Market Research for Base-Wide Custodial Service at Yokota AB and GSUs
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 conducting Market Research (Sources Sought) to identify qualified sources for Base-Wide Custodial Services at Yokota Air Base, Japan, and several off-base sites. This effort aims to gather industry information to develop a future solicitation. Responses to the questionnaire are due by March 19, 2026.
Scope of Services
The required services encompass comprehensive custodial duties to maintain a satisfactory facility condition and a clean, professional appearance. This includes:
- General Cleaning: Non-carpeted and carpeted floors, restrooms (cleaning, disinfecting, stocking supplies), drinking fountains, trash, and recyclables removal.
- Periodic Cleaning: Monthly, semi-annual, or annual services such as hard floor maintenance and carpet restorative cleaning.
- Special Cleaning: Protocols for Child Development Centers (CDC) and Youth Activity Centers, requiring specific personnel background checks, training, and immunizations.
- Additional Services: Cleaning for Military Family Housing (MFH), O&M Towers, Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DODEA) Facilities, and emergency/special event cleaning. Services are required at Yokota Air Base and off-base sites including TAMA, TOKOROZAWA, OWADA, and MOMOTE.
Purpose of Market Research
The 374th Contracting Squadron is issuing a questionnaire to gather information on customary commercial practices for base-wide custodial services. This input will help shape the requirements and structure of a future solicitation. The information provided is for planning purposes only and will not result in a contract award. Key areas of inquiry include:
- Company Experience & Personnel: Past performance, government facility experience, training, certifications, base access, and infectious disease prevention.
- Scope & Capability: Ability to support multiple locations, personnel allocation, subcontracting, emergency services, and automated cleaning systems.
- Quality Control: Use of formal QC plans and performance measurement methods.
- Pricing & Contract Structure: Recommendations on contract type, consolidation, pricing strategies, and factors for long-term and non-routine work.
- Logistics & Compliance: Cost-effectiveness of supply models, environmentally friendly practices, relevant Japanese laws, and transition plans.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 19, 2026 (Close of Business)
- Published: March 3, 2026
Action Item
Interested vendors should complete the market research questionnaire to provide input that will inform the development of a future solicitation.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Mikiko Owada at mikiko.owada.jp@us.af.mil or 81425110100.