REFUSE and Waste Collection - PA175 - Bristol

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) provides answers to questions received regarding Solicitation W15QKN-26-Q-A065.

• Section 14: Description of Amendment/Modification

• The amendment clarifies that this is a follow-on requirement, not a brand-new contract.

• The incumbent for the prior award is identified as BOYD CO. LLC.

• The prior contract number is W15QKN-21-P-5010, with a total award amount of $34,596.00.

• All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) modifies the solicitation W15QKN26QA065 by:

• Extending the site visit request deadline from March 17, 2026, 12:00 PM to March 23, 2026, 4:00 PM.

• Extending the quote submission deadline from March 20, 2026, 2:00 PM to March 27, 2026, 2:00 PM.

• Re-evaluating the Period of Performance accordingly.

• Site visit request deadline

• Quote submission deadline

• Period of Performance

• The deadline for submitting quotes has been extended to March 27, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time.

• The deadline for requesting attendance at the site visit has been extended to March 23, 2026, 4:00 PM.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (WD 2015-5791, Revision 30) for the Service Contract Act, applicable to Pennsylvania counties of Bucks, Chester, and Montgomery. It lists various occupational codes, titles, and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits. The document also includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), vacation and holiday policies, and the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (conformance).

This wage determination is crucial for bidders responding to Service Contract Act solicitations. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various categories of service employees working under the contract. Bidders must ensure their proposals account for these labor costs to be compliant and competitive. Key sections include:

• Occupational Listings: Provides specific wage rates for numerous job titles, from administrative support to technical and maintenance roles.
• Executive Order 13706: Details requirements for paid sick leave.
• Executive Order 13658: Outlines minimum wage requirements for federal contractors.
• Vacation and Holiday Policies: Specifies minimum paid time off.
• Conformance Process: Explains how to request wage rates for job classifications not explicitly listed in the determination.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a non-personal services contract to provide refuse collection and recycling services at the Bristol Memorial Armed Forces Reserve Center (AFRC) in Bristol, PA. The requirement is a total 100% set aside for small businesses.

• Provide all personnel, supplies, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, and transportation for refuse collection and recycling.

• Perform to the standards outlined in the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Services include refuse pickup/disposal, recycling pickup/disposal, and bulky item container fees.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price

• Period of Performance: One 12-month base year and four (4) 12-month option years.

  • Base Year: April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027
  • Option Years: April 1, 2027 - March 31, 2031

• Place of Performance: Bristol Memorial AFRC, 2501 Ford Road, Bristol, PA 19007

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 562111 has a size standard of $47.0 million.

• Solicitation Issue Date: March 16, 2026

• Offer Due Date: March 20, 2026, 12:00 PM Local Time

• Submission Method: Electronic via email to nelia.shyshak.civ@army.mil and/or edward.l.sherwood4.civ@army.mil. Subject line must reference solicitation number W15QKN-26-Q-A065.

• Submission Requirements: Completed Schedule of Services & Prices, acknowledgement of amendments, company information (CAGE code, UEI), and a technical statement confirming ability to meet PWS requirements.

• Basis for Award: Firm-Fixed-Price contract to the responsible small business whose quote is conforming and determined to be the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer.

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

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

• A site visit is scheduled; requests to attend must be submitted via email by March 17, 2026.

• Attachments include: Performance Work Statement (PWS), Site Map, and Wage Determination.

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

To provide a clean, environmentally safe workplace free of debris and pests through refuse and recycling collection services.

• Collection and recycling services for contractor-provided containers at the Bristol Memorial AFRC.

• Services include refuse, recycling, and bulky waste collection and disposal.

• Hazardous and special waste are explicitly excluded.

• Services must comply with the PWS and applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

• Contractor must maintain a quality control system.

• Government will use a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) and an inspection sheet (Exhibit 2) to evaluate performance.

• Performance objectives include 100% with no valid customer complaints per month for collection, disposal, and equipment maintenance.

• Period of Performance: One 12-month base year and four 12-month option years.

• Place of Performance: Bristol Memorial AFRC, 2501 Ford Road, Bristol, PA 19007 (PA175).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, excluding Federal Holidays.

• Personnel: Must be experienced, English-speaking, and maintain professional appearance. A qualified workforce must be in place by the second week of the contract.

• Contractor Representative: Onsite representative required for coordination and liaison.

• Security: Must comply with all security regulations and undergo checks. AT Level 1 training is required for personnel accessing Army installations.

• Equipment: Contractor to provide approved containers (dumpsters, recycling bins, totes). Equipment must be maintained in good working order and kept clean.

• Hazardous Materials: Contractor must not transport hazardous waste onto US Army Property. Any suspected hazardous material requires immediate contact with the Environmental Management Office.

