FT. Detrick Sewage Sludge Transport and Composting

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation W91QV126QA0300003 as follows:

• The proposal due date has been extended from April 15, 2026, to April 20, 2026.

• Requested permit documents, as referenced in amendment 0002, question 2, have been attached.

• The Point of Contact (POC) for this amendment is Jason Burr (jason.b.burr.civ@army.mil, 520-669-7399).

• The "Response Due Date" has been updated.

• The following contract documents have been added:

  • Annual Sludge Analysis
  • SSU 2018 Annual Generators Report Form DOC
  • Wastewater Discharge Permit (18-DP-2527) CLEAN

• Miscellaneous text related to "Attachments" and "Permits" has been modified.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to April 20, 2026.

• Bidders should review the newly attached permit documents and any modifications to the "Attachments" and "Permits" sections.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Maryland Department of the Environment's Annual Sewage Sludge Generator's Report for CY 2025. It requires facilities to report on the management and disposal of sewage sludge generated during the reporting year. The report is due to the MDE no later than January 31st of the following year.

• Facility identification (County, Facility Name, Contact Information).
• Reporting of sewage sludge stabilization processes used (e.g., Aerobic digestion, Anaerobic digestion, Lime stabilization, Composting, Other).
• Confirmation of whether sewage sludge was removed from the facility during the reporting year.
• Detailed reporting of sewage sludge removed, categorized by destination (e.g., Applied to agricultural land, Transported to another Facility, Transported out of MD, Landfilled, etc.).
• Amounts are to be reported in both wet tons and dry tons, with instructions provided for conversion.
• Information on the sewage sludge contractor(s) managing the sludge.
• Method used to determine the amount of sewage sludge reported (e.g., truck weigh-ins, contractor billing statements).
• Certification by an authorized representative affirming the accuracy of the report.

This form is relevant to bidders who may be involved in the transportation, disposal, or management of sewage sludge. It outlines the reporting requirements and data that facilities must provide to the Maryland Department of the Environment, which could inform potential service providers about the volume, type, and destinations of sewage sludge generated by facilities within Maryland.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Certificate of Analysis from ALS Environmental, providing the analytical results for samples received on February 10, 2026. It details the testing performed on "Sewage Sludge (Annual)" for the "Fort Detrick Waste Water" project.

• Sample Identification: Lab ID 3450648001, Sample ID "Sewage Sludge (Annual)", Matrix: Solid.
• Analytical Parameters: Includes results for Metals (Copper, Lead, Molybdenum, Nickel, Potassium, Zinc), PCBs, and Wet Chemistry (Moisture, Nitrate-N, pH, Phosphorus, Total Solids).
• Methods Used: Various EPA and SW846 methods are cited for each analysis.
• Subcontracted Analysis: Indicates that some analyses were subcontracted.
• Quality Control: Includes references to laboratory accreditations and quality assurance programs.

This document provides the specific analytical results for the "Sewage Sludge (Annual)" sample. Bidders can use this information to understand the composition of the sludge, including metal content and other chemical properties, which may be critical for determining compliance with environmental regulations or for planning any necessary treatment or disposal processes related to the opportunity.

Discharge Permit

This document is a Discharge Permit issued by the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) to the Department of the Army, U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Detrick. It authorizes the discharge of treated wastewater from the Fort Detrick Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Monocacy River.

• Effluent Limitations: The permit specifies limits for various effluent characteristics including BOD5, TSS, TKN, Total Phosphorus, Total Nitrogen, E. coli, Total Residual Chlorine, pH, and Dissolved Oxygen. These limits are defined by daily, weekly, and monthly averages, as well as loading rates and concentrations.

• Monitoring Requirements: The permittee must monitor specific effluent characteristics at specified frequencies using defined sample types (e.g., 24-hour composite, grab). This includes parameters like BOD5, TSS, TKN, various nitrogen forms, phosphorus, E. coli, residual chlorine, pH, dissolved oxygen, and flow.

