Multimedia Environmental Compliance Services with an Emphasis on Fuel Storage Tanks/Spill, Air Quality, and Waste/Materials

Amendment / Modification

This document, Amendment 0003, provides responses to Pre-Proposal Inquiries (PPIs) and clarifies several aspects of the solicitation for Multi-Media Environmental Compliance Services. Key changes and clarifications include:

• Proposal Due Date Extension: The proposal due date has been extended to March 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

• Experience Criteria: Clarified that proposals do not need to demonstrate experience with all listed criteria in the scope or attachments to be considered. Specific minimums are required for Fuel Storage Tanks/Spill, Air Quality, and Waste/Materials categories (at least two projects each), with the remaining four projects being flexible.

• Personnel Qualifications:

  • AHERA Asbestos Project Designer certification is acceptable in lieu of a Project Design Manager.
  • NACE/AMPP certification for cathodic protection is now incorporated.
  • Clarified that a BS in STEM is required for the Technical Specialist, with at least 10 years of specialized experience and either a PhD or equivalent specialized training/certifications (including specific industry certifications).
  • Scientist (Chemist) role requires at least one year of experience in Level III data validation.
  • CADD Operator experience requirements have been clarified.

• Submission Requirements:

  • Resumes and certifications for personnel are not required with the proposal submission; these are contract performance requirements post-award.
  • An 11x17 page size is permitted only for the organizational chart under Factor 1; all other pages must be 8.5x11.
  • Joint Venture (JV) agreements: For Factor 1, a signed JV agreement is required. For Factor 2, if a project was performed by a JV, the JV agreement for that specific project is needed. JV agreements are not counted against the 35-page limit for Factor 2, with only one page required to document participation.
  • Past performance for subcontractors can be demonstrated via a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) from the prime contractor.
  • Availability of working capital can be submitted directly via email.

• Project Definition: "Recent" projects are defined as completed within the past seven years from the solicitation issuance date (i.e., no earlier than January 7, 2019), even if awarded prior to that date.

• AFFF/PFAS Requirements: Clarified that these activities pertain to fire protection equipment and systems, including rinsing, removal, and disposal of AFFF-related equipment and waste.

• Incumbent Information: The incumbent contract is N4008021D0010 with a ceiling of $40M. A redacted version of the incumbent's proposal is not available.

• Performance Work Statement (PWS) sections related to personnel qualifications, AFFF/PFAS requirements, and specific roles (Technical Specialist, Scientist (Chemist), CADD Operator).

• Section L (Proposal Submission Instructions) regarding page sizes, JV agreements, and financial statements.

• Section M (Evaluation Factors) regarding past performance project criteria, page limits, and JV agreements.

• Proposal deadline extended to March 11, 2026.

• Offerors should adjust their proposal preparation based on the clarified experience requirements, personnel qualifications, and submission guidelines for JV agreements and past performance.

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment provides Government clarification to additional Pre-Proposal Inquiries (PPIs) numbered 30-34.

• An attachment named "N4008026R1002_PPIs_Amendment0003" has been added to provide these clarifications.

• All revised attachments will be posted to the PIEE Solicitation Module along with this amendment.

• Section J - List of Attachments: The attachment "N4008026R1002_PPIs_Amendment0003" was added.

• The proposal due date remains unchanged at 11 March 2026.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0002 to the solicitation N4008026R1002 for Multi-Media Environmental Compliance Services. It addresses numerous pre-proposal inquiries (PPIs) from potential bidders and modifies the solicitation accordingly.

