S--Custodial Services for Sequoia & Kings Canyon NPs

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to questions submitted by potential bidders regarding the RFQ for Custodial Services for Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks.

• HEPA Vacuum Requirement: HEPA vacuums are required for hard surface floor cleaning. For vault toilet locations (CLINs 30 and 70), a HEPA vacuum may not be required if minimal or no hard surfaces necessitate vacuuming. Refer to detailed floor cleaning standards.
• Utilities Availability: A table is provided detailing which of the 11 CLIN locations have reliable water and power. Notably, Cedar Grove Day-Use Vault Toilets (CLIN 7) have neither water nor power.
• Key Pickup: A master key granting access to all 11 locations will be issued. Sufficient parking is available at or near each service location.
• Consumable Supply Pickup: Consumable supplies will be provided by the Government and picked up by the Contractor. Each district has a maintenance shop for collection, with daily restocking. Central supply locations are within the park boundary.
• Past Performance References: Offerors are responsible for determining if their past performance references are comparable to the requirement.
• Bid Bond: A bid bond is not required for this project.
• Prevailing Wage: The contract will be subject to the Department of Labor Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS) for Tulare County.
• Square Footage: A detailed breakdown of the square footage for each serviced location is provided.
• Payment Schedule: Invoices shall be submitted no more frequently than monthly.

This document clarifies specific requirements related to equipment (HEPA vacuums), utilities, supply logistics, and submission criteria, which bidders should consider when preparing their proposals. It also confirms that no bid bond is required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a revised pricing schedule (Revision 1) for the FY26 Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks – Custodial Services opportunity. It provides the structure for offerors to submit their pricing.

• Instructions: Offerors must complete highlighted fields. Failure to price all items may result in a non-responsive offer. Costs for unlisted work should be included in related items. The total of corrected amounts (unit price x quantity x number of locations) will govern in case of summation errors.
• Line Items: The schedule details specific custodial service locations and frequencies, including:
  • Giant Forest Museum Comfort Station (Twice daily)
  • Upper Sherman Parking Lot Comfort Station (Twice daily)
  • Lower Sherman Vault Toilets (Twice daily)
  • Lodgepole Visitor Center Restrooms (Twice daily)
  • Lodgepole Campground Comfort Stations (Once daily)
  • Sunset Campground Comfort Stations (Once daily)
  • Five optional items for various campground and day-use vault toilets/comfort stations.
• Quantity Adjustment: The quantity has been adjusted based on the anticipated award date. Actual work scheduling will be coordinated between the Contractor and the COR.
• Option Items: Options may be exercised up to 30 days after contract award, potentially adjusting quantities.

This pricing schedule is critical for bidders to understand the scope of services required and to accurately calculate and submit their proposed costs. Bidders must complete all highlighted fields and ensure their pricing reflects the specified locations, frequencies, and quantities. Failure to comply with these instructions may lead to disqualification.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to solicitation 140P8526Q0030 makes the following changes:

• Answers Vendor Questions: Addresses questions received from vendors.

• Revises Combined Synopsis and Solicitation: Incorporates clause 52.217-6, "Option for Increased Quantity."

• Revises Statement of Work (SOW):

  • Page 10, Section 3.3.1(G) "Cedar Grove Day Use Vault Toilets" changed from 'Five locations' to 'Four locations.'
  • Page 10, identifies the "Cedar Grove Area" as 'option items G-K.'

• Revises Quote Sheet: Updates the "Quote and Price Schedule."

• Statement of Work (SOW)

• Combined Synopsis and Solicitation

• Quote Sheet

• The solicitation due date and time has been extended and now closes at 5:00 p.m. Pacific time on April 22, 2026.

• Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• The period of performance is now 05/20/2026 to 09/09/2026.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for custodial services within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI).

• Provide labor, transportation, materials, equipment, and supervision for custodial services.

• Services are required at various visitor use/visitor service facilities, including public restrooms, across Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

• Specific locations include comfort stations and vault toilets in areas such as Lodgepole, Sunset Campground, Cedar Grove, Sheep Creek Campground, Sentinel Creek Campground, Canyon View Campground, and Moraine Campground.

• Cleaning tasks include but are not limited to: bowls, urinals, porcelain ware, damp-wiping surfaces, dusting, glass cleaning, floor maintenance, trash removal, sanitary can servicing, graffiti removal, and handling human/animal waste.

• Contractor must use "green" cleaning products where possible and adhere to specific cleaning standards.

• The period of performance is from the date of award through September 9, 2026.

• Services are seasonal during the parks' busiest times.

• Cleaning frequencies vary by location, with some facilities requiring twice-daily cleaning and others once-daily cleaning.

• Work hours are restricted to between 8 am and 6 pm.

• Contractor must provide all necessary cleaning supplies and equipment, including HEPA vacuums.

• Employees must wear distinctive, clean uniforms and closed-toe shoes.

• Contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including safety regulations for chemicals and blood-borne pathogens.

• Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all cleaning products must be provided.

• Government will furnish toilet paper, trash bags, paper hand towels, and hand soap refills.

