S--Janitorial Services for Devils Postpile NM

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment (0001) addresses questions received from vendors regarding the solicitation.

• It acknowledges receipt of questions and provides answers, referencing an attached document 'Amd_0001_Questions and Answers.pdf'.

• The amendment does not explicitly state which sections of the original solicitation are affected, but it implies that the answers provided may clarify or modify understanding of the requirements.

• Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• The solicitation closing date remains May 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific time.

• The Period of Performance is from 06/01/2026 to 05/31/2027.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to questions received during the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process for Janitorial Services at Devils Postpile National Monument.

• Site Visit: A site visit will not be scheduled due to the location being closed and the road inaccessible. Information regarding road conditions can be found at "Alerts & Conditions - Devils Postpile National Monument (U.S. National Park Service)".
• Previous Award Information: Details on the most recent awarded contract amount and total award amount/period of performance can be found on usaspending.gov using award ID 140P8621P0012.
• Budget Information: Budget information for this opportunity is not available.
• Incumbent Contractor: There is not currently an incumbent contractor for this service.

This document clarifies several points relevant to potential bidders, including the absence of a site visit and where to find historical contract data. It also states that budget information is not available.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Janitorial Services for Devils Postpile National Monument in California. The services are for funding purposes only, with a price schedule to be consulted for details.

• Janitorial services are required.

• Product/Service Code: S201

• Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-CUSTODIAL JANITORIAL

• The period of performance is for one year, with four one-year option periods, totaling up to five years.

• The base year period of performance is 06/01/2026 to 05/31/2027.

• Option Year 1 period of performance is 06/01/2027 to 05/31/2028.

• Option Year 2 period of performance is 06/01/2028 to 05/31/2029.

• Option Year 3 period of performance is 06/01/2029 to 05/31/2030.

• Option Year 4 period of performance is 06/01/2030 to 05/31/2031.

• Solicitation Issue Date: 05/04/2026

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: 05/22/2026 1700 PD

• Method of Solicitation: Request for Quote (RFQ)

• This acquisition is set aside 100.00% for Small Business.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 561720 with a size standard of $22.

• The contract is administered by NPS, PWR SF/SEA MABO, located in San Francisco, CA.

• Payment will be made by CODE PO1.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5615, Revision No. 27) for the Service Contract Act, applicable to Madera County, California. It lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations.

• Occupational Codes and Titles
• Corresponding Hourly Wage Rates
• Fringe Benefit Information (Health & Welfare, Vacation, Holidays)
• Notes on Executive Orders (EO 13706, EO 13658) regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage.
• Guidance on the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum wage and benefit requirements for service contract employees working in Madera County, California. It directly impacts labor cost estimations for proposals and ensures compliance with federal labor laws.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 01, a Price Schedule for Custodial Services at Devils Postpile National Monument. Offerors are required to complete the highlighted fields to provide their pricing for the services outlined.

• Instructions: Offerors must complete highlighted fields. Failure to price all items may result in a non-responsive offer. Costs for unlisted work should be included in related items. Summation errors will be corrected based on quantity x unit price. Pricing must be rounded to two decimal places.
• Line Items: The schedule includes pricing for:
  • Base Year: Public Restrooms (daily service) and Community Building (weekly service).
  • Option Year 1 through Option Year 4: Public Restrooms (daily service) and Community Building (weekly service).
• Performance Period: The annual performance period is approximately 17-22 weeks, dependent on weather. For pricing comparison, a 22-week period is used. Actual work scheduling will be determined annually between the Contractor and the COR.

This is a critical document for bidders to determine their pricing strategy and to submit a responsive quote. Offerors must carefully review the line items, quantities, and units of issue, and provide accurate unit prices and total costs for each period. The instructions provide specific guidance on how to complete the schedule and what constitutes a responsive submission.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map providing a layout of the facility, including various areas such as campgrounds, day use areas, parking, restrooms, administrative buildings, and other support structures. It serves as a visual reference for the location and arrangement of these facilities.

• Campground Loops (A & B)
• Day Use Areas
• Parking Areas
• Restrooms (flush and vault)
• Community Building / Employee Support
• Administrative Area
• Ranger Station
• River Access points
• Picnic Area
• Scale bar and directional indicator

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the physical layout and scope of the work area. It helps in visualizing the existing infrastructure, potential logistical challenges, and the spatial relationships between different operational zones. This information is vital for planning site visits, estimating resource needs, and developing accurate proposals, particularly for opportunities involving facility management, maintenance, or construction within this location.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items for janitorial services at Devils Postpile National Monument, California. The National Park Service intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract. This announcement is the only solicitation being issued.

• Janitorial services for Devils Postpile National Monument.

• The contract will include one base period and four one-year option periods.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: One base year plus four one-year option periods.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code is 561720 (Janitorial Services) with a small business size standard of $22.0 million in average annual receipts.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to lisa_henson@ios.doi.gov.

• All interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to the offeror providing the best value using simplified procedures. The evaluation factors are:

  1. Price
  2. Technical capability
  3. Prior experience

• The Government will evaluate offers by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. Option prices should not be significantly unbalanced.

• Key Deadlines: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but offerors must submit quotes according to the instructions.

• This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Attachments include: Quote and Price Schedule, Performance Work Statement, Map, and DOL Wage Determination for Madera County, California.

• Offerors must complete and submit specific information, including a project narrative, at least three references, and contractor core data.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial items, small business set-asides, labor standards, and biobased products.

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

To provide janitorial services for public restrooms and an employee support/community building at Devils Postpile National Monument (DEPO), maintaining high health standards and appearance.

• Public Restrooms (Serviced Daily): Emptying and relining waste/recycling containers, replenishing paper products and soap/disinfectant, mopping and disinfecting floors, cleaning and disinfecting all fixtures, counters, and work surfaces (including door handles, light switches, etc.).

• Community Building (Serviced Weekly): Similar tasks as public restrooms, including cleaning shower stalls and kitchen/lounge areas.

• Waste Containers: Free of odors, visible dirt, and trash.

• Floors: Free of litter, soil, stains, spills, dust, and dirt, with a uniform appearance.

• Bathrooms/Showers: Free of grime, soap scum, mold, dirt, and smudges.

• Community Center: Floors cleared of debris, mopped, and disinfected; counters and appliance exteriors wiped down and disinfected.

• Quality Assessment: Measured by customer complaints, with specific Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs) for each task (e.g., no more than 2 complaints weekly for waste container service).

• Period: Firm-fixed price contract with a one-year base period and four one-year options. Actual services performed from mid-June through mid-October annually. Specific dates communicated by the COR.

• Place: Devils Postpile National Monument, including public restrooms at Upper Campground Loop A, Lower Day Use Area, and the Community Building in the administrative area.

• Contractor Furnished: Supplies (recycled paper products, environmentally friendly materials), equipment (OSHA compliant), and personnel.

• Government Furnished: Storage space, water, electricity, refuse removal, and keys for building access and paper towel dispensers.

• Safety: Contractor must implement safety measures to reduce risks and report accidents.

• Personnel: Must present a neat appearance, be easily recognized, wear appropriate attire, and notify COR of personnel changes. No unauthorized entry.

• Security: Contractor responsible for safeguarding government property and implementing key control procedures.

• Service Constraints: Aware of potential delays due to road construction (Reds Meadow Road in 2026) and restroom construction (Lower Day Use Area in late summer 2026). The monument may close due to external factors, and the contractor is responsible for verifying access.