Key changes include:

• Clarification of specialized experience criteria, confirming that proposals do not need to demonstrate experience with all listed criteria.
• Updates to Attachment G to include "HW Contingency Plans for large quantity generators."
• Clarification that an individual with an AHERA Asbestos Project Designer certification may satisfy the applicable personnel qualification requirement.
• Incorporation of NACE/AMPP into the cathodic protection certification language.
• Confirmation that resumes and certifications are not required to be submitted with the proposal.
• Clarification on page count for 11x17 pages (considered one page).
• Refined requirements for past performance projects, specifying minimums for Fuel Storage Tanks/Spill, Air Quality, and Waste/Materials, with the remaining projects able to cover any category.
• Clarification on the page limit for Corporate Experience, stating the full 35 pages are not mandatory.
• Confirmation that D.C. and Maryland Underground Storage Tank certifications can be satisfied by a subcontractor.
• Clarification for SBA-approved Mentor-Protégé Joint Ventures regarding project submission requirements.
• Updates to reflect AFFF/PFAS requirements for equipment rinsing, removal, and disposal.
• Clarification on Level III data validation experience for the Scientist (Chemist) position (1 year minimum).
• Clarification on CADD Operator position experience requirements.
• Extension of the proposal due date to 2:00 PM on March 11, 2026.
• Clarification on the definition of "recent" for project completion (within the last seven years, no earlier than January 7, 2019).

Various sections of the solicitation, including Attachments E, F, and G, Section C (Personnel Qualifications), Section L (Proposal Submission Instructions), and Section M (Evaluation Factors), have been modified or clarified.

• The proposal deadline has been extended to March 11, 2026.
• Offerors should review the updated requirements for specialized experience, past performance, personnel qualifications, and specific technical areas like AFFF/PFAS.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment G Table 3 Waste/Materials," outlines specialized experience requirements for potential bidders. It serves as a table to document specific projects or experiences relevant to the opportunity.

The table lists ten distinct categories of specialized experience, each with a corresponding project number. These categories include:

• EPCRA 313 and 313 (Tier II and III) Reports for large quantity generators.
• Hazardous Waste Management and/or Contingency Plans for large quantity generators (LQGs).
• Supporting/obtaining RCRA Part B permits for LQGs.
• Radon assessment (minimum 15 non-residential buildings/100 rooms).
• Radon mitigation & testing for institutional buildings over 5000 SF.
• Asbestos inspection/survey.
• Asbestos Management Plan.
• Asbestos abatement design, remediation, monitoring.
• Lead Based Paint (LBP) inspection/survey.
• LBP Management Plan.
• LBP abatement design, remediation, monitoring.

Bidders must use this table to demonstrate their experience in the listed areas. The government will likely evaluate the completeness and relevance of the documented experience against these specialized requirements to assess a bidder's capability to perform the work associated with the opportunity.

Amendment / Modification

This Amendment 0002 to Solicitation N4008026R1002 introduces several key changes:

• Pre-Proposal Inquiries (PPIs): Government responses to PPIs are provided as an attachment (N4008026R1002_PPIs_Amendment 0002).

• Revised Attachment: Attachment_G_Table_3_Waste_Materials_2.10.26 has been revised.

• Statement of Work (SOW) Revision: The Performance Work Statement/Statement of Work under Section C has been revised to include details on multi-media environmental compliance services, including Fuel Storage Tank/Spill, Air Quality, and Waste/Materials services. It outlines primary and secondary scopes of work, personnel qualifications, and certification requirements.

• New DFARS Clauses: DFARS Provision 252.204-7025 (Notice of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements) is added to Section L, and DFARS Clause 252.204-7021 (Contractor Compliance With the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements) is added to Section I.

• Proposal Due Date Extension: The response due date has been extended from February 25, 2026, to March 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

• Evaluation Factors Revision: Section M.2, Evaluation Factors for Award, has been revised.

• Section C: Description/Specifications/Statement of Work (Revised PWS/SOW).

• Section I: Contract Clauses (Added DFARS 252.204-7021).

• Section J: List of Attachments (Added new PPIs and revised Waste Materials attachment; deleted old Waste Materials attachment).

• Section L: Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters (Revised proposal due date, added DFARS 252.204-7025).

• Section M: Evaluation Factors for Award (Revised M.2 Evaluation Factors).

