Portable Latrine and Greywater Services

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "Latrine Questions and Answers 2" opportunity.

• Water Tank Placement: Water tanks are transported by requesting units via flat racks or HMMWV (Humvee), depending on size. They are not placed on trailers.
• Number of Latrines: Refer to paragraph 5.2 of the PWS for the quantity of latrines needed for the 200 cleaning services.
• Unit Movement with Cleaning: Refer to paragraph 5.2 of the PWS for service descriptions and Technical Exhibit 4 for estimated quantities regarding whether units are moved each time they are cleaned.
• Line Item Structure: Refer to paragraph 5.2 of the PWS for service descriptions and Technical Exhibit 4 for estimated quantities, addressing the potential benefit of separate line items for moving versus cleaning.

Bidders should review the referenced sections (PWS paragraph 5.2 and Technical Exhibit 4) for detailed information on quantities and service descriptions. This clarification does not appear to alter submission deadlines or core requirements but provides specific details for accurate proposal development.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding Solicitation W912LM23D0003, clarifying key dates and submission procedures.

• Questions Due Date: Updated to May 7, 2026.
• Proposals Due Date: Updated to May 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Standard Time. Proposals received after this deadline will be handled per FAR 52.212-1(f).
• Submission Method: Submitting questions and proposals is at the contractor's discretion. Proposal submission instructions are detailed under Addendum 52.212-1 in the Combined Synopsis_Solicitation.
• Previous Contract Number: The current/previous contract number is W912LM23D0003.

This Q&A document directly impacts the solicitation by updating the deadlines for both questions and proposals, and clarifying submission requirements. Bidders should note the revised dates and refer to the specified section for proposal submission details.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items for Chemical Latrine and Grey Water Services for the Minnesota Army and Air National Guard. The government intends to issue a Single Award Task Order Contract (SATOC) for these services.

The contract will provide Portable Latrines and Grey Water Services. The services are required at Camp Ripley Training Center (Little Falls, MN) and Arden Hills Army Training Site (Arden Hills, MN).

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Base year of 12 months, plus four ordering periods of 12 months each. Task orders may be issued from contract award until the last day of the basic contract period (five years), with an option to extend for six months. The total contract term may not exceed five years and six months.

• Estimated Value: $9,000,000

• Solicitation Number: W912LM-26-R-A009

• Closing Response Date: May 13, 2026, 10:00 a.m. CST

• Anticipated Award Date: June 25, 2026

• Proposal Submission: Proposals must be submitted electronically via email by the closing date. Format: searchable Adobe PDF files.

• Questions Deadline: May 7, 2026 (in writing via email).

• Evaluation Factors: Price, Technical Submission, and Past Performance. Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government.

• Set-aside Status: 100% Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

• NAICS Code: 562991

• Size Standard: Not specified, but implied by WOSB set-aside.

• Inspection/Acceptance: Government, 7 days.

• FOB: Destination.

• The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01.

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

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT" for the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work subject to the Service Contract Act. This is crucial for bidders to understand labor costs associated with the opportunity.

• Area Covered: Minnesota Counties of Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Isanti, Ramsey, Scott, Washington, Wright; Wisconsin Counties of Pierce, St Croix.
• Occupational Listings: Includes a comprehensive list of occupations with corresponding wage rates and footnotes.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage) for federal contractors, outlining specific requirements and minimum wage rates.
• Vacation and Holidays: Details paid vacation and holiday provisions for contractors.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation is not listed.

This document is essential for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for proposals. It establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates that must be paid to employees working on the contract. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor rates meet or exceed these requirements. Failure to comply can lead to contract violations. The document also provides information on paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays, which are important components of total compensation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for chemical latrine and grey water services. The Minnesota Army and Air National Guard requires these services for a base year of 12 months, plus four ordering periods of 12 months each. Services will be provided at Camp Ripley Training Center (near Little Falls, MN) and Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) in Arden Hills, MN. The government intends to issue a Single Award Task Order Contract (SATOC) on an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) basis. Task Orders will be issued quarterly.

• Portable Chemical Latrines and Grey Water Services.

• Services are required at two locations: Camp Ripley Training Center and Arden Hills Army Training Site.

• Contract Type: Single Award Task Order Contract (SATOC), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Base year of 12 months, plus four 12-month ordering periods. Total potential contract term is five years and six months.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the Size Standard is $9,000,000.

• Product or Service Code: J085

• NAICS Code: 562991

• Solicitation Number: W912LM-26-R-A009

• Closing Response Date: May 13, 2026, 10:00 a.m. CST

• Anticipated Award Date: June 25, 2026

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email by the closing date and time.

• Evaluation factors will include: Price, Technical Submission, and Past Performance.

• Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing via email no later than April 28, 2026.

• Set-aside Status: 100% Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions related to contract terms, payment, protests, and representations and certifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing a pricing worksheet for latrine and greywater services. It outlines estimated quantities and contractor prices for various services across multiple years, serving as a template for bidders to provide their pricing.

• Services: Includes "Greywater Pumping Service," "Grey Water Rental Tank" (1000 Gal and 300 Gal), "CRTC" services (Clean and Move, Winter/Summer Service in Place, Winter/Summer Delivery and Pickup), "Arden Hills" services (Clean and Move, Winter/Summer Service in Place, Winter/Summer Delivery and Pickup), "Hand Sanitizer," and "ADA Latrine" services (Clean and Move, Winter/Summer Service in Place, Delivery and Pickup).
• Pricing Structure: The sheet is organized by CLIN (Contract Line Item Number) for each year, from the base year 2026 (CLIN 0001) through ordering period 4 in 2030 (CLIN 4001).
• Quantities: Estimated annual quantities are provided for each service item for each year.
• Pricing Fields: Columns are included for "Contractor Price" and "Total CLIN Price" for each service and year.
• Totals: The sheet includes summary totals for each CLIN price across the years.

Bidders must use this worksheet to input their proposed pricing for each service item for each contract year. The "Contractor Price" and "Total CLIN Price" columns are critical for proposal submission. This document directly impacts the financial aspect of the bid and will likely be a key component in the evaluation process.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-4957, Revision No. 30) applicable to contracts in Minnesota, specifically for the counties of Douglas, Grant, Morrison, Pope, Stevens, Todd, and Traverse. It outlines the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles, ranging from administrative support and clerical roles to automotive, health, technical, and service occupations.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing."
• Includes notes on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage rates (EO 13658), outlining specific requirements and rates for contractors.
• Details general benefits such as vacation and paid holidays.
• Provides information on the conformance process for unlisted occupations.

This wage determination is critical for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing services under a government contract in the specified area. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums to comply with the Service Contract Act. Failure to adhere to these rates can lead to contract violations.

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

To provide greywater disposal and chemical latrine services for the Minnesota Army National Guard at Camp Ripley Training Center and Arden Hills Army Training Site.

• Greywater Services: Pumping and environmentally sound disposal of greywater from designated locations at Camp Ripley. This includes servicing up to eight (8) greywater tanks daily during peak season (May-September), with urgent requests requiring service within 12 hours and routine services scheduled by the COR. Disposal must occur at Government-provided facilities. The contractor must also have the capability to rent 300-gallon and 1,000-gallon greywater storage tanks.

• Chemical Latrine Services: Providing, placing, and maintaining portable chemical latrines that are sanitary, fully functional, and consistently supplied. This includes managing, moving, and servicing up to 600 portable latrines daily during peak season. Services include "Clean and Move," "Service in Place" (winter and summer), and "Delivery and Pickup" (winter and summer). Latrines must be stocked with toilet paper and hand sanitizer, and deodorizing chemicals must be phosphorous-free, formaldehyde-free, and clear in color. Urgent latrine delivery/placement is required within 1-2 hours, and tipped latrines must be serviced within 4 hours.

• Greywater: 98% on-time completion for urgent services, 95% for routine services. 95% of tanks pumped to capacity. All services performed without spills or leaks; spills must be remediated at contractor's expense.

• Chemical Latrines: 95% of inspected latrines meet sanitation and supply standards. 98% on-time fulfillment for urgent requests. 95% of latrines placed at correct coordinates. 98% of tipped latrines serviced within 4 hours.

• Reporting: Accurate dumping logs and detailed monthly reports are required.

• Period of Performance: One Base Year of 12 months, with four optional 12-month ordering periods.

• Place of Performance: Camp Ripley Training Center, Little Falls, MN, and Arden Hills Army Training Site, Arden Hills, MN.

• Hours of Service: Monday through Friday, 0700 to 1630, with additional services on weekends as needed during peak season.

• Government Furnished: Workspace, area for latrine storage (up to 500), and a location for pump truck storage at Camp Ripley. Waste dumping facilities at Camp Ripley.

• Contractor Furnished: All other personnel, equipment, and materials.

• Training: Employees must complete Awareness Training (Level 1), iWATCH Training, and OPSEC Training within specified timeframes.

• Security: Compliance with all installation access, security policies, and procedures, including background checks.

• Quality Control: Contractor must develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Reporting: Monthly reports on greywater dumping and latrine services are required. A detailed monthly latrine report is also required.

• Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI): Contractor must notify the KO of any potential OCI and submit a mitigation plan.

• Combating Trafficking in Persons: Zero-tolerance policy applies.