measures, including stormwater permit compliance, proper wastewater management, and safe debris disposal. final acceptance of the work is subject to a 10-business-day government review period.

This document is a federal Service Contract Act (SCA) Wage Determination (No. 2015-4607, Revision 30, dated August 20, 2026) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor for the state of Alabama, covering Autauga, Elmore, Lowndes, and Montgomery counties. It establishes the minimum hourly wages and fringe benefits required for various labor categories on federal service contracts in these areas. Key aspects of the document include: - **Occupational Wage Rates:** Lists hourly rates across multiple job families, including administrative support, automotive service, health, information technology, mechanics, and protective services. - **Fringe Benefits:** Specifies health and welfare benefit rates of $5.92 per hour (or $5.42 per hour under Executive Order 13706 for contracts requiring paid sick leave). It mandates a minimum of eleven paid holidays and a structured vacation plan based on length of service. - **Executive Orders:** Outlines compliance guidelines for EO 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors). - **Pay Differentials and Allowances:** Details rules for night and Sunday premiums for air traffic controllers and weather observers, hazardous duty pay differentials (4% to 8% for ordnance work), and uniform maintenance allowances. - **Conformance Process:** Explains the Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444) procedure to establish wage rates and classifications for unlisted labor categories.

This federal solicitation document (Document Number FA330026R2004), issued by the Department of the Air Force, establishes the contract clauses and provisions required for a forthcoming procurement. Incorporating both Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, the document outlines critical compliance standards, representation requirements, and administrative procedures for potential offerors. Key components of the document include: - **Incorporated Clauses:** A comprehensive list of clauses incorporated by reference, covering topics such as whistleblower rights, System for Award Management (SAM) registration, small business set-asides, and prohibitions on purchasing from specific restricted regions or entities (e.g., the Maduro regime and the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region). - **Invoicing and Payment:** Detailed instructions for utilizing the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system for electronic invoicing, specifying the "Invoice 2in1" format for service-based line items and listing routing codes (DoDAACs) for billing and administration. - **Labor Standards:** A Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires, identifying a Janitor (WG-11150-02) position with an hourly rate of $14.64. - **Certifications and Representations:** Full-text provisions requiring offerors to certify independent price determination, disclose any foreign ownership or delinquent tax liabilities, rerepresent small business status, and certify compliance with the Buy American statute and domestic content thresholds. The document serves as a regulatory framework ensuring that all participating contractors meet federal legal, financial, and security guidelines before and during contract performance.