MRC Operations and Maintenance Support Services, Laurel, MD
ID: FDA-2026-129160-PreSOLType: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFFOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATIONFOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATIONROCKVILLE, MD, 20857, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

OPERATION OF MAINTENANCE BUILDINGS (M1EB)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking qualified small business vendors to provide Operations and Maintenance Support Services at the Muirkirk Road Complex in Laurel, Maryland. This procurement involves an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a five-year ordering period, aimed at ensuring continuous operations for critical laboratory research and animal testing facilities. The contract encompasses a range of services, including routine maintenance, emergency repairs, and specialized technical support, with a maximum value of $49 million. Interested parties must have an active registration in SAM.gov and are encouraged to review the draft solicitation package available online, as no proposals or questions will be accepted during the presolicitation phase. For further inquiries, vendors may contact Sarah Hussain at sarah.hussain@fda.hhs.gov or Maria L. Finan at Linda.Finan@fda.hhs.gov.

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    The document outlines the facilities at the Food & Drug Administration Muirkirk Road Complex, detailing the layout and purpose of various buildings and areas. The complex includes main office and laboratory buildings (MOD1, BRF), multiple animal research facilities (B1-B4, C2-C6), specialized animal clinics (Small Animal Clinic B1, Large Animal Clinic and Necropsy C1), and support structures such as a Mechanical Plant & Shops (D1), Feed Processing (D2), Poultry (E), Quarantine (F), Aquaculture (H), and Hay Storage (L). This detailed inventory serves as Appendix A, providing facility maps and layout for the complex, likely for logistical, operational, or planning purposes related to federal government activities such as RFPs or grants.
    Appendix C, Labor Categories (Solicitation # 75F40126R00006), defines labor categories, duties, responsibilities, and minimum qualifications for personnel performing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) services. This document is crucial for task orders issued under the Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, establishing requirements for both Key and Non-Key Personnel. It outlines general requirements applicable to all positions, including professional conduct, background checks, training, safety, English proficiency, and physical capabilities. The appendix also details substitution and waiver procedures for qualifications, emphasizing non-waivable requirements like Maryland Stationary Engineer licenses. Key Personnel positions, such as Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Chief Engineer, Stationary Engineers, High Voltage Electrician, BAS Controls Technician, and Office Administrator, have specific duties, education, experience, and certification mandates. Non-Key Personnel, including HVACR Mechanics, Plumbers, Electricians, Maintenance Mechanics (Journeyman and Apprentice), General Maintenance Workers, Painters, and Carpenters, also have defined qualifications. The document concludes with minimum staffing requirements, especially for 24/7 operations, and comprehensive quality control measures, including personnel qualification verification and performance evaluation.
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for operations and maintenance (O&M) support services at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Muirkirk Road Complex (MRC) in Laurel, Maryland. The contract has a 5-year ordering period with a minimum guarantee of $1,000,000 and a maximum ceiling of $49,000,000. Services are categorized into routine O&M, preventive maintenance, repair, project, specialized technical, emergency, and specialized facility services. The PWS details general requirements including contractor qualifications, personnel standards, security, safety, quality control, and government/contractor-furnished items. It also covers task order procedures, performance requirements summary (PRS) with tiered performance objectives, standard terms and conditions, deliverables, place of performance, contract administration, transition requirements, and pricing structure. The MRC is a 198-acre campus with research laboratory spaces (BSL-1, BSL-2, BSL-3) requiring continuous operations and specialized environmental controls, emphasizing compliance with various federal, state, and local regulations and industry standards like AAALAC and OSHA.
    This government file outlines the "PRICE MODEL — INSTRUCTIONS (SCLS-compliant)" for federal RFPs, focusing on a detailed financial submission workbook. The document provides instructions for completing various tabs: Summary, Labor Catalog & Rates (Tab B), Routine O&M FFP (Tab C), Snow & Ice (Tab D), Assumptions (Tab E), NSR Transformer FFP (Tab F), and Basis of Estimate (Tab G). Key aspects include adherence to Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS) for wage and health & welfare rates, the calculation of the Total Evaluated Price (TEP) based on labor, routine operations and maintenance, snow and ice services, and non-standard repairs. The document specifies required inputs (yellow cells), optional inputs (blue cells), and calculated/locked cells (gray cells). It also details a submission checklist, labor categories with SCLS mapping, and scenarios for snow and ice services. The overall purpose is to standardize and clarify the pricing submission process for government contracts, ensuring compliance and accurate cost evaluation.
    The provided file contains contact information for PSC Graphics, specifically a phone number (301) 443-1090 and the initials EF. Given the context of government RFPs, federal grants, and state/local RFPs, this entry is likely a reference to a vendor or a point of contact for graphic services. The brevity of the file suggests it is an internal note, a listing within a larger directory, or a quick reference for procurement or project management purposes related to government contracts that may require graphic design or printing services.
    This Wage Determination (No. 2015-4281, Revision 34, dated 07/08/2025) outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service contracts in the District of Columbia, specific Maryland counties (Charles, Prince George's), and Virginia counties (Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fauquier, Loudoun, Manassas, Manassas Park, Prince William, Stafford). It details hourly wage rates for various occupations, from administrative support to technical roles, and specifies fringe benefits including health & welfare, vacation, and holidays. The document emphasizes compliance with Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75/hour) and 13658 ($13.30/hour) for applicable contracts, outlining paid sick leave requirements under EO 13706. It also includes provisions for hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and a conformance process for unlisted job classifications.
