M1LZ--Parking Services for the Iron Mountain VAMC

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Parking Services at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, MI. The objective is to alleviate parking problems, reduce congestion, and improve patient service.

• Provide parking services for approximately 50 vehicles per day.

• Services include ticketing, securing keys, providing cones and necessary supplies.

• Contractor employees must greet patients/visitors within 10 minutes of arrival and retrieve vehicles within 10 minutes of request.

• Employees must wear uniforms, maintain a professional appearance, and drive safely.

• Contractor is responsible for lost keys and vehicle damage.

• Adherence to VA facility policies, including drug-free environment and no smoking.

• Compliance with VHA Directive 1192 regarding influenza vaccination or masking for healthcare personnel.

• Drug screening and criminal background checks for all contractor employees are required.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Base period from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027.

• Option Periods: Four (4) twelve-month option renewal periods.

• Estimated Value: $47 Million (This appears to be an overall estimate, not specific to this solicitation).

• Submission Method: Email quotes to derrick.paquette@va.gov by the solicitation due date.

• Required Information: Price schedule, SF 1449 blocks, Technical Capability narrative, Quality Control Plan, Experience details (clients, violations, accidents, complaints, references, litigation, insurance), and signed VAAR 852.219-75.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Experience, and Price.

• Site Visit: Strongly suggested, scheduled for Tuesday, May 19th, 2025, at 1:30 pm local time.

• RFQ Questions Deadline: Tuesday, May 21st, at 6:00 AM local time, submitted via email to derrick.paquette@va.gov.

• Acquisition is Unrestricted (as indicated on SF 1449, Block 10).

• Service Contract Labor Standards Apply.

• NAICS Code: 812930 - Parking Lots and Garages.

• Size Standard: $47 Million (This appears to be an overall estimate, not specific to this solicitation).

• Solicitation issued under FAR Part 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items.

• Invoices must be submitted electronically via Tungsten Network.

• Contractor must provide a locking key cabinet(s) and/or booth and ticket dispensers.

• Minimum of two contractor employees on-site during operational hours, with a designated supervisor.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is VA Form 852.219-75, a "VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction." It requires offerors to certify their compliance with subcontracting limitations if awarded a contract.

• Services Contract: Offeror certifies they will not pay more than 50% of the contract amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs.
• General Construction Contract: Offeror certifies they will not pay more than 85% of the contract amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Costs of materials are excluded.
• Special Trade Construction Contractors: Offeror certifies they will not pay more than 75% of the contract amount to firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs. Costs of materials are excluded.
• Acknowledgement of Penalties: Offerors acknowledge that false certifications are subject to penalties under Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001.
• Cooperation: Offerors agree to cooperate and provide documentation to VA to demonstrate compliance.
• Certification Section: Requires the offeror to complete and sign a certification statement.

This form is mandatory for offerors. It must be completed, signed, and returned with the bid, quotation, or proposal. Failure to provide this certification will render the offer ineligible for evaluation and award. Bidders must understand and agree to the subcontracting limitations applicable to the contract type (services, general construction, or special trade construction) and acknowledge the potential penalties for non-compliance.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-4871, Revision No. 31) for the state of Michigan, issued under the Service Contract Act. It lists various occupational codes, titles, and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required for federal contracts in the specified geographic area.

This document is crucial for potential bidders on federal service contracts in Michigan. It establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Bidders must consult this determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. It details rates for a wide range of occupations, from administrative support and clerical roles to technical, health, and maintenance positions. The document also includes important notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), as well as details on vacation, holidays, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances. A process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (conformance) is also outlined.