Shredding Services

Wage Determination

This document provides the official wage determination for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for specific counties in Indiana and Kentucky. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for employees performing contract work in these locations.

• Geographic Scope: Applies to Indiana counties of Clark, Floyd, and Harrison, and Kentucky counties of Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, and Spencer.
• Occupational Wage Rates: Lists specific minimum hourly wage rates for a wide range of occupations, categorized by general areas such as Administrative Support and Clerical, Automotive Service, Health Occupations, Information Technology, and more.
• Fringe Benefits: Specifies required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates ($5.55/hour or $5.09/hour under EO 13706) and paid vacation and holiday policies.
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining their requirements and how they interact with the Service Contract Act.
• Conformance Process: Details the procedure for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination, including the use of Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444).

This wage determination is critical for any bidder proposing to perform services in the specified geographic areas under the Service Contract Act. It directly impacts labor cost calculations for proposals and ensures compliance with federal labor laws regarding minimum wages and benefits.

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) establishes a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for district-wide shredding services for the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Louisville District.

• Provide on-site or off-site shredding services.

• Supply and service 15 large shred containers (approx. 100 lbs capacity each) at USACE Headquarters, with the potential for adjustments in number, location, and frequency.

• Destroy paper materials to render them unreadable, indecipherable, and irrecoverable using crosscut shredders (1 mm x 5 mm or smaller) or a pulverizer/disintegrator (3/32 in. security screen), per 32 CFR 2002.14 and NIST SP 800-88, rev 1.

• Destroy media (CDs, DVDs, floppy disks) per NIST SP 800-88, rev 1, using a separate container serviced biannually if needed.

• Alternative destruction processes are permitted if verified and deemed satisfactory by USACE and comply with ISOO CUI Notice 2019-03.

• Maintain a positive chain of custody for all materials, using secure containers and tracking all movements. Material may be recycled only after being turned into pulp.

• Agreement Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• Call Limits: No individual call shall exceed $3,000.

• Total Capacity: The total agreement capacity is $30,000.

• Period of Performance: One 1-year base period (1 May 2026 – 30 April 2027) with two (2) optional 2-year periods (1 May 2027 – 30 April 2029 and 1 May 2029 – 30 April 2031), not to exceed five years total.

• Contractor Location: Must be within a 30-mile radius of Louisville District Headquarters (220 W. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202).

• Provide a notarized Certificate of Destruction after each service.

• Submit monthly statements detailing container type/size and volume in pounds per location.

• Contractor must provide all necessary management, supervision, personnel, materials, supplies, equipment, vehicles, and transportation.

• Notify USACE at least three business days prior to scheduled service, including pickup time, driver's name, and accompanying personnel.

• All contract personnel must possess company and state-issued identification and adhere to conduct standards (no alcohol, illegal drugs, controlled substances).

• Contractor is responsible for property protection and shall repair or replace any damaged property.

• Obtain all necessary permits and comply with applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.

• Security Requirements: Compliance with HSPD-12, background investigations, E-Verify program, and potential OPSEC reviews are required for personnel accessing facilities. Specific procedures for Common Access Cards (CAC) and foreign nationals are detailed.

• Authorized Callers: Ed Andino (Building Manager) for calls up to $2,500; any Louisville District Contracting Officer for calls over $2,500.

• Technical Point of Contact (TPOC): Ed Andino.

• Invoicing/Statement Submittals: Theresa Harvey.

• Security Office: DLL-CELRL-Security-SM@usace.army.mil or James R. Milner.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks offers for shredding services. The government is procuring on-site shredding services for a new building, with options for extended service periods.

• Base Year: Provide on-site shredding services for one year.

• Option Period One: Provide on-site or off-site shredding services for two years.

• Option Period Two: Provide on-site or off-site shredding services for two years.

• Product Service Code: R614

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price for all periods.

• Period of Performance: Base year plus two 2-year option periods, totaling up to 5 years.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 561990 has a size standard of $16,500,000.00.