• New Proposal Deadline: Proposals are now due by March 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

• Cybersecurity Requirements: Bidders must comply with new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 (Self) requirements, including having a current CMMC status in SPRS prior to award and providing CMMC unique identifier(s) in their proposal. Subcontractors must also meet CMMC requirements.

• Pre-Proposal Inquiry Deadline: All Government Pre-Proposal Inquiries must be submitted by February 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

• Acknowledgement: Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Amendment / Modification

• The Government cut-off date for submitting Pre-Proposal Inquiries (PPI) has been extended.

• The new deadline is 3 February 2026 at 2:00 PM EST.

• The previous deadline was 21 January 2026 at 2:00 PM EST.

• Section L (Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters), specifically the Pre-Proposal Inquiry (PPI) deadline.

• The deadline for submitting Pre-Proposal Inquiries has been extended, providing bidders with additional time to ask questions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Multimedia Environmental Compliance Services, with an emphasis on Fuel Storage Tanks/Spill, Air Quality, and Waste/Materials. The services are to be performed within the NAVFAC Washington Area of Responsibility (AOR), including Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia, and additionally CONUS lands and waters supporting the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and other federal entities supported by NAVFAC Washington, as well as U.S. Territories.

The contract will provide a full range of multi-media environmental compliance services. Key areas include:

• Air Quality and Clean Air Act Compliance (e.g., emissions inventory, permit applications, reporting, modeling).

• Fuel Storage Tank and Spill Compliance (e.g., inventory, SPCC plans, inspections, repairs, training).

• Waste and Materials Compliance (e.g., EPCRA reports, hazardous waste management, AFFF/PFAS remediation, asbestos management).

• Stormwater Compliance (e.g., LID design, BMPs, sampling, pollution prevention plans).

• Wastewater Compliance (e.g., evaluation, studies, permit applications, sampling, O&M manuals).

• Drinking Water Compliance (e.g., source water protection, sanitary surveys, water quality evaluations).

• Environmental Management System (EMS).

• Other Environmental Liabilities (OEL).

• Environmental Planning (EA, EIS).

• Natural Resources (biological investigations, wetland delineations, coastal zone management, etc.).

• Cultural Resources (historic preservation, archaeological surveys, etc.).

• Installation Restoration (CERCLA, SARA, RCRA compliance).

• Contract Type: Single award Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Maximum Contract Value: $45,000,000.00

• Contract Term: Base period of five years, with an option to extend services for up to an additional six months (total period not to exceed 66 months).

• Period of Performance: Estimated start date is 07 Aug 2026, with an estimated completion date of 06 Feb 2032.

• Proposal Submission: Electronic proposals (.pdf format) are due by 2:00 PM EST on 25 February 2026 via the PIEE Solicitation Module.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Factors include Technical/Management Approach, Corporate Experience, Safety, and Past Performance.

• Key Deadlines: Pre-Proposal Inquiries due by 21 January 2026.

• Set-Aside: This contract is solicited as a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 541620 Environmental Consulting Services, with a Size Standard of $19M.

• Bid Guarantee: Not required.

• Offerors must have at least one office in the NAVFAC Washington Area of Responsibility (AOR) and maintain an office within 150 miles of the Washington Navy Yard throughout the period of performance.

• Specific personnel qualifications are detailed in Section C.3.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a guide for vendors registering on the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) platform. It provides step-by-step instructions for new and existing users to create accounts, add roles (Proposal Manager, Proposal View Only), and manage their profiles.

• New User Registration: Covers creating a PIEE user account, including selecting the 'Vendor' user type, setting up User ID and password, answering security questions, completing user profile and supervisor/company information, and selecting roles.
• Existing User Role Addition: Details how to add additional roles to an existing PIEE account.
• Roles: Explains the 'Proposal Manager' role (required to submit offers) and the 'Proposal View Only' role.
• CAGE Code: Requirement to enter a CAGE Code for role assignment.
• Support Information: Provides links and contact details for getting started, account support, and technical support.
• Roles and Actions Matrix: Outlines available actions and menu items for each vendor role.

