Ely Ranger District Janitorial
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service is soliciting proposals for Janitorial Services at the Ely Ranger District office located at 825 Avenue E, Ely, NV 89301-3140. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with a Firm-Fixed-Price contract type. Offers are due by May 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all management, tools, equipment, and labor for comprehensive janitorial services. This includes cleaning non-carpeted and carpeted floors, dusting surfaces, interior glass, drinking fountains, and cigarette receptacles. Restroom cleaning and disinfection, including stocking supplies, are required. Periodic services encompass washing glass doors, cleaning ceiling corners, sweeping outdoor sidewalks, window cleaning (inside and outside), dusting Venetian blinds, cleaning light fixtures, and deep carpet restorative cleaning. The computer room is generally exempt from routine cleaning. Services are to be performed before 7:00 AM or after 5:00 PM, unless otherwise directed.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: One (1) base year (June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027) and four (4) one-year option periods, totaling up to five years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 561720 (Custodial Janitorial Services)
- Small Business Size Standard: $22.0 Million
- Place of Performance: Ely Ranger District Office, Ely, NV 89301
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: May 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.
- Submission Method: Email to arlen.fausett@usda.gov. Refer to FAR 52.212-1 for instructions.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the highest technically rated offer with fair and reasonable pricing and acceptable or neutral past performance.
- Required Documents: SF-1449, Schedule of Items (Attachment 3), Technical Response, Equipment List (Exhibit 1), Biobased Product List (Exhibit 2), Past Performance Datasheet (Exhibit 3), and SF-1413 Subcontractor Form (Exhibit 4, if applicable).
- Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days.
Key Dates & Actions
- Site Visit: May 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM Pacific Time at 825 Avenue E, Ely, NV 89301-3140. No prior registration required, but attendees will sign an attendance sheet.
- Questions Due: May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time, submitted via email to arlen.fausett@usda.gov. Include solicitation name and number in the subject line.
Special Requirements
- Contractor personnel must meet specific credentialing and training requirements, including background checks for unescorted entry into federal facilities and mandatory annual training (e.g., Information Security Awareness, Anti-Harassment). An Operations and Maintenance Plan is required within 30 days of award.
- The contractor must provide all necessary equipment and supplies, adhering to USDA's Green Purchasing Affirmative Procurement Program (GPAPP) for biobased products. Government-furnished supplies include paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap, wastebasket liners, and disinfectant.
- Bidders must comply with the Service Contract Act Wage Determination (Attachment 4) for minimum wage rates and benefits.