Custodial Services in Washington, PA (PA096) and Indiana, PA (PA050)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 U.S. Army Contracting Command - New Jersey, supporting the 99th Readiness Division, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for Custodial Services at two U.S. Army Reserve Centers: Washington, PA (PA096) and Indiana, PA (PA050). The purpose is to identify capable firms and determine the appropriate acquisition strategy, which may include a Small Business Set-Aside (all categories considered) or Full and Open Competition. Responses are due by March 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for non-personal custodial services to ensure clean and attractive workplaces. Services encompass all designated spaces, including offices, restrooms, halls, and assembly areas. The Performance Work Statement (PWS) details weekly, monthly, and annual tasks such as:
- Weekly: Emptying waste, sweeping/mopping floors, cleaning and disinfecting restroom fixtures, replenishing contractor-furnished supplies (paper towels, toilet tissue, soap).
- Monthly: Cleaning drinking fountains, walk-on/off mats, spray cleaning and buffing VCT/Ceramic Tile floors, cleaning shower/locker rooms.
- Annual: Low and high dusting, thorough cleaning of doors/frames, waxing/buffing, stripping/re-waxing VCT/Ceramic Tile, and vacuuming/shampooing carpets. Detailed floor plans for PA096 and PA050 specify square footages and fixture counts for accurate bidding.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Anticipated Duration: One base year plus four 12-month option periods
- NAICS: 561720 – Janitorial Services (Small Business Size Standard: $22M)
- Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research; potential for Small Business Set-Aside.
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 10:00 AM EST
- Published: March 13, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement, not exceeding ten (10) pages, addressing:
- Past performance on similar requirements.
- Ability to manage tasks of this nature and subcontractor teams.
- Specific technical skills.
- Ability to perform at least 50% of the work for Small Business Set-Asides (if applicable).
- Company profile including business size, CAGE, DUNS, and SAM Unique Identity, and specific small business designations (e.g., Small, SDB, WOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB). Submissions should be emailed to Tyler Behr at tyler.e.behr2.civ@army.mil. A site visit is highly encouraged.
Additional Notes
This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. No funds are available for response preparation.