Lift Station and Grease Trap Services
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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 Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically 255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255), is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified sources for Lift Station and Grease Trap Services at the Marion VA Medical Center in Marion, IL. This is for market research purposes to gather information on industry capabilities. Responses are due by May 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
Services required include:
- Lift Station Maintenance: Semi-annual pumping, cleaning, and debris removal from wet wells, potentially involving confined space entry. Waste disposal must comply with local, state, and federal regulations. Includes pressure washing, clearing inlet pipes, and reporting abnormal conditions.
- Grease Trap Maintenance: Monthly skimming, waste buildup removal, and pumping of residuals from kitchen grease traps. Inlet/outlet pipes must be cleared, and waste disposal must follow regulations. Requires notification of deficiencies and spill cleanup.
- Equipment: Services cover Lift Station #1 (approx. 4' diameter, 14' deep) and a Kitchen Grease Trap Tank (approx. 4' x 6' x 8', ~1,000-gallon capacity).
- Emergency Services: Response required within 2 hours, with on-site presence within 4 hours.
- Training: Contractor employees must be trained in OSHA CFR 1910.22(d)(1), 1910.28(b)(3)(i)(ii), and 1910.29(e)(1)(2).
- Reporting: Submission of manifests, disposal reports after each service, and service completion reports detailing any abnormal conditions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential set-asides, with interest in SDVOSB/VOSB capabilities).
- Response Due: May 16, 2026, 10:00 AM CST
- Published: May 6, 2026
- NAICS: 562998 All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services
- PSC: J046 Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Water Purification And Sewage Treatment Equipment
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should provide:
- Company name, address, and point of contact.
- Business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, Hubzone, Large Business).
- SAM UEI number.
- Demonstration of capabilities to meet the described requirements.
- Responses to specific questions regarding business size, manufacturing/distribution status, and existing federal contracts. Submissions must be sent via email to Stephen.Parrott@va.gov.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or an offer to form a binding contract. Responders are responsible for all associated expenses. VAAR policies related to subcontracting limitations may apply to SDVOSB/VOSB entities.