• Reporting: Release reporting for oil, hazardous waste, or material is required immediately to the fire department and EMO.

• Contingency Plan: Required for disposal/recycling in case of breakdown, addressing natural disasters, labor disputes, and alternative facilities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a "Common Installation Picture" for the BRISTOL VETERANS MEM AFRC, located at 2501 FORD ROAD BRISTOL, PA. It serves as a visual reference and data compilation for various site features and areas.

• Site Identification: Includes Site Code (42809), Facility ID (PA175), and Site UID (004145).
• Area Measurements: Provides measurements in Square Feet (SF) and Square Yards (SY) for:
  • Parking Area (Paved)
  • Road Area (Paved)
  • Sidewalk Area (Paved)
  • Slab Area (Paved)
• Visual Depiction: An aerial map illustrating buildings, parking areas, roads, sidewalks, utility poles, hydrants, and other site features. Specific areas are labeled with their measurements (e.g., MEP 17000 SY, 3785 SY, 9315 SY, 1580 SY, 2010 SY, 1650 SY).
• Legend: Defines symbols used on the map, including various types of infrastructure and paved/unpaved surfaces.

This document is relevant for bidders by providing detailed site information and measurements for the BRISTOL VETERANS MEM AFRC. It can assist in understanding the physical layout, existing infrastructure, and the scale of different areas (parking, roads, sidewalks, slabs) which may be critical for developing proposals related to construction, maintenance, or facility services at this location.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Common Installation Picture" for the BRISTOL VETERANS MEM AFRC, located at 2501 FORD ROAD BRISTOL, PA. It provides a visual representation and area calculations for various site features.

• Site Identification: Includes Site Code (42809), Facility ID (PA175), and Site UID (004145).
• Area Calculations: Provides square yard (SY) and square foot (SF) measurements for:
  • Parking Area (Paved: 26,315 SY / 236,835 SF)
  • Road Area (Paved: 3,785 SY / 34,065 SF)
  • Sidewalk Area (1,580 SY / 14,220 SF)
  • Slab Area (1,650 SY / 14,850 SF)
• Site Features: Labeled elements include buildings (VMS, MEP, AFRC, STORAGE BLDG), parking areas, roads, sidewalks, stormwater areas, hydrants, utility poles, and fence lines.
• Legend: Explains the symbols used on the map for various site features and surface types (paved, unpaved, stormwater, etc.).

This document serves as a visual aid and provides critical site area data. Bidders may use this information to understand the existing site conditions, plan for proposed work, and potentially inform their cost estimates for any related construction, maintenance, or repair opportunities at this facility.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide a clean, environmentally safe workplace free of debris and pests through refuse and recycling services.

• Collection and recycling services for contractor-provided containers at Bristol Memorial AFRC, 2501 Ford Road, Bristol, PA 19007 (PA175).

• Services include refuse, recycling, and bulky waste collection and disposal.

• Hazardous and special waste are explicitly excluded from this contract.

• One 12-month base year and four 12-month option years.

• Containers: Provide (2) 8 cubic yard dumpsters for refuse and (1) 8 cubic yard dumpster for recyclables, serviced weekly. Provide one (1) 30-yard roll-off container for bulky items as needed.

• Collection: Weekly service for refuse and recyclables. Contractor to establish routes and schedules, subject to RFOS/COR approval.

• Processing: Contractor to provide transportation and delivery of refuse, recyclables, and bulky waste to licensed off-site disposal/recycling centers.

• Maintenance: Maintain containers in good, workable condition, free of odors, dirt, and debris. Keep collection areas clean.

• Personnel: Employees must be capable, experienced, trained, and able to communicate in English. A qualified workforce must be in place by the second week of the contract.

• Reporting: Submit employee lists, licenses, permits, certifications, monthly invoices, and a contingency plan for disposal/recycling breakdowns.

• Quality Control: Contractor must maintain an effective quality control system.

• Quality Assurance: Government will evaluate performance per the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• Performance Requirements Summary (Exhibit 1):

  • Collect and dispose of solid waste: 100% with no valid customer complaint per month.
  • Maintain equipment: 100% with no valid customer complaint per month.
  • Maintain containers and collection areas: 100% with no valid customer complaint per month.

• Hours of Operation: Business conducted between 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday, excluding Federal Holidays.

• Security: Contractor personnel must comply with all security regulations and undergo checks.

• Environmental: Adhere to EPA, RCRA, and Army regulations. Hazardous waste is not included. Release reporting is required.

• Training: AT Level 1 and OPSEC training required for employees.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price contract vehicle.

• Place of Performance: Bristol Memorial AFRC 2501 Ford Road Bristol, PA 19007 (PA175).

• Government Furnished Items: Roadway maintenance, snow removal, and insect/rodent control within the recycling area.