Solicitation Questions and Answers (Q0063) v4 30 April 2026.pdf

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USDA Forest Service Janitorial Services on the Blacksburg/New Castle WC, Jefferson NFs, VA
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This is a Question & Answers document for federal janitorial services solicitation 12444026Q0063, version 3 updated April 29, 2026. The document does not contain specific details regarding products or services beyond confirming this is a new janitorial services requirement with no incumbent contractor. Key clarifications provided include: the Period of Performance runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with four option years; services are to be performed one time per week during normal business hours of 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM; the facility is approximately 8,000 square feet; and the government will not disclose its Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) prior to contract award. The solicitation does not establish a specific award date, pricing structure, set-asides, or identify the contracting federal agency in the Q&A document itself, as those details are referenced as being contained in separate solicitation attachments and the Combined Synopsis. Multiple offerors requested and received authorization to conduct site visits prior to the May 7 proposal deadline, with the government confirming availability on Friday between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

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Question & Answers – Solicitation 12444026Q0063 - Updated: v3 04/29/2026

Questions in Black Text Answers in Blue Text

Question 01 received: Friday, April 24 2026 10:07AM Question 01 answered: Friday, April 24 2026 11:39AM Good Morning Mark,

1. My name is xx. I was email to ask if there was going to be a site visit for the janitorial services on the property solicited. If not then if there are any more details as far as square footage, how many restrooms, etc. Thanks for your time xx.

Hi, I am fine if you guys would like to do a site visit it you ant if not, I can get the information you have requested. Just let me know which one you would like.

Question 02 received: Sunday, April 26 2026 05:07PM Question 02 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 06:49AM

1. Does the government have an incumbent at that location? If so, can the government provide the seniority list and pricing for the award?

There is no seniority list and pricing for the award as we are in the solicitation stage for a new requirement.

2. There seems to be some disconnect between the Combined Synopsis and the SOW: On page 1 of the SOW, the schedule of items table lists the frequency as "One time per week". However, the Statement of Requirement in the Combined Synopsis, page two, requests "Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30AM and 4:00PM"; can you please clarify if there is a discrepancy?

There is no discrepancy, the service will be performed one time per week during the normal business house of 7:30AM and 4:00PM

3. Additionally, the PoP on the Combined Synopsis states 1JUL to 30JUN for base and the 4 OY, but the SOW states 1AUG-31JUL; can we confirm the exact PoP?

The correct Period of Performance is: 07/01/2026 thru 06/30/2027

Question 03 received: Sunday, April 26 2026 11:35PM Question 03 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 06:53AM

1. Hello! We are performing independent research on the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (12444026Q0063).

We would like to know if this is a brand new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services.

If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number? Appreciate any insight you can provide.

This is a new requirement

Question 04 received: Friday, April 24 2026 04:05AM Question 04 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 08:12AM

1. Please let us know if there are any special instructions or any information you require from us to schedule an appointment for this site visit.

Kindly confirm who will escort the visitors on the site Any Special Instructions for the attendees ?

Please see attached, this has also been uploaded to sam.gov for all to see

Question 05 received: Friday, April 24 2026 10:05AM Question 05 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 08:17AM Please let us know if there are any special instructions or any information you require from us to schedule an appointment for this site visit.

Kindly confirm who will escort the visitors on the site. Any Special Instructions for the attendees ?

Question 06 received: Friday, April 24 2026 02:39PM Question 06 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 08:18AM Please let us know if there are any special instructions or any information you require from us to schedule an appointment for this site visit.

Kindly confirm who will escort the visitors on the site. Any Special Instructions for the attendees ?

Question 07 received: Saturday, April 25 2026 07:05AM Question 07 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 08:19AM I would like to request a site visit to better understand the scope of work, including layout, square footage, and cleaning requirements. Please let me know your availability for a site visit prior to the proposal due date.

Question 08 received: Friday April 24 2026 05:46PM Question 08 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 08:26AM

1. Could you provide the approximate square footage and number of restrooms for the facility? We would also like to schedule a site visit at your convenience before the May 7 deadline.

Question 09 received: Friday April 24 2026 10:07PM Question 09 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 08:27AM

1. I was emailing to ask if there was going to be a site visit for the janitorial services on the property solicited. If not then if there are any more details as far as square footage, how many restrooms, etc.

Please see attached, this has also been uploaded to sam.gov for all to see

Question 10 received: Monday April 27 2026 06:29PM Question 10 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 08:33AM

1. Could you provide the approximate square footage and number of restrooms for the facility? We would also like to schedule a site visit at your convenience before the May 7 deadline.

Please see attached, this has also been uploaded to sam.gov for all to see

Question 11 received: Monday April 27 2026 12:25PM Question 11 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 08:37AM

1. Specifically, could you please confirm the following: Total square footage of the facility, Number of restrooms within the scope, Number of offices or rooms to be serviced Please see attached, this has also been uploaded to sam.gov for all to see

Question 12 received: Monday April 27 2026 09:28PM Question 12 answered: Monday, April 27 2026 09:33AM

1. Does the government have a preference of presence over delivery? That is, do you prefer a porter setup with a crew on site from 730 to 4 on the identified cleaning day OR you just want the job done on the specified day in a quick in-and-out fashion? Also, is there a preferred day for visitation or is that up to the contractor?

The government is requesting service to occur during the ID’d time frames of 0730am-4pm, once a week per the Schedule of Items located on the Statement of Work.

Question 13 received: Monday April 27 2026 11:13PM Question 13 answered: Tueday, April 28 2026 04:36PM

1. Reaching back out to inquire about a site visitation this Friday. Is this possible to accommodate?

Yes I will be here after 9:00 am on Friday so feel free to stop by.

Question 14 received: Tuesday April 28 2026 03:26PM Question 14 answered: Tuesday, April 28 2026 06:03AM Could you please provide the approximate square footage of the facility, or confirm if it is available in the solicitation documents?

Approximately 8,000 sq ft, see attached building map

Question 15 received: Tuesday April 28 2026 01:57PM Question 15 answered: Wednesday, April 29 2026 03:48AM

1. We would like to visit the site to better understand the layout, cleaning requirements, and overall scope of work in order to prepare an accurate and competitive quote. Please let us know your availability between 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET, or provide a suitable time for us to coordinate. Thank you, and we appreciate your assistance.

Does Friday work for you? Anytime between 9:00 AM -3:00 PM.

Question 16 received: Thursday April 30 2026 08:34AM Question 16 answered: Thursday April 30 2026 08:34AM

1. Who is the current contractor?

This is a new requirement

2. What is the current contract amount?

This is a new requirement

3. If you are unable to provide the current contract amount, what is the current budget your agency has for this project?

We are not required to disclose our Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) to vendors prior to awarding a contract. Once the contract is awarded, the total value and other details are public and can be found on sites such as sam.gov

4. Square footage of each facility?

Refer to the solicitation attachments for this information

5. Frequency of Services?

Refer to the solicitation attachments for this information

6. Number of custodians required?

Refer to the solicitation attachments for this information

7. Time frame to clean? Between hours?

Refer to the solicitation attachments for this information

8. Mandatory walkthrough?

Refer to the solicitation attachments for this information

Question & Answers – Solicitation 12444026Q0063 - Updated: v3 04/29/2026

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