This document is an amendment to a combined solicitation (36C25626Q0123) for Housekeeping Equipment Preventive Maintenance and Repair for the Department of Veterans Affairs, G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VAMC in Jackson, MS. The response deadline has been extended to December 17, 2025, at 4 PM Central Time. The solicitation is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC). Key questions addressed include confirmation of the correct Wage Determination (now attached), clarification that either a company or an employee can hold OEM certifications for Schedule A equipment, and the provision of specific brand names for equipment listed in Attachment A (now attached as "Copy of EIL 11-26-2025"). The amendment also includes the "Service Contract Act WD 2015-5153" document.

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 36C25626Q0123, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VAMC. The primary purpose of this amendment, effective December 1, 2025, is to extend the deadline for the receipt of offers to December 11, 2025, at 4 PM CST. Additionally, it addresses questions and answers related to the solicitation, provides a detailed equipment worksheet, and includes a Wage Determination, all as separate attachments. This modification ensures all potential offerors have updated information and sufficient time to submit their proposals, maintaining the integrity of the solicitation process.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting bids for housekeeping equipment preventive maintenance and repair services at the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VAMC in Jackson, MS. This solicitation, numbered 36C25626Q0123, is a Set-Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC) under NAICS code 561720. The response deadline is December 5, 2025, at 4 PM Central Time. Interested parties should refer to the attached documents for full solicitation details, including wage determinations and past performance reference requirements. Stephanie Watts is the point of contact for this solicitation.

The document provides a detailed list of floor maintenance equipment, including scrubbers, burnishers, and wet/dry vacuums. Each item is cataloged with an asset description, AEMS_MERS Ref ID, serial number, model number, category stock number, and a CSN description. The equipment primarily falls under "SCRUBBING MACHINE FLOOR," "BUFFING & POLISHING MACH," "POLISHER FLOOR ELECTRIC," and "CLEANER VACUUM ELECTRIC" categories. This inventory appears to be part of an asset management system, likely for tracking and managing equipment within a government entity, ensuring proper resource allocation and maintenance for facility upkeep.

This government solicitation (36C25626Q0123) by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16, is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Hospital Equipment Maintenance and Repair services for housekeeping equipment at the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS. The acquisition is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside under NAICS code 561720 with a size standard of $22 Million. The contract includes a base year (January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026) and four option years, covering preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and repair services for various floor care machines. Key requirements include a minimum of three years of contractor experience in similar facilities, OEM-certified technicians, and adherence to a strict schedule of monthly preventive and corrective maintenance visits. Deliverables include PM checks, replacement parts, standard and emergency service responses, detailed service reports, and compliance with check-in/check-out procedures and security regulations. The contract outlines specific clauses regarding payment, disputes, and termination, emphasizing electronic invoice submission and adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and VA Acquisition Regulations (VAAR).

The document, "ATTACHMENT B - PAST PERFORMANCE REFERENCES," is a standardized template for collecting past performance information from contractors, likely for government RFPs, federal grants, or state/local RFPs. It requires details for three separate references, each covering the organization's name and address, contract number, a brief description of the work, the contractor's role (prime or sub-contractor), dates of performance, total contract cost, and any awards, incentives, or deductions. A critical component is the disclosure of any terminations for cause or default, requiring an explanation if applicable. Additionally, contact information for a Point Of Contact/COR, including title, telephone number, and email address, is requested, along with a section for general comments. This structure ensures a comprehensive review of a contractor's past work and reliability.