Latrines and Handwashing Stations at Fort Irwin, CA

Solicitation

This solicitation is for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Firm Fixed-Price Task Order contract for non-sewer portable latrines and hand wash stations. The contract will have a base year and four (4) option years, with a period of performance from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2031. The services are required to support training missions at various sites within the National Training Center (NTC) and Fort Irwin, California, including surrounding areas, Barstow/Daggett, Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Yermo, and Southern California Logistics Airport (SCLA) in Victorville, California.

• Provision of non-sewer portable latrines and hand wash stations.

• Services include delivery, set-up, routine servicing (pumping, sanitizing, restocking consumable supplies), relocation, and removal of maintained, usable leased equipment.

• Equipment must be in a usable/functional status at all times.

• Desert sand-colored latrines with lusterless enamel finish, enclosed with screened roof ventilation, and constructed of heavy gauge galvanized metal, plastic, or fiberglass.

• Latrine tank capacity of 60 gallons or greater.

• Hand wash stations with a minimum 24-gallon fresh water capacity and 24-gallon gray water capacity, equipped with liquid soap dispensers and paper towel dispensers.

• Handicap latrines and hand wash stations must be ADA compliant.

• Contractor must provide communications capability for personnel.

• Contractor vehicles must be registered and operators must possess valid driver's licenses.

• A 10-pound ABC type fire extinguisher must be provided for all contract vehicles.

• Contractor must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, ordinances, and regulations regarding vehicles, waste disposal, and chemical use.

• Contractor must provide a Quality Control Plan (QCP) and an Accident Prevention Plan.

• Personnel performing work must have an active Tier 1 Non Sensitive Position Level security clearance.

• Contractor employees must wear identification badges.

• Contractor must follow DoD drug-free workplace policies.

• Required training includes Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I, OPSEC, IWATCH, and TARP training.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price IDIQ

• Period of Performance: Base year (May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027) plus four (4) option years (May 1, 2027 - April 30, 2031).

• Minimum Guarantee: $2,500.00

• NAICS Code: 562991

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via the PIEE Solicitation module.

• Proposals must be organized into four volumes: General, Technical Capability Factor, Past Performance Factor, and Price Factor.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection procedures.

• Technical and Past Performance factors must receive an "Acceptable" rating.

• Price will be evaluated for reasonableness, completeness, and balance.

• Offerors are not required to provide pricing for the six-month option to extend services.

• Key Personnel: Program Manager and Alternate Program Manager with specific experience required.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 562991, Size Standard: USD 9,000,000.00

• All attachments will be provided as separate documents.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference.

Solicitation

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: W9124B26RA0030003) for the rental of non-sewer portable latrines and handwashing stations. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type, with a base year and four option years.

• Rental of non-sewer portable latrines and handwashing stations.

• Services include delivery, set-up, routine servicing (pumping, sanitizing, restocking consumables), and removal.

• Equipment must be desert sand-colored with lusterless enamel finish.

• Latrines must be self-closing, have an inside operational lock, and hold a minimum of 60 gallons.

• Hand wash stations must have a minimum 24-gallon fresh water capacity and 24-gallon gray water capacity, with dispensers for soap and paper towels.

• Handicap accessible latrines and hand wash stations must comply with ADA requirements.

• Contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and transportation.

• Contractor must maintain equipment in a 100% functional and usable status.

• Contractor must provide a Quality Control Plan (QCP) and an Accident Prevention Plan.

• Contractor personnel must have active Tier 1 Non Sensitive Position Level security clearance.

• Period of Performance: Base year (01 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2027) plus four option years (01 May 2027 - 30 Apr 2031).

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price IDIQ.

• NAICS Code: 562991 (Size Standard: USD 9,000,000.00).

• Offer Due Date: 25 March 2026, 12:00 PM Local Time.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via the PIEE Solicitation module.

• Proposals are to be organized into four volumes: General, Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest priced technically acceptable proposal.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference.

• Detailed specifications for latrines and hand wash stations are provided in Attachment 3.

• General locations for placement are detailed in Attachment 5.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides revised responses to vendor inquiries regarding Solicitation W9124B26RA003 for portable latrines and handwashing stations. The Q&A open period has been extended.