This guide is crucial for any bidder who needs to interact with solicitations posted on the PIEE platform. It ensures vendors can properly register and obtain the necessary roles (specifically 'Proposal Manager') to submit offers. Understanding these steps is essential for participation in opportunities managed through PIEE.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a log of questions and answers related to a solicitation. It records questions submitted by offerors, the date received, and the government's response. It also includes information about the offeror and the government responder.

• Question Number
• Date Received
• Reference (Page, Section, Paragraph)
• Offeror's Question
• Government Response
• Government Responder Name and Email
• Offeror Point of Contact Name and Email
• Amendment Number

This document provides clarifications and answers to potential questions that bidders may have regarding the solicitation. Reviewing these Q&As can help bidders understand specific requirements, potential ambiguities, and the government's interpretation of the solicitation, which is crucial for preparing an accurate and compliant proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Project Information Form" intended to collect supporting information from bidders demonstrating relevant project experience. Bidders are instructed to submit up to ten (10) projects, with a limit of two pages per project. This form helps the government assess the bidder's qualifications and past performance.

• Contractor/JV/Team Name
• Project Type (e.g., Fuel Storage Tanks/Spill, Air Quality, Waste/Materials)
• Project Number (1-10)
• Contract Number and Delivery/Task Order No.
• Title and Location of the project
• Award Date and Final Contract Price
• Completion Date and percentage of completion
• Type of Work (e.g., Environmental Services)
• Customer/Owner Name and Point of Contact details
• Work Performed As (Prime Contractor, JV, Teaming Arrangement, etc.)
• Type of Contract (e.g., Environmental Services)
• Detailed Description of Project and its relevance to the solicitation
• Percentage of Work Self-Performed and a description of self-performed work

Bidders must complete this form to showcase their experience on similar projects. The information provided, particularly the project descriptions and self-performed work, will be crucial for demonstrating capability and will likely be a significant factor in the evaluation of their proposal. The form requires specific details about past contracts, performance, and the nature of the work performed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "Attachment F Table 2 Air Quality Specialized Experience," appears to be a table designed to capture specialized experience related to air quality services for potential bidders. It serves as a template for vendors to detail their relevant project experience.

• The table lists ten distinct categories of specialized experience related to air quality.
• These categories include:
  • Air Stage II vapor recovery testing
  • Emergency generator/boiler permit support
  • Air emissions modeling
  • Performance testing of fuel burning equipment
  • Preparing/supporting Title V permits
  • Air emissions inventory
  • Ozone depleting substances inventory
  • Preparation of annual emissions certification report
• Each category has associated project numbers (1-10) which likely correspond to specific projects the bidder has completed.

Bidders are expected to use this table to document their experience in specific air quality-related tasks. This information will likely be used by the government to evaluate the bidder's qualifications and specialized expertise relevant to the opportunity's requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment E Table 1 Fuel Storage Tanks/Spills," outlines the specialized experience required for tasks related to fuel storage tanks and spill management. It serves as a checklist or table for bidders to demonstrate their qualifications.

The table lists specific areas of specialized experience, numbered 1 through 20, which include:

• Tank repairs and maintenance (UST and AST)
• Tank and oil/water separator cleaning
• Tank testing and compliance inspections (ASTs and USTs)
• Maryland Triennial Third-Party UST inspections
• Tank integrity and ultrasonic thickness testing
• MIC sampling and analysis
• Product compatibility evaluation
• Aging tank system evaluation
• New fuel tank system design and installation (10,000 - 50,000 gal)
• UST removal, in-situ closure, and site investigation
• LUST site remediation and closure documentation
• POL spill site investigation, remediation, and closure
• Spill Contingency Plan Development (OPNAVINST 5090 requirement)
• SPCC Plan development
• Facility Response Plan development
• Tank Management Plan development

Bidders must review this table to understand the specific types and volume of experience the government is seeking in fuel storage tank and spill management. This document is crucial for demonstrating compliance with the specialized experience requirements of the opportunity and for tailoring proposals to highlight relevant past performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing template (Excel spreadsheet) for the solicitation. It outlines the labor categories, estimated hours, and required hourly burdened rates for CLIN 0001 (Years 1-5) and CLIN 0002 (FAR 52.217-8 Option).