• Solicitation Issue Date: April 1, 2026

• Offer Due Date: April 15, 2026, 12:00 PM

• Evaluation Factors: The government will award to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering price and other factors. Specific evaluation factors are not detailed in the provided pages but will be used.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 561990 (Other Support Services and Waste Management Services)

• Size Standard: $16,500,000.00

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference, covering topics such as:

  • System for Award Management (SAM) registration
  • Representations and Certifications
  • Buy American Act
  • Service Contract Labor Standards
  • Prohibition on contracting with entities engaging in certain activities relating to Iran
  • Prohibition on contracting with inverted domestic corporations

• The Statement of Work (SOW) is provided as an attachment (Identifier 0001).

• Other attachments include Wage Determination, Special Instructions, ProjNet Instructions, and PIEE Instructions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed instructions for electronic proposal submission through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. It outlines the process for registering in PIEE, submitting offers, and adhering to file naming conventions and formatting requirements.

• PIEE Registration: Steps for vendors to self-register, including creating a User ID, password, security questions, and selecting roles (SOL-Solicitation, Proposal Manager).
• Proposal Submission: Instructions for logging into PIEE, searching for solicitations, viewing solicitation details, and uploading offer attachments.
• File Naming Convention: Requires files to start with the solicitation number, followed by the firm's name and a brief description (e.g., W912QR26QA027_FIRMNAME).
• File Organization & Formatting: Specifies that files should be indexed, logically assembled, use 11pt or larger font, and be in a searchable PDF or native format readable by Microsoft Office or Adobe applications. Spreadsheet files must have unlocked cells and formulas.
• Upload Completion & Deadline: Emphasizes submitting proposals by the specified due date and time, advising offerors to allow ample time for uploads due to potential delays.

This document is critical for any bidder intending to submit an offer electronically. It details the mandatory system (PIEE) and procedures for submission, including registration requirements, how to navigate the system, and specific formatting and naming rules for proposal files. Failure to follow these instructions could result in a submission being considered late or improperly processed.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document establishes a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide district-wide shredding services for the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Louisville District. The Government is obligated only to the extent of authorized calls placed against the BPA. The annual funding for this agreement shall not exceed $30,000.00.

• Shredding services as requested by authorized callers.

• Services will be paid for actual usage only.

• Period of Performance: 365 days for the base year, with two 2-year options.

• Annual funding limit: $30,000.00.

• One BPA award will be made to the lowest offer.

• Prices will be as low as or lower than those charged to the government's most favored customer, plus any prompt payment discounts.

• Responses are due 15 April 2026 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Faxed, telephoned, or mailed quotes will not be accepted.

• Electronic Bid Submission is required through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module.

• Method of payment for services will be GPC or USACE Finance Center.

• All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to proposal submission.

• Contractors will need to obtain a Unique Entity Identifier from SAM.gov.

• A notarized letter appointing the authorized Entity Administrator is mandatory for SAM registration activation.

• Enclosed documents include a Price Breakout Schedule, Statement of Work, and Wage Rates.

• Authorized callers for services up to $2,500.00 is Ed Andino. For calls over $2,500.00, authorized callers are any Louisville District Contracting Officer.

• Technical points of contact listed in the Scope of Work are not to be contacted until after award.

• Payments will be made by electronic funds transfer (EFT) as indicated by FAR Clause 52.232-33.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides instructions for submitting technical inquiries and questions related to proposal procedures or bonds via the ProjNet system. It outlines the process for initial registration and future access to ProjNet, including specific steps for identifying the agency (USACE), entering a Bidder Inquiry Key, and setting up security questions and answers. It also details the timeline for question submission and response, and provides contact information for the Call Center.

This document is crucial for bidders who have technical questions or require clarification on the solicitation. It specifies the mandatory method for submitting inquiries (ProjNet) and provides step-by-step instructions for accessing and using the system. Bidders must follow these instructions to ensure their questions are received and answered. The document also highlights important deadlines for submitting questions and receiving answers, which can impact proposal preparation and submission timelines.