Amendment 0002 - Combined Synopsis Solicitation - 36C78625Q50020 - Janitorial Service for Richmond National Cemetery & Other Satellite Cemeteries -- S201
ID: QSE--36C78625Q50020Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

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

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Janitorial Services (561720)

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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 seeking bids for janitorial services at the Richmond National Cemetery and its five satellite cemeteries, with a focus on maintaining cleanliness and dignity in these important sites. The contract, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), will cover a base year and four optional renewal years, requiring comprehensive cleaning of eight public restrooms and the Fort Harrison Lodge, excluding federal holidays. This procurement emphasizes the importance of maintaining a respectful environment while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and operational standards. Quotations must be submitted electronically by November 18, 2024, following a mandatory site visit on November 7, 2024; interested parties can contact Sarah Poole at sarah.poole1@va.gov for further information.

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    This government document is an amendment to a solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically concerning cleaning services at various locations under the National Cemetery Administration. It provides a detailed outline of the amendment process, emphasizing the importance of acknowledgment from offerors regarding receipt of the amendment prior to the defined deadline. The document includes a Q&A section addressing inquiries from potential offerors; notably, it clarifies that only one scheduled site visit occurred at Fort Harrison Lodge, with all other locations being accessible for independent inspection during normal business hours. Additionally, it specifies that the five other locations only require restroom cleaning and trash disposal, with one cemetery lacking public restroom facilities. The amendment underscores the federal procurement process's reliance on clear communication and compliance among contractors while facilitating the necessary updates related to the solicitation.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for janitorial services at the Richmond National Cemetery and its satellite cemeteries through a combined synopsis/solicitation (36C78625Q50020). This request is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The contract will cover a base year with four optional renewal years, focusing on cleaning eight public restrooms and the Fort Harrison Lodge daily, excluding federal holidays. Critical requirements include comprehensive cleaning, emptying trash receptacles, and maintaining supplies while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and respect for the cemetery environment. Quotations must be submitted electronically by November 18, 2024, following a mandatory site visit on November 7, 2024. The evaluation process emphasizes the lowest price meeting technical requirements and past performance, with a firm fixed-price contract anticipated. Compliance with stringent standards—including insurance coverage, ethical conduct, and appropriate subcontracting limits—is also mandated. This solicitation underscores the VA's commitment to maintaining the dignity of national cemeteries while promoting small business participation.
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