Portable Latrine Services - Devens RFTA, MA

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Solicitation W15QKN-26-R-A017 for Portable Latrine Services at Devens, MA.

• Subcontracting Limitations: The FAR 52.219-14 Limits on Subcontracting clause will remain in effect as this is a small business set-aside solicitation.
• Incumbent Contractor: Boyd Co., LLC is the incumbent contractor. The previous contract value was $371,159.00.
• Unit Quantity: The scope has increased from 400 to 600 units per year for temporary services.
• Service Frequency: Permanent and temporary units generally require one cleaning per week, with exceptions for units requested for 3 days or less, or units not utilized. Drivers will assess cleaning needs daily.
• Special Events: Special event unit requests are typically for 7 units or fewer, lasting 2-3 days, occurring once or twice a year. Pricing for special events and AT/IDT periods should follow the CLINs in the solicitation.
• Lead Time: Customers are required to submit requests at least 30 days in advance. Late requests within the same week (7 days or less) may be supported at the contractor's discretion.
• ADA Compliance: Only one permanent unit is ADA-compliant. Special requests may require ADA units, but temporary units are standard unless otherwise requested.
• Staging Area: A government-furnished staging area is available for contractors to store a buffer stock of units to expedite 24-hour requests.

These clarifications provide specific details on contract requirements, historical usage, and operational procedures, which may influence bidder proposals and pricing strategies.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "TECHNICAL EXHIBIT 1 - Latrine locations," is an attachment to a SAM.gov opportunity. It visually displays the locations of latrines across various training areas within the Fort Devens Reserve Forces Training Area (RFTA).

• A map of the Fort Devens RFTA showing numbered training areas (e.g., 6A, 7B, 10A, 15B).
• Yellow circles indicate the location of latrines, with numbers denoting the quantity of units at each location.
• A legend that identifies various training facilities and features within the area (e.g., Basic Compass Course, Rappel Tower, MOUT Site, Shoothouse).

This exhibit is crucial for bidders to understand the physical layout and available facilities at Fort Devens RFTA. It specifically highlights the placement of latrines, which may be relevant for logistical planning, site assessments, or understanding the operational environment if the opportunity involves support services, construction, or maintenance within these training areas.

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Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for portable latrine services at the Devens Reserve Forces Training Area (DRFTA) in Devens, MA. The requirement is for portable chemical latrine units, including permanent emplacements, temporary units for events, and associated servicing and cleaning. The acquisition is a total 100% set-aside for small businesses and is subject to the availability of funds.

• Rental, delivery, placement, maintenance, and cleaning of portable chemical latrine units.

• Includes permanently installed units (51) and temporary units (up to 600 per contract year).

• Associated servicing and cleaning of all units (one cleaning per week).

• A single, firm-fixed-price (FFP) contract is intended.

• Period of Performance: One (1) 12-month base period and four (4) 12-month option periods.

• Base Year Period of Performance: March 22, 2026 to March 21, 2027.

• Proposals are due by 2:00 PM EST on February 13, 2026.

• Submission is via email to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer.

• All questions must be submitted via email by 4:00 PM EST on February 9, 2026.

• Award will be made to the responsive, responsible offeror with the lowest total aggregate price.

• Evaluation factors will include technical capability, past performance, and price.

• Offers must remain valid for 120 calendar days.

• Total 100% set-aside for Small Business.

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

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 562991 - Septic Tank & Related Services, with a size standard of $9 million.

• A site visit is highly encouraged and available upon request.

• Attachment 0001 - Performance Work Statement (PWS) is included.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is issued by the U.S. Army Contracting Command - New Jersey for market research purposes to determine the acquisition strategy for providing Portable Latrine Services at the Devens Reserve Forces Training Area (DRFTA).

• Rental, delivery, placement, maintenance, and cleaning of portable chemical latrines.

• Includes permanent emplacements (51 units) and temporary units (up to 600 per contract year).

• Associated servicing and cleaning.

• The contract is anticipated to have one (1) 12-month base period and four (4) 12-month option periods.

• This is NOT a solicitation; responses cannot be accepted as offers.

• Interested companies should submit:

  • Name of Company
  • Company Address
  • Point of Contact (Name, Phone, Email)
  • NAICS Code (562991 – Septic Tank & Related Services, small business size standard $9.0M)
  • DUNS Number
  • CAGE Code
  • Socio-Economic Size Status (Large/Small Business/HubZone/8(a)/Woman Owned Small Business/etc.)
  • Acknowledgment of clear understanding of tasks in the DRAFT PWS.
  • Confirmation of full capabilities to complete the required work in the DRAFT PWS.

• Responses are limited to two pages.

• Email responses to james.e.clark773.civ@army.mil.

• The government is seeking information on the availability and capability of qualified sources, specifically their small or large business status relative to NAICS Code 562991.

• A DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached for planning purposes only.

• No solicitation documents currently exist.

• Issuance of this notice does not obligate the Government to procure these services or issue a solicitation.

• The Government is not obligated to pay for information submitted in response to this notice.