S207--Integrated Pest Mgmt. Services SDVOSB Set Aside

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation 36C26326Q0402 0001 provides answers to questions received from potential bidders.

• Questions and Answers regarding the Statement of Work (SOW) for Pest Management Services.

• The amendment clarifies requirements related to pesticide application, insurance, emergency service requests, quantities of equipment (rodent bait stations, fly lights), service request frequency for specific issues (bed bugs), estimated monthly man-hours, and service frequency for the Wanger CBOC.

• Bidders should review these clarifications to ensure their proposals accurately address the government's needs and requirements.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation Number 36C25026Q0331. Key changes include:

• Price Schedule Inclusion: An add-on to the Price Schedule is incorporated.
• Quote Due Date: Quotes are still due by email by 12:00 p.m. on March 25, 2026. The deadline for receipt of offers is NOT extended.
• Ongoing Updates: Offerors are advised to continue monitoring for potential updates.

• The Price Schedule is updated.

• The deadline for receipt of offers remains unchanged and is not extended. Offerors must submit quotes by email by 12:00 p.m. on March 25, 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Services for the VA Sioux Falls Health Care System. The goal is to achieve long-term, environmentally sound pest suppression using a variety of practices, focusing on minimizing pest sightings and eliminating infestations.

• Comprehensive IPM Program including inspection, recommendations for environmental sanitation, selection of non-chemical control methods, and judicious use of pesticides when necessary.

• Control of general arthropod pests, flying insect pests, predatory pests, stored product pests, rodents, pest birds, and other vertebrate pests.

• Specific requirements for indoor trapping, rodenticide use (with COR approval), bait box servicing, and exterior building treatments.

• Development and submission of a complete IPM plan for COR approval within 10 days of contract award.

• Provision of a Pest Sighting Log Book.

• Services to be performed by licensed/certified Pest Control Operators (PCOs) experienced in healthcare settings.

• Management of approximately 567,135 gross square feet across multiple buildings at the Sioux Falls campus and the Wagner CBOC clinic.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Base Year (04-01-2026 to 02-28-2027) with four (4) Option Years.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 561710 has a size standard of $17.5 Million.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to Michael Wicht at michael.wicht@va.gov by the due date of 03-12-2026 at 11:00 AM CST.

• Offers must include a Technical Proposal, Past Performance References, and a Pricing Proposal.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) process.

• Key submission requirements include SAM registration, Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) portal registration, and adherence to specific formatting for proposals.

• Technical questions must be submitted in writing via email to the Contracting Officer.

• This acquisition is a total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM and the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) portal.

• Compliance with limitations on subcontracting is required.

• All questions must be submitted via email by 3/09/2026 at 11:00 AM CST. Responses will be posted as an amendment.

• Offerors must submit the completed Certification section of VAAR Provision 852.219-75.

• Review and follow INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS in Clause 52.212-1 Addendum.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5369, Revision No. 27) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work in South Dakota counties of Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha, and Turner.

• Lists numerous occupational classifications, including administrative support, automotive service, health occupations, information technology, and more.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing," implying specific benefits apply to these roles.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders (EO) 13706 and 13658, detailing paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements for federal contractors.
• Outlines vacation and holiday policies applicable to covered contracts.
• Provides guidance on the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

This document is crucial for bidders responding to solicitations covered by the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. It dictates the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals, ensuring compliance with federal wage and benefit regulations for service employees.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6 and conducted using FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures). The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking quotes for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Services for the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System.

The VA anticipates awarding one firm-fixed-price contract to provide IPM services. Specific contract line items, quantities, and units of measure are detailed within the attached solicitation documentation.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price

• Place of Performance: Sioux Falls VA Health Care System, 2501 W. 22nd Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57105

• Solicitation Number: 36C26326Q0402

• Response Date/Time: March 12, 2026, 11:00 AM Central Time, Chicago, USA

• Quotes are to be emailed to Michael.wicht@va.gov.

• Technical questions are due via email by March 9, 2026, 11:00 AM CST.

• FAR provisions 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 apply and are detailed in the solicitation. FAR clause 52.212-4 also applies.

• This procurement is a 100% Total Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 561710 (Pest Control Services) with a size standard of $17.5 Million.

• Offerors must be registered and current in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at the time of offer.

• Quotes will only be accepted from responsible contractors.

• The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are effective through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-26 (10/01/2025).

• Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) does not apply.

• Contact: Michael Wicht, Contracting Specialist, michael.wicht@va.gov, 402-996-3630.