FT. Detrick Sewage Sludge Transport and Composting

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.