Description
The USDA Forest Service is seeking small‑business quotations for janitorial (housekeeping/custodial) services at two USDA facilities in South Lake Tahoe – the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Supervisors Office and the Meyers Work Center. The contract will be a firm‑fixed‑price award with a six‑month base period (15 Oct 2026 – 30 Apr 2027) and up to four one‑year option periods, for a maximum contract length of five years. The solicitation is a total small‑business set‑aside (NAICS 561720) and requires submission of a technical approach, quality‑control plan, past‑performance documentation, and pricing for all line items. A mandatory site visit is not required, but a single optional site visit is scheduled for 30 Sep 2026. Questions are due 1 Oct 2026 and quotes must be submitted by 6 Oct 2026.
• Services: routine cleaning, waste removal, restroom sanitation, floor care, and related custodial tasks for two government buildings.
• Location: 35 College Dr., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Supervisor’s Office) and Meyers Work Center (address in attachments).
• Period of performance: 6 months base + up to 4 × 1‑year options (max 5 years).
• Contract type: Firm‑fixed‑price, total small‑business set‑aside, RFQ.
• Required submissions: completed Schedule of Items, Technical Approach (including Quality Control Plan), Past Performance Questionnaire, and SF‑1449 forms.
• Evaluation: lowest price technically acceptable; technical acceptability based on ability to meet PWS, staffing plan, and QCP.
• Small‑business eligibility: total small‑business set‑aside; size standard $22 M.