• Contractor will be provided with keys to access facilities.

• Employees must display identification upon request and adhere to security protocols, including immediate removal from work sites for violations.

• No audible listening devices or smoking are permitted within 50 feet of any park facility.

• Contractor is responsible for disposal of all trash and recycling in on-site dumpsters.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ 140P8526Q0030) for commercial items, specifically custodial services for Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, California. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract. Funds are not presently available but are expected to become available. The government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.

• Custodial services for Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

• Offerors must submit a work plan detailing their approach to accomplishing the requirements.

• Offerors must identify the use of biobased products for cleaning.

• Contract type: Firm-fixed-price.

• The document does not explicitly state the period of performance or estimated value.

• Submission Deadline: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but the document is a solicitation.

• Submission Method: Email to lisa_henson@nps.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Award will be made based on best value, considering the following factors:

  1. Price
  2. Technical capability
  3. Past Performance

• This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 561720

• Small business size standard: $22.0 million in average annual receipts.

• This is the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Key attachments include: Quote/Price Schedule (Attachment 01), Statement of Work (15 pages), Map of Locations, and DOL Wage Determination.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140P8526Q0030 modifies the following:

• Extends the questioning period from 4/1/2026 to 4/9/2026.

• Provides information regarding site visits.

• The questioning period deadline has been extended.

• Information regarding site visits has been added.

• The deadline for questions has been extended to April 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Pacific time.

• The solicitation closing date remains April 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific time.

• Site visits will be scheduled as needed with a cut-off date of 4/8/2026. Contact Bryceson Kawasaki-Yee for scheduling. Email requests should include 'RFQ 140P8526Q0030, Custodial Services Site Visit' in the subject line. Attendees may need to provide credentials/ID, and transportation is the responsibility of the attendee.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, specifically detailing the Cedar Grove area. It appears to be an informational attachment rather than a form requiring bidder input.

• Topographical map showing elevation lines.
• Roads, including Highway 180 and Park Boundary.
• Campground locations labeled: Sheep Creek CG, Sentinel CG, Canyon View CG, Moraine CG.
• Cedar Grove Visitor Center.
• Scale bar indicating 0.4 miles.
• Latitude and Longitude coordinates.

This map provides geographical context for the opportunity. Bidders may use it to understand the physical location of potential work sites, access routes, and surrounding park features relevant to the scope of services, if the opportunity involves operations or services within this specific area of the park.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map titled "SEKI Web Map" which displays various locations within the SEKI (Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks) area. It is likely provided as an attachment to an opportunity to help bidders visualize the geographic scope or specific sites relevant to a potential contract.

• The map shows topographical features, roads, creeks, and labeled points of interest.
• Labeled locations include:
  • Lewis Creek Vaults
  • North Side Vaults
  • Sentinel Campground
  • Zumwaldt Vaults
  • Roads End Vaults
• It also indicates "Sentinel Ridge" and "Palmer Mountain."
• A scale bar and north arrow are provided for reference.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the physical locations associated with the opportunity. It helps in assessing the scope of work, logistical challenges, and the environment in which services may need to be performed. Bidders should review the map to determine if the locations are accessible and if they have the capability to operate in these areas.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination for the Service Contract Act, specifically for the County of Tulare, California. It lists various occupational codes and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required for federal contracts in that area.

• Occupational Codes and Titles: A comprehensive list of job classifications across various sectors (e.g., Administrative Support, Automotive Service, Health Occupations, Information Technology).
• Wage Rates: The minimum hourly wage that must be paid to employees performing work under these classifications on covered federal contracts.
• Fringe Benefits: Details on required health and welfare benefits, including specific rates per hour and per month, and provisions for paid sick leave (EO 13706) and general minimum wage requirements (EO 13658).
• Holiday and Vacation Policies: Outlines the minimum number of paid holidays and vacation days employees are entitled to based on their length of service.
• Special Notes: Includes information on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave and minimum wage, as well as the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (Conformance Process).

This document is crucial for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. It establishes the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees working on the contract, directly impacting the overall cost of the bid. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these determined rates to comply with federal regulations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 01, a Price Schedule for the FY26 Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks – Custodial Services opportunity. Offerors are required to complete the highlighted fields, which include pricing for various custodial service locations.

• Instructions: Offerors must complete highlighted fields. Failure to price all items may result in a non-responsive offer. Costs for unlisted work should be included in related items. The total of corrected calculations (unit price x quantity x number of locations) will govern in case of summation errors.
• Line Items: The schedule details specific locations requiring custodial services, including:
  • Giant Forest Museum Comfort Station (Twice daily)
  • Upper Sherman Parking Lot Comfort Station (Twice daily)
  • Lower Sherman Vault Toilets (Twice daily)
  • Lodgepole Visitor Center Restrooms (Twice daily)
  • Lodgepole Campground Comfort Stations (Once daily)
  • Sunset Campground Comfort Stations (Once daily)
  • Cedar Grove Day-Use Vault Toilets (Once daily)
  • Sheep Creek Campground Comfort Stations (Once daily)
  • Sentinel Campground Comfort Stations (Once daily)
  • Canyon View Campground Comfort Stations (Once daily)
  • Moraine Campground Comfort Stations (Once daily)
• Quantity Adjustment: The provided quantity has been adjusted for the anticipated award date. Actual work scheduling will be coordinated between the Contractor and the COR.
• Calculation: The total for each service is calculated as Unit Price x Number of Locations x Quantity.

