S201--MONTHLY CLEANING FOR PHARMACY IV ROOM STRAIGHT SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding Solicitation Number 36C24126Q0466 for monthly cleaning services for a Pharmacy IV Room at the Manchester VAMC. The set-aside is for Small Business.

• Square Footage: The 320.4 sq. ft. refers to the floor space of the suite, not the total scrubbable surface area.
• Emergent/Additional Cleanings: Offerors should include a "per-event" rate for emergent cleanings in their quote, as the pricing schedule only lists 12 monthly cleanings.
• Distilled Water: Vendors are required to provide their own distilled water. Mixing can occur within the cleanroom suite.
• Security Clearance: Personnel can be escorted from the pharmacy entrance and will need to sign in while background checks are processed. No specific transition period is provided.
• Site Visit: No formal site visit is scheduled.
• Scope Changes: There are no changes to the scope from previous requirements.
• Post-Award Submittals: Required submittals include SDS sheets, personnel security materials (fingerprints, e-QIP), USP 797/800 competency documentation, and a Quality Control & Assurance Program.
• Number of Custodians: This is determined by the vendor.

These clarifications do not appear to alter the submission deadline of May 7, 2026, 16:00 Eastern Time. Vendors should incorporate the per-event pricing for emergent cleanings and ensure they meet all post-award submittal requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial cleaning services for the Pharmacy IV Room at the Manchester VAMC. The procurement is a straight Small Business (SB) set-aside.

• Monthly triple top-down cleaning of pharmacy compounding cleanroom spaces (Anteroom, Chemo hood room, IV compounding positive pressure room) to meet sanitation standards.

• Cleaning must comply with VA pharmacy policy and USP 797/800 clean room regulations.

• Services include cleaning and sanitizing ceilings, walls, floors, designated surfaces, equipment (including refrigerators), doors, glass windows, bins, and shelves using specified agents (Vesphene, LPH, Peridox) and IPA.

• Contractor must provide all necessary materials, equipment, tools, and supplies.

• Contractor personnel must be trained in USP 797/800 guidelines and disinfection techniques.

• Availability for emergent, off-schedule cleanings is required.

• Contractor must provide a Quality Control and Assurance program.

• Base period of twelve (12) months with four (4) option years.

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Manchester VAMC, 718 Smyth Road, Manchester, NH 03104-7007, USA.

• This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. Quotes are requested; a written solicitation document will not be issued.

• Submission Deadline: May 7, 2026, 16:00 Eastern Time, New York, USA.

• Submission Method: Email to Janice.Jones@va.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Full capability to perform the scope of work at the lowest price, verifiable Small Business status, and past performance detailing experience with ISO-classified areas and cleanroom procedures.

• Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days.

• This procurement is a Straight Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must be verifiable as a Small Business in SAM and on the SBA SBS website.

• NAICS Code: 561720 (Cleaning Services), Small Business Size Standard: $22.0 million.

• Contractor personnel require background investigations (NACI level) for access to VAMC facilities.

• All chemical Safety Data Sheets (SDS) must be submitted.

• Offerors must include a statement regarding acceptance of terms and conditions or list any exceptions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for monthly cleaning services for the Pharmacy IV Room at the Manchester VA Medical Center. The requirement is set aside for Small Business. The NAICS code is 561720 (Cleaning Services). The Product Service Code is S201.

• Monthly cleaning services for the Pharmacy IV Room.

• A Wage Determination (Manchester_2015-4019 rv.32) is attached and must be adhered to.

• Not specified in the provided text.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 05-07-2026 16:00 EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA.

• The contracting office is located at Department of Veterans Affairs, Connecticut VAMC, NCO 1 Contracting Office, 555 Willard Avenue, Newington CT 06111.

• This solicitation is a Small Business Set-Aside (SBA).

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Manchester VAMC, 718 Smyth Road, Manchester NH 03104-7007, USA.

• Point of Contact: Janice Jones, Contract Specialist, janice.jones@va.gov, 860-666-6951 ext. 6613.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor wage determination (No. 2015-4019, Revision No. 32) applicable to Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, including Bedford, Goffstown, Manchester, New Boston, and Weare. It lists various occupational codes, titles, and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required under the Service Contract Act.

This wage determination is crucial for potential bidders on federal contracts in the specified geographic area. It outlines the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts, ensuring compliance with labor laws. Bidders must consult this document to accurately estimate labor costs and ensure their proposals meet regulatory requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for monthly cleaning services for the Pharmacy IV Room at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Manchester VAMC. The requirement is set aside for Small Business Administration (SBA) certified small businesses.

• Monthly cleaning services for the Pharmacy IV Room.

• Not specified in the provided text.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 05-07-2026 16:00 EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA.

• Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, Connecticut VAMC, NCO 1 Contracting Office, 555 Willard Avenue, West Haven CT 06516.

• This opportunity is a Small Business Set-Aside (SBA).

• Product Service Code: S201

• NAICS Code: 561720 (Cleaning Services)

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Manchester VAMC, 718 Smyth Road, Manchester NH 03104-7007, USA.

• Point of Contact: Janice Jones, Contract Specialist, janice.jones@va.gov, 860-666-6951 ext. 6613.