S222--FUEL STORAGE TANKS MAINT l CO
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 Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified firms for Underground Fuel Storage Tank (UST) Cleaning and Polishing Services at the Harry S. Truman VA Medical Center in Columbia, MO. This effort aims to ensure efficient tank operation and environmental compliance. A Total Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside is anticipated. Responses are due by February 27, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Sources Sought is for planning purposes only, not a solicitation, to determine the acquisition approach and identify capable businesses, particularly SDVOSBs, VOSBs, 8(a), HubZone, and other small businesses. The scope involves cleaning and polishing three USTs (two 5,000-gallon, one 15,000-gallon) located at Lot D of the HSTMVH. Services include removing sludge, debris, and residues to prevent critical power failure and ensure reliable backup power. The work encompasses pre-cleaning procedures (documentation review, site assessment, safety briefings, permits), tank cleaning operations (isolation, emptying, ventilation, cleaning methods like manual/high-pressure water jetting), waste management (containment, removal, disposal with manifests), and post-cleaning inspection and testing (sampling, analysis, lab results). All parts, labor, and travel must be included.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
Contractors must provide official documentation from Siemens demonstrating authorization to perform repair and maintenance services, including acquiring parts and software. Personnel must be fully qualified with training and hands-on experience, holding OSHA HAZWOPER, Confined Space Entry, and API Certifications. Contractors must have access to OEM proprietary information. Subcontracting requires written permission from the Contracting Officer. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary PPE and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act, RCRA, and OSHA standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). If SDVOSB response is inadequate, an alternate set-aside or full and open competition may be considered.
- Period of Performance: 365 days from Notice to Proceed.
- Hours of Service: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, excluding national holidays.
- Response Due: February 27, 2026, 3:00 PM CST.
- Published: February 20, 2026.
Submission Instructions
Interested organizations must provide:
- Company name, address, point of contact, phone, email, UIE number, CAGE Code, Tax ID Number.
- Type of small business (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDB).
- A capability statement detailing qualifications and ability to perform the described work.
- Official documentation from Siemens confirming authorization. Responses should be emailed to janie.juszczak@va.gov. The email subject line must reference "36C25526Q0217 Underground Storage Tank Cleaning". Only organizations with an an active SAM.gov account and a Unique Entity ID (UEI) will be considered. A site visit will be scheduled, with details provided in the subsequent solicitation.