• Special Conditions: The permit includes detailed special conditions covering:

  • Biomonitoring Program: Requirements for evaluating whole effluent toxicity (WET) through acute and chronic testing.
  • Toxic Chemical Testing: Procedures for analytical testing of toxic chemicals.
  • Non-Domestic Wastewater Control Program: Program to control non-domestic discharges to the sewage treatment plant.
  • Radioactive Wastewater Requirements: Measures to prohibit radioactive waste introduction.
  • Reporting Requirements: Specific instructions for submitting Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs), Monthly Operating Reports (MORs), and other required data.
  • Water Temperature Requirements: Monitoring of effluent and stream temperatures.

• Permit Number: NPDES MD0020877 / State Discharge Permit 18-DP-2527

• Effective Date: 11/01/2021

• Expiration Date: 10/31/2026

• Reapplication Due Date: 04/30/2025

• Reporting: Results are to be submitted electronically via NetDMR by the 28th of the month following the reporting period. Monthly Operating Reports (MORs) are also required.

• Compliance: The permit outlines conditions for compliance, noncompliance notification, and potential enforcement actions.

Not applicable to this document.

• The permit is subject to modification, suspension, or revocation for violations of its terms or applicable laws.
• The permit does not authorize construction or placing of physical structures in waterways.
• The document includes a map showing the discharge point location (Outfall 001A).

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the FT. Detrick Sewage Sludge Transport and Composting opportunity (W91QV126RA030).

• Sludge Analysis: Fort Detrick will provide analysis including 503 metals, nutrients, PCBs, PFAS, percent solids, and PH. PFAS results are pending due to a new requirement.

• Permits: Fort Detrick will provide MDE utilization and discharge permits for Maryland.

• Material Classification: Ft. Detrick sludge is neither Class A nor Class B. Contractors are welcome to provide their own testing.

• Treatment Process: Liquid sludge is dewatered via a centrifugal process, achieving at least 15% solids.

• Contract Status: This is a recompete of a contract currently held by an incumbent. The current contract number is W91QV121C0002.

• PFAS Sample: A PFAS sample will be collected next Monday, with results expected about a week after.

• The pending PFAS results may impact pricing and proposal preparation. Vendors are encouraged to consider the provided information regarding sludge analysis and treatment processes.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to Solicitation W91QV126QA030 is effective April 9, 2026. Its primary purpose is to respond to Requests for Information (RFIs).

• The list of contract documents, exhibits, or attachments has been updated.

• A new document, "Updated RFIs FT. Detrick Sewage Sludge Transport and Composting Recompete W91QV126RA030," has been added.

• The page count for this new RFI document has changed from none to 2 pages.

• The amendment does not explicitly state a change to the proposal deadline. However, bidders should review the "Updated RFIs" document for any impact on their proposals.

• The Point of Contact (POC) for this amendment is Jason Burr, with email jason.b.burr.civ@army.mil and telephone 520-669-7399.

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

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "FT. Detrick Sewage Sludge Transport and Composting" opportunity (W91QV126RA030).

• Sludge Analysis: Fort Detrick will provide analysis for 503 metals, nutrients, PCBs, and percent solids. PFAS results are pending due to a new requirement.
• Permits: Fort Detrick will provide MDE utilization and discharge permits for Maryland.
• Sludge Classification: The sludge is neither Class A nor Class B. Contractors are welcome to perform their own testing.
• Treatment Process: Liquid sludge is dewatered via a centrifugal process, achieving at least 15% solids.
• Contract Type: This is a recompete of an existing contract. The current contract number is W91QV121C0002.

This Q&A clarifies key aspects of the sludge characteristics, treatment, and the contract's history, which may influence bidder proposals and understanding of the scope.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation W91QV126QA030, originally dated March 20, 2026.

Key changes include:

• Updates to Addendum to 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, specifically Section 2, Site Visit.

• Clarification of the Point of Contact (POC) for this amendment: Jason Burr (jason.b.burr.civ@army.mil, 520-669-7399).

• Addendum to 52.212-1, Section 2 (Site Visit).

• The deadline for submitting quotations remains April 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. Email size limit is 20MB.

