CHPP Industrial Hygiene

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation FA500426Q0003, originally dated 05 May 2026.

• The Response Due Time has been changed from 12:00 PM to 11:00 AM.

• The Response Due Date has been extended from 12 May 2026 to 29 May 2026.

• Solicitation/Contract Form

• The deadline for proposal submissions has been extended to 29 May 2026 at 11:00 AM.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for "CHPP Industrial Hygiene" services, identified by Product Service Code S299. The acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• The core service is "CHPP Industrial Hygiene".

• The document references a "Performance Work Statement Hygiene" (Attachment 01) for detailed requirements.

• DFARS clause 252.222-7000 "Restrictions on Employment of Personnel" is incorporated, requiring the contractor to employ individuals in Alaska who possess or can acquire the necessary skills.

• DFARS clause 252.237-7023 "Continuation of Essential Contractor Services" is included, identifying services as essential and requiring a Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan.

• Contractors must not provide services or products requiring the use of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS).

• Health and safety on Government installations are paramount, requiring contractors to take all reasonable steps to prevent accidents and preserve health and safety.

• Contractor access to Department of the Air Force installations requires obtaining base identification and vehicle passes.

• The solicitation includes clauses related to "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors" and "Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations".

• The contract is for commercial products and commercial services.

• The solicitation number is FA500426Q0003.

• The solicitation issue date is May 5, 2026.

• The offer due date is May 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 561790, with a size standard of $9,000,000.00.

• The contract includes options for "CHPP Industrial Hygiene Option Year One" through "Option Year Four", each for 12 months.

• The contract period of performance for the base year is July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. Option years extend through June 30, 2031.

• Offers are due by May 12, 2026, 12:00 PM.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical, Past Performance, and Price.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference.

• Payment instructions are detailed via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• This acquisition is 100% set aside for Small Business.

• Several attachments are referenced, including a Performance Work Statement, an Addendum to FAR clauses, a Mission Essential Plan, and a Wage Determination.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of contracting, including representations, certifications, and special requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for a Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan (MECSP) required for the CHPP Industrial Hygiene services at Eielson AFB, Alaska. It outlines how a contractor will maintain essential services during a crisis situation, as per DFARS provisions.

• Introduction: States the plan is developed in accordance with DFARS provisions for continuation of essential contractor services.
• Objective: To provide mission-essential CHPP Industrial Hygiene services during a crisis.
• Purpose: Details how the plan prepares the contractor to maintain operational capability during extended service outages caused by a crisis.
• Emergency Notification Contacts: Provides a table for key personnel contact information (Name, Title, Mobile Phone).
• Assumptions: Requires a description of the plan's assumptions.
• Continued Performance: Addresses crisis declaration, plan invocation, challenges, initiation of personnel/equipment, alert/notification procedures, and communication expectations.
• Maintenance and Review: Requires a description of how the plan will be maintained.
• Pricing: States that services will be paid at contract prices upon activation.
• Deactivation: Outlines that services continue until notified by the Contracting Officer to cease.
• Signature Page: Includes fields for Contractor Point of Contact, Signature, Phone Number(s), Email Address, and Date.

Bidders responding to the associated RFQ (FA500426Q0003) must use this template to develop and submit their own Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan. This plan is a critical component for ensuring service continuity during crisis events and will likely be a key factor in proposal evaluation.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5683, Revision No. 26) for the State of Alaska, specifically for the Alaska Counties of Fairbanks North. It lists various occupational classifications and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required under the Service Contract Act (SCA).

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a government contract that falls under the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. It establishes the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work on such a contract. Bidders must ensure their proposed pricing reflects these mandated rates to be compliant. Key information includes:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles with their minimum hourly pay.
• Fringe Benefits: Details on Health & Welfare benefits, including specific rates for SCA and Executive Order (EO) 13706 compliance.
• Paid Sick Leave: Information regarding EO 13706 requirements for paid sick leave.
• Executive Order 13658: Details on the minimum wage rate applicable to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022.
• Vacation and Holiday Pay: Specifies requirements for paid vacation and holidays.
• Conformance Process: Instructions for requesting authorization for additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination using Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444).

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide industrial and general cleaning services for the Central Heat and Power Plant (CHPP) at Eielson Air Force Base, addressing hazardous working conditions including coal dust and heat exposure.

• General Cleaning: Services include cleaning all vertical and horizontal surfaces, removing coal/ash dust, grease, and oil. This goes beyond normal dusting.

• Work Zones: The plant is divided into seven zones. Zones 1-6 are rotated on a 6-week schedule, with each zone serviced weekly. Zone 7 includes office areas, restrooms, and break rooms, serviced daily.

