F103--Ground Water Monitoring and Testing
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Network Contracting Office 6 (36C246), has issued a solicitation for Groundwater Monitoring Services at the Salem VA Medical Center Landfill in Salem, VA. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity. The contract aims to ensure compliance with Virginia Solid Waste Management Regulations through onsite environmental services. Quotes are due by June 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for providing comprehensive groundwater monitoring services. Key requirements include:
- Conducting semiannual groundwater testing of five (5) wells.
- Completing and submitting semiannual groundwater monitoring reports to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
- Ensuring all laboratory testing fees and associated costs are included in the proposed price.
- Services are to be performed during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM), excluding federal holidays.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: A base year (June 15, 2026, to June 14, 2027) with four (4) one-year option periods.
- Estimated Value: Approximately $19 Million for the base period and all options.
- NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services).
- Product Service Code: F103 (Water Quality Support Services).
- Place of Performance: Salem VA Medical Center, 1970 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA 24153.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This acquisition is a total small business set-aside. Offerors must be a verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) at the time of quote submission. Additionally, offerors must be registered and current in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit a completed and signed VAAR 852.219-75 certificate regarding limitations on subcontracting.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Technical Questions Due: June 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Via email to Kristine Woodbury (kristine.woodbury@va.gov).
- Required Quote Sections: SF 1449 (Quote Form), Pricing, Representations and Certifications, Technical/Management Approach (limited to 25 pages), and Past Performance.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the best value to the Government, considering Technical/Management Approach, Past Performance, and Price.
Key Documents & Notes
- Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP): Outlines the Government's method for evaluating contractor performance, including monitoring scope, methods, personnel, and performance standards (e.g., 95% AQL for service provision, 100% for reporting). The Contracting Officer (CO) is Harold L. McQuillia, Jr.
- Wage Determination: Bidders must utilize the provided Service Contract Act (SCA) Wage Determination to ensure proposed labor costs comply with federal requirements for minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in specific Virginia counties.