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines requirements for comprehensive operations and maintenance (O&M) services at the FDA Muirkirk Road Complex (MRC) in Laurel, Maryland. The contractor will provide 24/7 support for three facilities: Module I, Module II, and the Beltsville Research Facility, which house mission-critical laboratory research and animal testing. Services include operations and monitoring, preventive maintenance, reactive maintenance, and specialized technical support for architectural, HVACR, boiler, chiller, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and laboratory systems. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to federal, state, local, and industry standards, including OSHA, EPA, and AAALAC accreditation. The contractor must provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and management, and will be responsible for a transition plan, various operational programs (e.g., safety, quality control, environmental), and extensive documentation. Certain major capital improvements, research equipment, IT systems, general custodial services, grounds maintenance, and pest control are explicitly excluded from the scope.
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for snow and ice removal services at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Muirkirk Road Complex (MRC) in Laurel, Maryland. The primary objectives are to ensure safe access, maintain critical FDA operations 24/7, protect government property, comply with environmental regulations, and provide rapid, responsive service during winter weather events. The contract spans a base period and four optional one-season periods (November 1 to April 30 annually). Services include snow plowing, sidewalk clearing, de-icing, snow hauling, snow stake management, and spring cleanup, with strict performance standards and response times. The contractor must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials, adhering to industry best practices and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The PWS details pricing structures, deliverables, personnel qualifications, safety, and environmental compliance, emphasizing the continuous nature of research and animal care operations at the 198-acre MRC campus.
    This task order outlines the replacement of a 36-year-old, 2000 KVA oil-filled transformer at the FDA Muirkirk Road Complex, MOD-1, which has shown internal arcing and insulation failure, compromising mission-critical research operations. The project, under a Firm Fixed Price contract, requires the contractor to provide all materials, labor, and supervision to remove the old transformer and install a new 2000 KVA, 3-Phase, 60Hz, oil-filled hermetically sealed unit. Key requirements include NETA-certified technicians for all phases, adherence to all applicable codes and safety standards (OSHA, NEC, ASME, EPA for fluid disposal), and a one-year warranty on materials and labor. The period of performance is 45 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with specific deliverables such as shop drawings and a final test readings report. The government will provide site access, existing plans, and photography, while the contractor is responsible for quality control and ensuring code compliance.
    The Past Performance Questionnaire is a critical document used in government solicitations (RFPs, grants) to evaluate an offeror's past contract performance. It assesses various aspects through a structured rating system (Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unacceptable, Not Applicable) and requires detailed narrative support. Key assessment elements include Cost/Price Control, Schedule Adherence, Performance quality, Business Relations, and Personnel Qualifications. The questionnaire also seeks an overall rating, identifies contractor strengths and weaknesses, and asks if the reference would re-award a contract to the offeror. This comprehensive evaluation tool helps agencies make informed decisions by providing insights into a contractor's reliability and effectiveness, certified by the reference's signature.
    The MRC O&M Solicitation – Pre-Proposal Questions Template (v2.2 FINAL) is a government document designed to standardize the submission of questions from offerors regarding the MRC O&M IDIQ solicitation (No. 75F40126R00006). This template ensures a structured process for vendors to submit inquiries, suggest corrections, and identify specific sections of the solicitation for clarification. Offerors are instructed to complete only the yellow columns, providing company name, question type, subsection, the question itself, and optional suggested corrections. The gray columns are reserved for government use, facilitating the classification of questions (technical, contractual, hybrid), providing official responses, tracking required document changes, and noting update completion. The document outlines various sections of the solicitation, including the SF-1449, pricing, PWS documents for different services (IDIQ, Routine O&M, Snow Removal, Transformer Replacement), and sections related to instructions and evaluation factors. This structured approach streamlines communication between offerors and the government, ensuring clarity and transparency in the pre-proposal phase of this federal RFP.
    The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a presolicitation notice for MRC Operations and Maintenance Support Services in Laurel, MD. This notice is for informational purposes only, providing a DRAFT Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) Performance Work Statement (PWS) and solicitation package to allow interested parties to review requirements and prepare. The official solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov after agency review. No proposals or questions are being accepted at this time. This procurement is set-aside for small business vendors with NAICS code 561210 and a $49.0M size standard. The FDA intends to award one Firm-Fixed-Price IDIQ contract with a five-year ordering period, using best-value tradeoff procedures. All vendors must have an active SAM.gov registration at the time of official submission.
    This government solicitation outlines requirements for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Support Services at the FDA Muirkirk Road Complex. The contract has a five-year ordering period and a maximum value of $49,000,000. It details various pricing arrangements for task orders (firm-fixed-price, time-and-materials, labor-hour, unit pricing), with proposed labor rates serving as ceiling rates. Key aspects include comprehensive performance work statements, inspection and acceptance criteria, and specific requirements for security, key personnel, and information security. Proposals will be evaluated based on corporate experience, key personnel, management approach, technical approach, and past performance, with non-price factors being significantly more important than price.
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