• Specific Tasks:

  • Dusting and Wipe Down Services (scraping, dusting, washing surfaces; no compressed air; vacuums must be explosion-proof except in office areas).
  • Floor Maintenance (cleaning to remove dirt, debris, dust, foreign matter; returning moved items to original position).
  • Trash Removal (daily emptying of trash containers, replacing liners as needed, depositing trash in designated containers).
  • Cleaning Drinking Fountains (free of streaks, stains, spots, smudges, scale).
  • Basic Restroom/Locker Room Cleaning (stocking supplies, cleaning and disinfecting all surfaces, de-scaling showers, toilets, and urinals monthly).

• Basic Cleaning Services (SS-1): Surfaces free from excessive build-up; trash cans emptied daily. No more than 2 valid defects per month.

• Basic Restroom Services (SS-2): Accomplish all cleaning tasks. No more than 2 valid defects per month.

• VPP Requirements (SS-3): Perform work safely per OSHA standards. Report damage/accidents promptly. No more than 2 valid defects per month.

• Services performed Monday through Friday, 0730 to 1630 local time, excluding federal holidays.

• Location: Central Heat and Power Plant, Eielson Air Force Base.

• Safety: Compliance with 29 CFR 1910 OSHA General Industry Regulations. Use of ladders, lifts, scaffolding, mops, explosion-proof vacuums, respirators, fall protection required. Employees must wear long sleeve shirts/coveralls and safety toe shoes.

• Personnel: Minimum of two personnel on shift for safety. Supervisor required during duty hours. All employees must sign in/out and inform supervisor of location.

• Security: CHPP is a secure facility; all personnel require escort by government personnel. Background checks (LAC, NAC) and Restricted Area Badges (RAB) may be required for unescorted access.

• Quality Control: Contractor must develop and submit a Quality Control Plan (QCP) within seven (7) calendar days prior to contract start date.

• Deliverables: OSHA Certification, QCP, Comprehensive Work Schedule, Employee Background Checks, Employee Roster, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous materials.

• Government Furnished: Emergency medical treatment and transportation (reimbursable), entry authorization list template, zone maps, and floor plans.

Amendment / Modification

This document contains addenda to FAR clauses 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and 52.212-2 (Evaluation--Commercial Items).

Addendum to 52.212-1:

• Quotation Preparation: Quotes must be submitted electronically via email in four sections: Administrative, Technical Capabilities, Past Performance, and Price.
• Submission Deadline: Quotes are due no later than May 29, 2026, 11:00 AM Alaskan Standard Time.
• Questions Deadline: Questions must be submitted via email no later than May 15, 2026, 2:00 PM Alaskan Standard Time.
• Administrative Section: Must include contractor name, address, phone number, CAGE code, DUNS number, POCs, solicitation number, and a statement of price firming for at least 90 days.
• Technical Capabilities: Offerors must submit a statement outlining how they will meet or exceed PWS requirements. This will be evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis.
• Past Performance: The Government will use various sources, including PPIRS, FAPIIS, CPARS, and other databases/interviews.
• Price Section: Pricing must be submitted for all CLINs identified on SF1449, including unit prices and total line-item pricing.

Addendum to 52.212-2:

• Evaluation Basis: Award will be made to the technically acceptable contractor providing the quote deemed most advantageous, considering Technical, Past Performance, and Price. Past Performance is more important than Price.

• Factor 1 - Technical Capability: Evaluated as Acceptable/Unacceptable. Proposals must demonstrate a viable plan for staffing, equipment, and scheduling.

• Factor 2 - Past Performance: Assessed based on recency, relevancy, and quality. A Performance Confidence Assessment (PCA) rating will be assigned. Definitions for recency (within 5 years), relevancy (matching PWS scope/complexity), and quality are provided. Only "Very Relevant" and "Relevant" past performance will be used for the final PCA rating.

• Factor 3 - Price: Evaluated for reasonableness and completeness using the Total Evaluated Price (TEP) method. Prices must be fair and reasonable.

• Basis for Award: Award will be made on a best-value tradeoff basis. Technical acceptability is evaluated first. Then, past performance is assessed. Price is evaluated for fairness and reasonableness. A best value tradeoff decision will be made, considering the benefit of paying a price premium for higher past performance, especially given the hazardous nature of the work environment.

• FAR Clause 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors)

• FAR Clause 52.212-2 (Evaluation--Commercial Items)

• Proposal submission deadlines and question submission deadlines are specified.

• Evaluation criteria and the relative importance of Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price are detailed.

• The basis for award is clarified as best value tradeoff, with Past Performance being more important than Price.