Exterior Glass Cleaning
Overview
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PSC
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Original Source
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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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking proposals for Exterior Glass Cleaning Services for Buildings 998 and 997 at the Knipling-Bushland U.S. Livestock Insects Research Laboratory in Kerrville, TX. This urgent requirement is in preparation for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony by May 27, 2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 561720 ($22M size standard). Quotations are due by May 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM PT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide urgent exterior window and door glass cleaning services for two buildings:
- Building 998: 481 windows and 12 doors.
- Building 997: 15 windows, 1 door with partial glass, and 3 doors with partial glass surfaces. All cleaning areas are ground accessible. Services must utilize professional-grade, streak-free, eco-friendly cleaning solutions and be performed by trained, background-checked technicians. The quoted price must include all necessary equipment, supplies, and labor. Work must be scheduled with the Facilities Operation Specialist.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: 1232SA26Q0594
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: May 8, 2026, to May 22, 2026, with completion required by May 22, 2026.
- Place of Performance: 2700 Fredericksburg Road, Kerrville, TX 78028.
- Questions Due: May 6, 2026, by 1:00 PM PT.
- Quotations Due: May 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM PT.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must submit:
- A Firm Fixed Price quotation on company letterhead, detailing service description and total price.
- A completed SF-1449 with blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c, and all Contract Line Items priced.
- Sam.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI).
- Past Performance References: 2-3 projects completed within the last three years, similar in size, scope, and complexity, with at least two references as the prime contractor. Detailed information, including project title, description, contract numbers, award amounts, and government POCs, is required per Attachment 3. Failure to submit all requested items may result in quotation rejection.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Evaluation will consider Technical Approach, Price, and Past Performance, which will receive a Go/No-Go rating. The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them if deemed in its best interest.
Additional Notes
Bidders must adhere to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5293, Revision 32) for Gillespie and Kerr counties, TX, ensuring proposed wages and fringe benefits meet Service Contract Act requirements. Visual aids (images and elevation drawings) of the buildings are provided for context.