S207--Integrated Pest Mgmt. SF Need Date 04-01-2026
Overview
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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 Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System, is conducting a Sources Sought for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Services. This market research aims to identify Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) capable of providing comprehensive pest control. Responses are due by February 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive IPM services across the Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System campus, encompassing approximately 567,135 gross square feet across 22 buildings, and the Wagner CBOC clinic (3,072 sq ft). Services include:
- Developing and implementing an IPM plan compliant with VHA guidelines and industry standards.
- Performing routine, on-demand, and emergency pest control for various pests including insects (cockroaches, ants, bed bugs), rodents, birds, and other vertebrates.
- Utilizing non-chemical control methods primarily, with judicious use of least hazardous pesticides when necessary.
- Providing licensed/certified Pest Control Operators (PCOs) with experience in healthcare settings.
- Maintaining and providing insect trap lights and sticky traps.
- Conducting exterior building treatments three times per year.
- Responding to emergency call-backs within one hour, 24/7/365.
- Providing same-day emergency bed bug eradication within four hours of notification, capable of treating up to 2,000 sq ft at no additional cost.
- Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Response Due: February 17, 2026
- Published: February 23, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested vendors must submit their contact and organization information, along with a descriptive proof of capability, via email to Michael.Wicht@va.gov. Responses should also address specific questions regarding socio-economic category, existing government contracts for similar services, and subcontracting plans. This is for market research purposes only; no contract awards will be made from this announcement. Responses will inform the acquisition strategy.
Additional Notes
A detailed draft Statement of Work (SOW) is available, outlining specific IPM requirements, safety factors, reporting, contractor personnel qualifications, and facility details (Attachment A lists building square footage).