Grounds Maintenance VALLHCS Base +4
ID: 36C26225Q0279Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/aed2430ec6a743e9848b136bfdb0e615/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Veterans Affairs Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHCS), is seeking qualified contractors for grounds maintenance services covering approximately 135,000 square feet of lawn in Loma Linda, California. The procurement involves comprehensive lawn care tasks such as biweekly mowing, trimming, shrub maintenance, and debris clean-up, with a base year contract and four optional renewal years. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the safety and aesthetics of the healthcare facility's outdoor areas, and it emphasizes the participation of Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB). Interested contractors must submit their company credentials and capability statements by January 6, 2025, and should contact Jordan Alonzo at jordan.alonzo@va.gov or 505-767-6094 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jordan Alonzo
    (505) 767-6094
    jordan.alonzo@va.gov
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    36C26225Q0279-Sources Sought.pdf
    The VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHCS) is seeking sources for grounds maintenance services encompassing approximately 135,000 square feet of lawn. This Sources Sought Notice is intended for market research, particularly to identify qualified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), and other small businesses capable of fulfilling the requirements outlined. The contract involves comprehensive lawn care, including biweekly mowing, trimming, maintenance of shrubbery, and debris clean-up, over a base year with four optional renewal years. Contractors must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials. Key responsibilities include maintaining safety around work areas, adhering to environmental regulations, and ensuring all work is conducted safely and efficiently. Contractors must possess relevant licenses and certifications and must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) as well as the Department of Veterans Affairs’ VetCert Registry. Submissions are due by January 6, 2025, and must include company credentials and a capability statement detailing qualifications. This notice serves as an initial step in assessing available contractors but does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to enter into a contract, emphasizing the government’s obligation to consider SDVOSB participation.
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