• Solicitation Availability: The Solicitation (W9124B26RA003_Professional_Appearance.pdf) and associated pricing spreadsheet were not initially available but are expected shortly. The solicitation has been amended and extended to Monday, March 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon) PST.
• Pricing Calculation: For delivery orders under an IDIQ, the Total CLIN Price is calculated as (Number of Units) x (Number of Days) x (Daily Unit Price). The "Unit Price" should reflect the daily rental rate, and the "Amount" section represents the total maximum IDIQ ceiling for the CLIN.
• SF 1449 and Evaluation Criteria: Information regarding the SF 1449 and evaluation criteria was initially missing but is addressed by referring to the amended solicitation.
• PWS Highlighted Sections: Highlighted sections in the PWS are relevant to the requirement and were internally noted.
• Contract Type: This is a follow-on contract.
• IDIQ Structure: The solicitation will result in an IDIQ with POPs of one-year duration. Quantities are ceilings, and usage is mission-dependent with no set predictable parameters. Order durations can vary from one day to months, based on customer request.
• Demand Fluctuation: Demand for these services at Fort Irwin is expected to fluctuate significantly due to ongoing Army transformation initiatives, making long-term forecasting difficult.

The Q&A open period has been extended. The solicitation document and pricing spreadsheet are expected shortly, and an amendment has extended the submission deadline to March 23, 2026.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0003) is the only published amendment for this solicitation, superseding previous system errors. Key changes include:

• Unit of Measure (UoM) Clarification: The UoM for CLINs 0001 through 0009 has been clarified from "EA" to "Day". The UoM for CLIN 0010 has been clarified to "Month".

• RFP Submission Deadline Extension: The proposal submission deadline has been extended to March 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST.

• Q&A Deadline Extension: The deadline for submitting questions and answers has been extended to March 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST.

• Pricing Clarification: A clarification regarding pricing has been incorporated into Section L.

• Point of Contact Update: The Contracting Officer's Point of Contact has been updated to LTC Pedro Costas (pedro.j.costas.mil@army.mil).

• CLINs 0001-0009 (UoM change)

• CLIN 0010 (UoM change)

• Section L (Pricing clarification)

• Solicitation submission deadline

• Q&A deadline

• Point of Contact information

Offerors should note the extended deadlines for proposal submission and Q&A. The changes to UoM and pricing clarifications may impact how proposals are prepared and evaluated. The updated POC should be used for any further inquiries.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor inquiries regarding Solicitation W9124B26RA003.

• Pre-qualified Bidders List: No intended or pre-qualified bidders list is available for this project.
• Solicitation Document Availability: The "Solicitation___W9124B26RA003_Professional_Appearance.pdf" has been resubmitted and is now available. The associated pricing spreadsheet is to be provided by the prospective bidder.
• SF 1449 Form: The SF 1449 form, which details pricing and evaluation criteria, has been re-attached.
• PWS Highlighted Sections: Highlighted sections in the PWS are internal markings relevant to the requirement.
• Contract Type: This is a follow-on contract, not a brand-new one.
• Government-Provided Items: Information regarding water provision and the number/type of portable toilets and handwashing stations needed per location, as well as service frequency, should be referred to in the PWS and SF 1449.

Key documents (SF 1449, Solicitation) have been provided or re-attached. Bidders should refer to the PWS and SF 1449 for specific requirements regarding services and supplies. The contract is a follow-on.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor inquiries regarding Solicitation W9124B26RA003.

• Bidders List: An intended or pre-qualified bidders list is not available.
• Solicitation Document Availability: The "Solicitation___W9124B26RA003_Professional_Appearance.pdf" has been resubmitted and is now available. The associated pricing spreadsheet is to be provided by the prospective bidder.
• SF 1449 Form: The SF 1449 form, which contains pricing and evaluation criteria information, has been re-attached.
• PWS Highlighted Sections: Highlighted sections in the PWS are internal and relevant to the requirement.
• Contract Type: This is a follow-on contract, not a brand-new one.
• Government-Provided Items & Service Frequency: Information regarding water provision, portable toilet/hand wash station requirements, and service frequency should be referred to in the PWS and SF 1449.

This Q&A clarifies the availability of key documents (Solicitation PDF, SF 1449) and provides essential details about the contract's nature (follow-on) and where to find specific requirements (PWS, SF 1449).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Firm Fixed Price Task Order contract for non-sewer portable latrines and hand wash stations. The services are required to support the training mission at various sites within the National Training Center (NTC) and Fort Irwin, California, as well as other specified locations including Barstow/Daggett, Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Yermo, and Southern California Logistics Airport (SCLA) in Victorville, California.

• Provision of non-sewer portable latrines and hand wash stations.

• Services include delivery, relocation, and pick-up/removal of leased equipment.

• Equipment must be maintained in a usable/functional status at all times.

• Desert sand-colored latrines and hand wash stations are required for realism.

• Specific quantities are detailed for various zones and locations, with combined requirements potentially reaching 700-14,000 units simultaneously.

• ADA compliant handicap latrines and hand wash stations are required.

• Contractor must provide all necessary equipment, supplies, tools, materials, labor, transportation, and personnel oversight.

• Vehicles must be registered, operators must have valid driver's licenses, and vehicles must be equipped with communication equipment and a fire extinguisher.

