Joint Base Charleston Custodial Services

SOL #: FA441826R0011Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA4418 628 CONS PK
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SC, 29404-5021, United States

Place of Performance

Charleston AFB, SC

NAICS

Janitorial Services (561720)

PSC

Custodial Janitorial Services (S201)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 16, 2026
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Last Updated
May 29, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jun 9, 2026, 3:30 PM

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 Department of the Air Force is seeking proposals for Joint Base Charleston Custodial Services under a 100% 8(a) Small Business Set-Aside. This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFP) is for a Firm Fixed Price, Requirements contract to provide comprehensive custodial services at Joint Base Charleston, including the Air Force Base and Naval Weapons Station. The contract includes a base year and four option years, with an anticipated award by August 3, 2026. Proposals are due June 9, 2026, at 11:30 AM EDT.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, and labor for custodial services across Joint Base Charleston (JB CHS-AB and JB CHS-NWS). Services include:

  • Routine cleaning of various floor types, stairways, elevators, and walk-off mats.
  • Comprehensive cleaning and disinfection of restrooms, locker rooms, and lactation rooms, including stocking supplies.
  • Periodic cleaning services such as hard floor maintenance (scrubbing, sealing, waxing) and restorative carpet cleaning.
  • Specialized cleaning for Child Development Centers (CDC), Youth Centers (YC), School Age Programs, and Fitness Centers, adhering to specified service levels (1-4).
  • Compliance with Air Force Common Output Level Standards (AFCOLS) and performance objectives outlined in the Service Summary.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price, Requirements.
  • Period of Performance:
    • Base Year: October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
    • Option Year I: October 1, 2027 – September 30, 2028
    • Option Year II: October 1, 2028 – September 30, 2029
    • Option Year III: October 1, 2029 – September 30, 2030
    • Option Year IV: October 1, 2030 – September 30, 2031
  • Set-Aside: 100% for 8(a) Small Business Concerns.
  • Product Service Code (PSC): S201 (Custodial Janitorial Services).
  • NAICS Code: 561720, with a small business size standard of $22 million.
  • Place of Performance: Joint Base Charleston (Charleston Air Force Base, North Charleston, SC, and Naval Weapons Station, Goose Creek, SC).
  • Previous Contract Value: $7,322,415.60 (Oct 2021 - Sep 2026).

Submission & Evaluation

  • Proposals Due: June 9, 2026, at 11:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
  • Submission Method: Electronically to stephanie.woods.7@us.af.mil. Multiple emails are permitted for large files.
  • Evaluation Factors: Price, Technical, and Past Performance. Technical and Past Performance are significantly more important than price. Award will be made to the most advantageous proposal (best value trade-off).
  • Site Visit: An optional site visit was scheduled for May 7, 2026. Attendance is no longer a prerequisite for proposal submission.
  • Questions Deadline: May 11, 2026, at noon EDT.
  • Required Attachments: SF 1449, Rev 1 Performance Work Statement, Rev 1 JB Custodial Bid Schedule, Appendix B, Past Performance Questionnaire, Green Procurement Form, and Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs).
  • Key Personnel: Requires On-site Project Manager, Quality Control Manager, and at least one Lead Supervisor.
  • Registration: All companies must be registered in SAM.gov.

Special Requirements

Contractors must comply with base access and security requirements, including background checks and immunizations for personnel working in Child Development Centers and Youth Centers. Adherence to hazardous materials handling and antiterrorism training is also required. Bidders must review the provided Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) for labor cost implications.

People

Points of Contact

Stephanie R. WoodsPRIMARY
Terry HarrelsonSECONDARY

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