• Labor Categories: A comprehensive list of roles, including Principal/Program Manager, Project Manager, Engineers (Senior, Mid-Level, Junior), Scientists/Geologists (Senior, Mid-Level, Junior), Field Technicians, GIS Analyst, CAD Operator, Health & Safety Manager, Administrative, Junior Contract Manager, Chemist, and various Project Managers for specific areas (Air, Hazardous Waste, Tanks/Spills), as well as Tank Inspectors.
• Hours: Estimated hours are provided for each labor category under CLIN 0001.
• Hourly Burdened Rate: Fields are provided for Years 1 through 5 for CLIN 0001, and for the FAR 52.217-8 Option for CLIN 0002.
• Totals: Fields for total hours and total burdened rates are included.

Bidders must use this template to provide their proposed hourly burdened rates for each labor category across the contract period and option. This is a critical component for proposal preparation and will likely be used in the evaluation of pricing. Note that all rate fields are currently populated with 0.0, indicating that bidders need to fill in their proposed pricing.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the NAVFAC/USACE Past Performance Questionnaire (Form PPQ-0). It is designed to collect feedback from clients regarding a contractor's performance on previous projects. Bidders are expected to have this form completed by their clients and submit it with their proposals.

• Contractor Information: Fields for firm name, CAGE code, DUNS number, address, contact details.
• Work Performed As: Specifies whether the contractor acted as Prime, Subcontractor, Joint Venture, or Other, and the percentage of work performed.
• Contract Information: Details about the specific contract being reviewed, including contract number, type, title, location, award and completion dates, original and final prices, and explanations for any differences.
• Project Description: Includes a rating for work complexity and a section for the client to explain the project's relevance to the current submission.
• Client Information: Fields for client name, title, contact details, and their role in the project.
• Performance Ratings: Clients are asked to rate the contractor's performance using adjective ratings (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, Not Applicable) across categories such as Quality, Schedule/Timeliness, Customer Satisfaction, Management/Personnel/Labor, Cost/Financial Management, and Safety/Security.
• Narrative Remarks: A section for clients to provide specific strengths, weaknesses, deficiencies, or other comments.

This questionnaire is crucial for bidders as it directly relates to the past performance evaluation factor in proposals. A well-completed questionnaire with positive ratings from clients can significantly strengthen a bid. Bidders must ensure they provide this form to their clients in a timely manner and that the clients understand the importance of detailed and accurate responses. The government reserves the right to verify all information provided.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment G Table 3 Waste/Materials," outlines specialized experience requirements related to waste and materials management. It serves as a table to be completed by bidders, detailing their experience in specific areas.

The table lists ten distinct categories of specialized experience, including:

• EPCRA 313 and 313 (Tier II and III) Reports for large quantity generators.
• Hazardous Waste Management Plans for large quantity generators (LQGs).
• Supporting/obtaining RCRA Part B permits for LQGs.
• Radon assessment (min. 15 non-residential buildings/100 rooms).
• Radon mitigation & testing for institutional buildings >5000 SF.
• Asbestos inspection/survey.
• Asbestos Management Plan.
• Asbestos abatement design, remediation, monitoring.
• Lead Based Paint (LBP) inspection/survey.
• LBP Management Plan.
• LBP abatement design, remediation, monitoring.

Bidders must use this table to demonstrate their relevant experience in environmental compliance and hazardous material management. This information is crucial for the government to assess a bidder's qualifications and capability to perform tasks related to waste, asbestos, lead-based paint, and radon, as may be required by the overall opportunity.