Portable Latrines and Hand Wash Stations Lease and Service National Training Center (NTC)

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "Portable Latrines and Hand Wash Stations Lease and Service" opportunity.

• Storage Areas: The Government will not provide lay down, staging, or equipment storage areas. Storage is the Contractor's responsibility.
• Wastewater Disposal: Contractors can use the Fort Irwin DPW Sewage Treatment Plant (Off 5th Street, Building 704; Hours: 0600-1500). Only waste from Fort Irwin locations is accepted, and there are no disposal fees. Off-post disposal at a permitted facility is an alternative at the Contractor's expense.
• Incumbent Information: The previous solicitation number was W9124B-24-R-0002, and the incumbent contractor is RonJon Rentals Inc.
• Historical Usage: While usage fluctuates, historical data indicates up to 281 latrines and 69 hand wash stations for rotational units, 20-50 units for ADA units annually, and up to 227 latrines and 131 hand wash stations concurrently for semi-permanent units.
• Operational Tempo: The operational tempo is dependent on Army training requirements; contractors must be prepared for surge capacities up to 8,000 units.
• Access & Training: Contractors require a Permanent Range Pass (obtained via Range Operations Safety Briefing) and must complete the NTC Range Safety Course. Restricted areas and off-limits zones apply.
• Response Times: Immediate containment/cleanup for spills (report within 12 hours). Verbal report for damaged units/vandalism upon discovery, with a written report within 2 business days. Replacements coordinated with KO/COR.
• Site Visit: No voluntary site visit or industry walkthrough will be conducted.
• Inventory: Pricing must factor in logistical strategies for meeting surge requirements; the Government only pays for ordered and serviced units.
• Past Performance: Evaluation will consider similarity in scope, magnitude, and complexity, including experience in large-scale field logistics and disaster response sanitation.
• Subcontracting: Teaming or multiple subcontractors are allowed, but the Prime Contractor must adhere to Limitations on Subcontracting (50% of contract value for non-SDVOSB subcontractors performing physical servicing).
• Water: The Contractor is responsible for providing all potable and non-potable water.

These clarifications provide essential details for bidders to accurately price and plan for operational execution, including site access, disposal, historical demand, and subcontracting limitations. No changes to proposal deadlines were indicated.

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment officially incorporates industry Questions and Government Answers into the solicitation.

• A new document, 'Attachment 10 - Q_and_A_Document_W9124B26RA005.pdf', has been added.

• Attachment 10 (Q&A Document) has been added to the solicitation.

• The proposal due date remains unchanged: June 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time.

• All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Solicitation

This solicitation is for the Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) firm-fixed-price task order contract for the leasing of latrines and handwash stations at the National Training Center and Fort Irwin Installation. The contract has a base period of eight (8) months and two (2) option years, with a total ordering period of 32 months (August 1, 2026 - March 31, 2029).

• Leasing, delivery, placement, daily/weekly servicing, relocation, and removal of portable latrines and handwash stations.

• Services include both standard and ADA-compliant units.

• Specific requirements for "Rotational Support" (daily rates) and "Semi-Permanent Support" (monthly rates).

• Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan is required.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) IDIQ

• Base Period: 8 months (August 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027)

• Option Periods: Two (2) periods of 12 months each.

• Total Ordering Period: 32 months (August 1, 2026 - March 31, 2029).

• Minimum Guarantee: $500.00

• Maximum Ceiling: $13,500,000.00

• Offers must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module.

• Proposal submission deadline: June 15, 2026, 01:00 PM local time.

• Offer validity period: 120 calendar days.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability (Pass/Fail), Past Performance, and Price.

• Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose proposal represents the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

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

• HUBZone Small Business Concerns are also considered.

• Offerors must provide fully burdened unit prices.

• Pricing must include all costs associated with leasing, delivery, servicing, labor, overhead, and profit.

• Wage Determination for San Bernardino County is incorporated.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing non-sewer portable latrines and hand wash stations to support training missions at various sites within the National Training Center (NTC) and surrounding areas of Fort Irwin, California. The objective is to ensure these facilities are available and functional throughout the lease period.

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

• Maintenance of equipment to ensure usability and functionality.

• Placement of latrines and hand wash stations according to specific ratios (historically 1 latrine per 25 males or 18 females, and 1 hand wash station per 10 latrines).

• Simultaneous placement of 700 to 8,000 latrines and hand wash stations.

• Specific requirements for desert sand-colored units, enclosed designs with screened ventilation, and appropriate tank capacities.

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

• Basic Servicing: 98% of contracted units serviced daily.

• Delivery: 95% of routine deliveries accomplished within 24 hours of request.

• Placement: Zero incidents of improper placement relative to dining facilities or water sources.

• Removal: 95% of removals accomplished within 48 hours of Task Order end date.

• Equipment Markings: 100% of units bear correct contractor markings and unique ID numbers.

• Safety: Zero safety violations or uncorrected OSHA/Army safety hazards per month.

• Waste Disposal: 0% deviation from authorized waste disposal requirements.

