S299--Aquarium Maintenance
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 a Sources Sought to identify qualified businesses capable of providing Aquarium Maintenance & Cleaning Services for the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This notice aims to gather information on industry capabilities for potential future solicitation. Responses are due by February 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the twice-monthly maintenance and cleaning of two 75-gallon fish aquarium tanks located in the Community Living Center (CLC) and Acute Inpatient Mental Health (AIMH) at the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center. Services include:
- Cleaning of inside and outside glass, gravel, and filter systems.
- Performing water tests and treatments as necessary.
- Adjusting plants, rocks, and general underwater scenery.
- Replacement of aquarium lights and filtering materials.
- Providing appropriate fish food for auto feeders.
- Submitting field service reports documenting work performed. Contractor personnel must complete VA privacy training. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, excluding federal holidays. Plant and fish replacements will be handled via separate purchase orders.
Opportunity Details
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (not an RFQ).
- NAICS Code: 561720 (Other Housekeeping Services).
- Set-Aside: None specified; intended to locate any capable business.
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, 10:00 AM ET.
- Published: January 27, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit responses via email only to Jeannie Ortiz (jeanne.ortiz@va.gov). The email subject line MUST include "36C25026Q0260". Required information includes:
- SAM UEI Number
- GSA Contract Number (if applicable)
- Capabilities Statement
- Confirmation of actual intent to submit an offer if an RFQ is posted
- Company name and address
- Point of contact information (name, phone, email)
- Socioeconomic size status (e.g., large business, small business, WOSB, SDVOSB)
Important Notes
This is for market research and planning purposes only. The government will not review quotes at this time and is not responsible for costs incurred by respondents. This notice does not commit the government to an award or a particular acquisition approach. Phone calls are not accepted.