Pest Control Service Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery -- S207
ID: QSE--36C78625Q50007Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786)QUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

NAICS

Exterminating and Pest Control Services (561710)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- INSECT/RODENT CONTROL (S207)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8ed43f26e2b345d3b8d8a080623ff777/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide pest control services at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois, under solicitation number 36C78625Q50007. The contract includes a base year and four optional renewal years, requiring services such as monthly pest inspections, seasonal mosquito spraying, and installation of monitoring devices, all to be conducted in a professional manner due to the sensitive nature of the cemetery environment. This procurement emphasizes the importance of maintaining public safety and aesthetic integrity while adhering to federal standards and regulations. Interested parties must submit their quotes by October 11, 2024, and can contact Contracting Officer Olalekan Ismail at olalekan.ismail@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Olalekan IsmailContracting Officer
    olalekan.ismail@va.gov
    Files
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    Instruction to Offerors - Omaha National Cemetery.docx
    The document outlines the Request for Quote (RFQ) instructions for vendors interested in providing pest control services in Illinois for the federal government. Key requirements include registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) and submission of quotes in four distinct volumes. Volume A must contain company information, legal documentation, and certifications, including a signed SF1449 and a completed VAAR clause. Volume B requires a technical submission demonstrating pest control experience, state licensing, and an eradication plan. Volume C involves providing past performance references evaluated based on similar projects. Volume D focuses on the proposed pricing. The evaluation process prioritizes a Firm Fixed Price contract and considers technical capabilities, past performance, and pricing in a comparative analysis. Technical evaluation includes the contractor's qualification, experience, and safety data. The government retains discretion to award contracts based on overall best value, not merely lowest price, ensuring comprehensive assessment of vendor capabilities and past success. This structured approach ensures that vendors meet specific criteria, providing robust pest control solutions while adhering to federal standards and regulations.
    P09 SOW-PEST CONTROL - Final.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration (NCA) solicits pest control services for the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL, under a contract comprising a base period and four optional years. Work hours are set from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CDT, with specific provisions for mosquito control during dusk. Required qualifications include three years of experience for the Site Manager and one year for contract personnel, along with a valid Illinois commercial applicator’s license. The contractor must maintain professional behavior, adhere to dress codes, and avoid disrupting cemetery activities. Services include monthly pest inspections, treatment of interior areas, installation of bait stations, and seasonal mosquito control—executed in compliance with EPA regulations. Key tasks entail extensive monitoring and pest management across several specified buildings and outdoor areas, ensuring both public safety and aesthetic integrity. The contractor is also responsible for notifying cemetery officials before mosquito control spraying, reinforcing operational coordination. This proposal emphasizes maintaining standards in a sensitive environment while ensuring effective pest management operations.
    Solicitation.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation (number 36C78625Q50007) from the Department of Veterans Affairs for pest control services at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois. The project consists of a base year and four optional renewal years, with services required between December 1, 2024, and November 30, 2029. Key responsibilities include monthly pest control inspections and treatments, seasonal mosquito spraying, and the installation of monitoring devices throughout the cemetery facilities. Contractors are required to have specific experience and certifications, including a valid Illinois commercial applicator's license. The document specifies stringent guidelines for contractor conduct, emphasizing professionalism and respect on cemetery grounds, especially due to interactions with grieving visitors. Requests for quotes are due by October 11, 2024, with submissions managed through the System of Award Management (SAM). The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses, particularly those owned by service-disabled veterans. Compliance with contract clauses and safety measures is mandated to ensure project integrity and adherence to government standards.
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