• Period of Performance (POP): An eight (8) month Base Period with two (2), 12-month Option Periods, anticipated from August 2026 to March 2029.

• Place of Performance: Various sites within the boundaries of the NTC and surrounding areas of Fort Irwin, California, including specific zones (A, B, C), SCLA, and potentially other locations as defined by Task Orders.

• Quality Control Plan (QCP): Contractor must develop and maintain a QCP, submitted within 30 days of award.

• Security: Compliance with installation access, background checks, and security policies is mandatory.

• Training: Required training includes Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I, OPSEC, iWATCH, TARP, and NTC Range Safety.

• Environmental Compliance: Strict adherence to waste disposal regulations and prohibition of illegal dumping.

• Reporting: Submission of various reports including Quality Control Plan, Work Plan, Spill Reports, Vandalism/Damage Reports, and Service Contract Reporting.

• Key Personnel: Contract Manager and Alternate Contract Manager are required.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-Price (FFP) - Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Firm Fixed Price Task Order contract for the leasing of latrines and handwash stations at the National Training Center and Fort Irwin Installation. The contract has a base period of eight (8) months, plus two (2) option years, for a total period of performance of 32 months (August 1, 2026 - March 31, 2029).

• Leasing, delivery, placement, daily/weekly servicing, relocation, and pickup of portable latrines and handwashing stations.

• Services include daily or weekly servicing, as defined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Units must meet specified physical and capacity specifications.

• Compliance with Service Contract Labor Standards and the latest San Bernardino County Wage Determination is required.

• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 (Self) is required prior to award.

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

• Minimum Guarantee: $500.00 over the life of the contract.

• Maximum Ceiling: $13,500,000.00 over the 32-month ordering period.

• Base Period: 8 months.

• Option Periods: Two (2) 12-month periods.

• Period of Performance: August 1, 2026 - March 31, 2029.

• Proposals must be submitted exclusively via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of all solicitation amendments.

• Questions must be submitted in writing no later than ten (10) days after RFP issuance.

• Evaluation will be based on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability (Pass/Fail), Past Performance, and Price.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: Specified in the solicitation.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 562991 (Waste Treatment and Disposal Services).

• Size Standard: $9,000,000.00.

• Offerors must provide fully burdened unit prices.

• The Total Evaluated Price (TEP) will be calculated by multiplying the proposed unit price by the Government's estimated quantity.

• Estimated quantities are for evaluation purposes only and do not constitute a guaranteed order volume.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This PWS outlines the requirement for providing non-sewer portable latrines and hand wash stations to support training missions at the National Training Center (NTC) and surrounding areas, including Fort Irwin, Barstow/Daggett, MCLB Yermo, and SCLA Victorville.

• Lease, delivery, relocation, and pick-up/removal of maintained, usable non-sewer portable latrines and hand wash stations.

• Units must be desert sand-colored and maintained in a usable/functional status throughout the lease period.

• Historical ratios: 1 latrine per 25 males or 18 females; 1 hand wash station per 10 latrines.

• Typical placement: 700 to 8,000 units simultaneously.

• Units must be serviced (pumped, cleaned, sanitized, restocked) daily.

• 95% of units serviced daily per PWS standards.

• 95% of routine deliveries accomplished within 24 hours of Task Order request.

• 95% of removals accomplished within 48 work hours of Task Order POP end date.

• Zero safety violations or uncorrected OSHA/Army safety hazards per month.

• 32-month ordering period: August 1, 2026 – March 31, 2029.

• Base year with two (2) option periods.

• Place of performance: Various sites within the boundaries of NTC and surrounding areas of Fort Irwin, California.

• Quality Control Plan (QCP): Contractor must develop and maintain a QCP, submitted within 30 days of award.

• Personnel Security: Contractor personnel require a Tier 1 Non-Sensitive Position Level clearance (National Agencies Check Inquiry in DISS).

• Access: Initial Fort Irwin Access Request required within 3 days of award.

• Training: Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I, OPSEC Level I, iWATCH, TARP, and NTC Range Safety training required for employees within specified timeframes.

• Safety: Compliance with FAR 52.236-13 (Accident Prevention), OSHA, and Army safety regulations. An Accident Prevention Plan is due within 30 days of award.

• Chemicals: Use only approved chemical toilet additives.

• Reporting: Electronic reports of serviced units, spill reports, vandalism/damage reports, and annual Service Contract Reporting (SCR) are required.

• Vehicles: Must be registered, meet applicable laws, and equipped with communication equipment. A list of vehicles is required at proposal submission.

• Latrine/Hand Wash Station Specifications: Detailed specifications provided in Attachment 3, including dimensions, materials, capacity, and features (e.g., screened ventilation, self-closing doors, toilet tissue holders).

• Handicap Units: Must be ADA compliant.

• Waste Disposal: Disposal of waste at Fort Irwin Sewage Treatment Plant is authorized under specific rules; otherwise, use approved county or city disposal sites.

• Damages: Contractor is responsible for normal wear and tear; Government liable for damages due to negligence. A process for damage claims is outlined.