• A site visit is scheduled for April 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the FT. Detrick Wastewater Treatment Plant. Coordination for attendance is required by April 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

• Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing via email no later than April 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.

• The selection process will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.

• Quotations must be submitted in three volumes: Volume I (Pricing), Volume II (Technical Capabilities), and Volume III (Pricing Breakout).

• All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Service Contract Act Wage Determination (No. 2015-4269, Revision No. 31) for Maryland Counties of Frederick and Montgomery. It lists various occupational classifications and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it establishes the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for service employees working on contracts covered by the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor costs align with these determined rates to comply with federal regulations. It also outlines Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), detailing additional requirements for paid sick leave and minimum hourly wages for covered contracts. The document also explains the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for the transportation and composting of sewage sludge at the Fort Detrick Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The requirement is to provide storage, transportation, and composting services as part of the sanitary waste treatment processes.

• Sewage Sludge Transportation: Includes pickup and transportation of sewage sludge.

• Sewage Sludge Composting: Includes storage and composting of sewage sludge.

• Monthly Reporting: Contractor shall perform monthly reporting tasks.

• Performance Work Statement (PWS): All tasks are to be performed in accordance with the attached PWS.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: The base period of performance is from April 29, 2026, to April 28, 2027. Option periods extend through April 28, 2030.

• NAICS Code: 562119 (Other Waste Treatment and Disposal).

• Size Standard: $47,000,000.00.

• Solicitation Issue Date: March 20, 2026.

• Offer Due Date: April 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.

• Questions Due: April 07, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.

• Submission Method: Quotations are to be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer. Email size limit is 20MB; multiple emails may be used if necessary.

• Evaluation Basis: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Evaluation Factors: Technical and Price. Technical acceptability requires submission of all documentation and demonstration of capability to meet PWS requirements. Price will be evaluated for fairness, reasonableness, and balance.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• A site visit is scheduled for April 02, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

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

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial products and services, small business concerns, and payment instructions via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

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

To provide storage, transportation, and composting of sewage sludge generated at the Fort Detrick Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP).

• Provide containers for sewage sludge storage at the Fort Detrick WWTP.

• Transport sewage sludge from the Fort Detrick WWTP to a composting facility.

• Compost all accumulated sewage sludge.

• Ensure composted sewage sludge is utilized for beneficial use (e.g., land application, soil amendments).

• Obtain all necessary permits for transportation of sewage sludge, including the Sewage Sludge Utilization Permit from the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE).

• Ensure transportation is conducted in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations.

• Coordinate with Fort Detrick for timely pickup and transportation of sewage sludge (within 2 days of COR notification).

• Obtain regulatory approval for composting sewage sludge with elevated metal concentrations.

• Containers must be suitable for storage within the WWTP headworks facility without impacting treatment processes.

• Transportation must occur within 2 days of COR notification.

• Composting must be performed for all accumulated sewage sludge.

• Monthly written reports detailing composted sludge volume are required by the 5th day of the following month, confirming all sludge has been utilized for beneficial use.

• Contractor must comply with all applicable regulations, publications, and local policies.

• Contractor must provide a Safety and Health Plan for approval prior to commencing physical on-site work.

• Contractor must use sustainable materials (recycled/recovered products and USDA-designated biobased products) where feasible.

• Period of Performance: One (1) Base Year of 12 months and four (4) 12-month option years, with an optional 6-month extension.

• Place of Performance: Fort Detrick WWTP, Frederick, Maryland, and a composting facility.

• Contractor must obtain required regulatory certifications for composting.

• Contractor must obtain all permits for transportation.

• Technicians/transport drivers must have at least one year of experience.

• Contractor must provide a contract manager and alternate.

• Contractor employees performing services on a Government installation must wear identification badges.

• Contractor must comply with physical security requirements and gate access procedures for Fort Detrick.

• Contractor must provide monthly reports on composted sludge volume.

• Contractor must report labor hours via the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• Contractor must adhere to specific requirements for Green Procurement and Biobased Procurement.