• Latrines must meet specific construction and capacity requirements (e.g., 60-gallon tank capacity, no chemical leaks).

• Hand wash stations must have specific features including countertop areas, soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, and foot pumps.

• Liquid waste hauling vehicles/equipment must be four-wheel drive capable and California State permitted/certified.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price IDIQ

• Period of Performance: Base year plus four (4) option years.

• Base Period: 01 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2027

• Option Periods: Extend through 30 Apr 2031

• NAICS Code: 562991

• Size Standard: $9,000,000.00

• Offer Due Date: 13 MAR 2026, 01:00 PM

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via the PIEE Solicitation module.

• Proposal format requires four volumes: General, Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.

• Evaluation will be based on lowest priced technically acceptable proposal.

• Technical evaluation will assess staffing plan, equipment plan, and quality control plan.

• Past performance will be evaluated based on recency, relevancy, and overall rating.

• Price will be evaluated using price analysis techniques to determine reasonableness, completeness, and balance.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 562991

• Size Standard: $9,000,000.00

• Solicitation Number: W9124B26RA003

• Solicitation Issue Date: 12 FEB 2026

• Contact for Solicitation Information: Tamaria Baker (760) 380-4454, tamaria.r.baker.civ@army.mil

• Contracting Officer: Carlet Clark, carlet.a.clark.civ@army.mil

• FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference and in full text.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor inquiries regarding Solicitation W9124B26RA003.

• Pre-qualified Bidders List: An intended or pre-qualified bidders list for this project is not available.
• Document Availability: The document 'Solicitation___W9124B26RA003_Professional_Appearance.pdf' and its associated pricing spreadsheet were initially unavailable. The PDF has since been resubmitted and is available for viewing.
• Pricing Spreadsheet: The associated pricing spreadsheet is to be provided by the prospective bidder(s).

This clarification addresses the availability of key documents and confirms that bidders are responsible for providing their own pricing spreadsheet. No changes to deadlines or submission rules are indicated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Latrines and Handwashing Stations at Fort Irwin, CA. It is for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Firm Fixed Price Task Order contract. The government is procuring latrine and handwashing station services for the National Training Center and Fort Irwin Installation.

• The primary service involves the lease or rental of equipment, specifically toiletries (Product or Service Code W085).

• The NAICS code associated with this procurement is 562991: Septic Tank and Related Services.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Task Order contract.

• Ordering Period: Sixty (60) months.

• Period of Performance: 01 May 2026 - 30 APR 2031.

• Response Date: March 13, 2026, 13:00 Pacific Standard Time.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in this document, but proposals will be sought competitively.

• This procurement is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• The solicitation references two attachments: 'I_A_02_Performance_Work_Statement_Rev02.pdf' and 'Solicitation__W9124B26RA003_Professional_Appearance.pdf'.

• Primary Contact: Tamaria Baker (tamaria.r.baker.civ@army.mil, 760-380-4454).

• Alternate Contacts: Joseph Laughlin and Carlet Clark.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) details the requirements for providing non-sewer portable latrines and hand-wash stations to support training and facilities at various sites within the National Training Center (NTC) and Fort Irwin, California, as well as surrounding areas including Barstow/Daggett, Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Yermo, and Southern California Logistics Airport (SCLA).

• Lease of portable latrines and hand-wash stations, including delivery, relocation, and pick-up/removal.

• Equipment must be maintained in a usable/functional status at all times.

• Desert sand-colored units are required to blend with the training environment.

• Historically, the ratio has been 1 latrine per 25 males or 18 females, and 1 hand wash station per 10 latrines.

• Combined requirements typically involve the simultaneous placement of 700-8,000 latrines and hand wash stations.

• Latrines and hand wash stations must be in a usable/functional status at all times.

• Deliveries must be accomplished within 24 work hours of receiving a service request.

• Removals must be accomplished within 48 work hours after the Period of Performance (POP) of a required delivery order service.

• 95% of all routine deliveries, placements, and removals must be without customer complaints.

• Phase-in Period: April 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026

• 60-Month Ordering Period of Performance: May 1, 2026 – March 31, 2031

• Place of Performance: Various sites within the National Training Center (NTC) and surrounding areas of Fort Irwin, California, including NTC, Barstow/Daggett, MCLB Yermo, and SCLA in Victorville, California.

• Contractor must develop and implement a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Contractor must comply with security requirements, including personnel security clearances, OPSEC, and installation access procedures.

• Contractor must provide specific training for employees (e.g., Anti-Terrorism, OPSEC, TARP, NTC Safety Range Training).

• Equipment must be marked with the contractor's name and numbered.

• Contractor is responsible for safeguarding all equipment.

• Specific specifications for latrines and hand wash stations are detailed in Attachment 3, including ADA compliance for handicap units.