Swimming Pool & Splash Park Seasonal Maintenance

SOL #: FA4497-Swimming_Pool_MxSources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA4497 436 CONS LGC

DOVER AFB, DE, 19902-5016, United States

Place of Performance

Dover AFB, DE

NAICS

Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings (561790)

PSC

Other Professional Services (R499)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d9283cc727e24aa7a1480c1de62b283b/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 3, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 5, 2026

Response Deadline

Mar 13, 2026, 6:00 PM

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 436th Contracting Squadron, Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified small business concern contractors capable of providing seasonal maintenance services for the swimming pool and splash park at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. This includes annual opening, closing, and ongoing operational support. Responses are due by March 13, 2026, at 6:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, and labor necessary for the annual opening and closing of the swimming pool and splash park facility. Key responsibilities include:

Seasonal Opening & Closing: Performing startup and shutdown procedures, including mechanical equipment operation, water circulation, and chemical balancing.
Repairs & Replacements: Repairing or replacing mechanical equipment affecting water quality and operation, with prior approval from the 436th CES Contracting Officer Representative or 436th FSS manager.
Chemicals: Providing startup water balancing chemicals and winterization chemicals. The government will supply CO2 and liquid chlorine.
Coordination: Participating in a site meeting two weeks prior to opening day. Bioenvironmental will conduct water quality testing seven days before opening.

Period & Place of Performance

Pool/Splash Park Opening: By the first week of May, to be operational by Memorial Day Weekend.
Pool/Splash Park Closing: By the third week of September, after Labor Day Weekend.
Location: Dover Air Force Base, Delaware.

Requirements & Standards

Certifications: Contractor personnel must hold a valid pool operator certificate. Electrical work must be performed by a licensed electrician and comply with NFPA 70 (2020 NEC) and wet location rated environment standards.
Materials: Contractor to provide all necessary materials, including PPE and cleaning products, with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for chemicals submitted for approval.
Security: All personnel must adhere to Dover AFB security instructions, and background checks are required for unescorted access.
Reporting: Labor hours must be reported via ecmra.mil, and monthly hazardous materials reporting is required for contracts exceeding six months.

Submission Requirements

Interested small businesses should provide their current business size standard (e.g., Large or Small Business), applicable small business socioeconomic status (if any), and relevant NAICS codes. The Performance Work Statement (PWS) titled "Swimming Pool Mx PWS (DRAFT).pdf" provides a detailed overview of the required services.