The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued Amendment 0001 to solicitation 36C25226Q0010, primarily to address vendor questions regarding the Kitchen/Canteen Hood Cleaning Services. Key clarifications include confirming 16 kitchen/canteen hoods, stating that CDET certification for dryer vents is not required, and mandating IKECA certification for hood cleaners, with evidence required at the time of offer submission. This amendment does not extend the offer due date. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The amendment also includes an updated Attachment B, which is a 'Hood Cleaning checklist for contractor.'

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a presolicitation notice for kitchen and dryer exhaust cleaning services. This solicitation, numbered 36C25226Q0010, is a set-aside for the Small Business Administration (SBA) with a NAICS code of 561790 (Services to Buildings and Dwellings) and a product service code of J041. Responses are due by September 1, 2025, at 8:00 AM Central Time, Chicago, USA. The place of performance is the Clement J. Zablocki VAMC in Milwaukee, WI. The point of contact for this solicitation is Derrick Paquette at derrick.paquette@va.gov or 414-844-4859. The contracting office is located at 115 South 84th Street, Suite 101, Milwaukee WI 53214-1476.

This government solicitation, Reference 36C25226Q0010, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Kitchen and Dryer Exhaust Cleaning Services at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. The contract is a firm-fixed-price agreement for a base year and four optional one-year extensions, from October 2025 to October 2030. The services include quarterly and semi-annual cleaning of kitchen exhaust ductwork, hoods, dental hoods, and clothes dryer vents across multiple buildings. The solicitation emphasizes adherence to strict safety protocols, including NFPA Standard 96, OSHA, and VA facility regulations, and mandates electronic invoicing via Tungsten Network. A site visit is scheduled for August 13, 2025, and questions are due by August 15, 2025.

The ZABLOCKI VA MEDICAL CENTER has compiled two preventive maintenance checklists, both revised on April 25, 2025. The first checklist details the preventive maintenance for clothes dryers across various buildings and rooms, including specific types, serial numbers, and maintenance tasks such as cleaning lint traps, flexible ducts, and booster fans, and checking outside vents and flexible duct connections. The second checklist outlines the preventive maintenance schedule for hood cleaning, specifying monthly service for various hoods in locations like the Main Kitchen, Canteen, and CLC Kitchen, covering services from grill/cooktop/oven hoods to dishwasher hoods. Both documents are structured to ensure regular upkeep and compliance with maintenance protocols for essential equipment within the medical center.

The ZABLOCKI VA MEDICAL CENTER PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST outlines routine maintenance tasks for clothes dryers and kitchen hoods. For clothes dryers, the checklist includes cleaning lint traps, flexible ducts, and booster fans, as well as checking outside vents and flex duct connections. It lists various dryer models, brands (Speed Queen, Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Crosley, GE, Frigidaire, Criterion, Estate), and their locations within the facility, indicating a comprehensive inventory for maintenance tracking. The second part of the document details a schedule for interior hood cleaning, including hoods, ducts, and exhausts, across different kitchen areas (Main Kitchen, Canteen, CLC Kitchen) and other locations (Dental). This cleaning is scheduled monthly, with specific items like grills, cooktops, ovens, steam kettles, ranges, fryers, and broilers marked for service. Both checklists include fields for completion dates, times, and service technician names, emphasizing systematic preventive maintenance for critical equipment and ventilation systems at the medical center. The revision date for both checklists is April 25, 2025.

The ZABLOCKI VA MEDICAL CENTER PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST FOR CLOTHES DRYERS is a comprehensive document detailing a maintenance checklist for various clothes dryers across different buildings and rooms within the medical center. The file lists numerous dryers by building, room number, type (Combo or Dryer), manufacturer (Speed Queen, Whirlpool, Amana, Crosley, GE, Maytag, Frigidaire, Criterion, Estate), EE Number, model number, and serial number. The checklist itself outlines essential preventive maintenance tasks, including "CLEAN & VAC LINT TRAP," "CLEAN FLEX DUCT," "CLEAN DUCT," "CLEAN BOOSTER FAN (If applicable)," "CHECK OUTSIDE VENT," and "CHECK FLEX DUCT CONNECTION." The document also includes spaces for "Tech name" and "Date and Time," indicating that it serves as a log for completed maintenance. The revision date is April 25, 2025, suggesting it is a current and regularly updated maintenance protocol. This document is crucial for ensuring the proper functioning and longevity of laundry equipment at the ZABLOCKI VA Medical Center, highlighting a systematic approach to facility maintenance within a government institution.

The document outlines a government file, likely an RFP or grant, detailing various sections and their corresponding page numbers. It systematically lists components such as different types of reports, specifications for general requirements, and specific sections for plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems. The file also includes sections for data communication, fire alarm systems, and site work. The repetitive nature of entries for 'Type I, II, and III' across several categories suggests a structured approach to categorizing or prioritizing requirements. The extensive list of numbered sections indicates a comprehensive and detailed governmental document, likely intended to provide a clear framework for proposals or project execution within federal, state, or local government initiatives.