This pricing schedule is critical for bidders to accurately quote their services. Completing all required pricing fields is mandatory for a responsive offer. The listed locations and service frequencies provide a basis for cost estimation. Bidders must understand the calculation method and the instruction regarding unlisted work.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (RFQ) for custodial services within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. The government is procuring housekeeping and custodial janitorial services for various locations within the parks.

The solicitation details specific locations requiring custodial services, including:

• 47050 Generals Highway, Three Rivers CA 93271 US

• Giant Forest Museum Comfort Station

• Upper Sherman Comfort Station

• Lower Sherman Vault Toilets

• Lodgepole Visitor Center Restrooms

• Lodgepole Campground Comfort Stations

• Sunset Campground Comfort Stations

• Cedar Grove Day-Use Vault Toilets

• Sheep Creek Campground Comfort Stations

• Sentinel Campground Comfort Stations

• Canyon View Campground Comfort Stations

• Moraine Campground Comfort Stations

• The period of performance is from 05/20/2026 to 09/09/2026.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 561720, with a size standard of $22.

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

• The offer due date is 04/20/2026 at 1700 local time.

• The solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ).

• FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference or attached.

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

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Multiple delivery locations are specified, as detailed in the Statement of Work (referenced but not fully provided in this excerpt).

• Payment will be made by the government via the specified payment office.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To provide custodial services for various visitor use and visitor service facilities within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI).

• Furnish labor, transportation, materials, equipment, and supervision for custodial services.

• Services to be performed at multiple locations throughout the parks, including restrooms and comfort stations.

• Specific locations include Giant Forest Museum, Upper Sherman, Lower Sherman, Lodgepole Visitor Center, Lodgepole Campground, Sunset Campground, Cedar Grove Day Use Vault Toilets, Sheep Creek Campground, Sentinel Creek Campground, Canyon View Campground, and Moraine Campground.

• Cleaning tasks include but are not limited to: bowls, urinals, porcelain ware, damp-wiping, dusting, glass and mirrors, floor maintenance (including wet mopping), trash removal, sanitary cans, recycling, graffiti removal, human and animal waste cleanup, cobweb removal, and addressing clogged/blocked toilets.

• Contractor must use "green" cleaning products where possible and provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all cleaning products.

• All work must be completed to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

• Deficiencies must be corrected within 24 hours of notification.

• Specific cleaning standards are detailed for various tasks (e.g., toilets, sinks, floors, glass, dispensers).

• Period of Performance: From date of award through September 9, 2026.

• Locations: Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, CA.

• Service Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm for office communication. Park facilities shall not be serviced before 8 am or after 6 pm.

• Cleaning Frequencies: Varies by location, with some facilities requiring twice-daily cleaning (through September 9th) and others once-daily cleaning (through September 9th).

• Contractor must provide all necessary labor and supplies, except for government-furnished consumables (toilet paper, trash bags, paper hand towels, hand soap refills).

• Contractor must provide HEPA vacuums.

• Employees must wear distinctive, clean uniforms with identification badges.

• Contractor must coordinate cleaning schedules with the COR and provide at least 7 days' notice for any rescheduling.

• Strict security protocols regarding employee identification, removal, and conduct are in place.

• No audible listening devices are permitted during work.

• Adherence to the park's "No Smoking Policy" is required.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ 140P8526Q0030) for commercial items, issued in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. The National Park Service intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract for custodial services at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, California. A written solicitation will not be issued separately. Funds are expected to be available, but no award will be made until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.

• Custodial services for Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, California.

• The Statement of Work (Attachment 02) details the specific requirements and is 15 pages long.

• Offerors must submit a work plan (limit 3 pages) outlining their approach to the requirements.

• Offerors must identify biobased products to be acquired and used for cleaning.

• Contract type: Firm-fixed-price.

• The estimated value is not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code is 561720 with a small business size standard of $22.0 million in average annual receipts.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to lisa_henson@nps.gov.

• Key submission items include a completed solicitation page, signed SF 1449, signed amendments (if any), completed provisions, completed Quote/Price Schedule (Attachment 01), technical capabilities information (work plan, biobased products, references), and contractor core data.

• Award will be made based on best value to the government, evaluated on the following factors: Price, Technical Capability, and Past Performance. The relative importance of these factors is not stated.

• Key deadlines are not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but the document is 37 pages long, indicating further details within.

• This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 561720.

• Small business size standard: $22.0 million in average annual receipts.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DIAR clauses and provisions, including those related to small business concerns, service contract labor standards, and representations and certifications.

• Attachments include Quote/Price Schedule (01), Statement of Work (02), Maps (03, 04), and DOL Wage Determination (05).