Sources Sought Notice Power Washing and Window Cleaning.pdf

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

Solicitation Number: 7571PS26Q00002

Title: Power Washing and Window Cleaning – National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Morgantown, West Virginia

Classification Code: Z1AZ Maintenance of Other Administrative Facilities and Service Buildings

NAICS Code: 561210 Facilities Support Services

Size Standard: Small Business

Description:

This is a Sources Sought notice. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations.

The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding: (1) the availability and capability of qualified sources; and (2) their size classification relative to the North

American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the proposed acquisition.

Your responses to the information requested will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method, including whether the requirement should be set aside or competed among qualified sources. All interested and qualified organizations, regardless of business size, are encouraged to submit a response to this notice.

This notice is issued to help determine the availability of qualified companies technically capable of meeting the Government requirement and to determine the method of acquisition. It is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract. Responses will not be considered as proposals or quotes. No award will be made as a result of this notice. The Government will NOT be responsible for any costs incurred by the respondents to this notice. This notice is strictly for research and information purposes only.

This is a Sources Sought notice. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding the availability and capability of all qualified sources to perform a potential requirement.

Background:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institute for Occupational

Safety and Health (NIOSH), Morgantown, West Virginia campus is a critical research facility that operates continuously, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. To maintain a safe, professional, and functional environment that supports ongoing research activities and occupant safety, facility infrastructure must be properly maintained. Exterior building surfaces and glazing systems are exposed to environmental contaminants, weather-related buildup, and general wear that can negatively impact the appearance of the facility, reduce natural light transmission, and contribute to premature deterioration of building materials. Periodic professional cleaning of exterior building surfaces and windows is necessary to preserve facility assets, maintain a professional appearance, and support the operational readiness of the campus.

Purpose and Objectives:

The purpose of this requirement is to obtain professional power washing and window cleaning services for Buildings H and L, including all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, transportation, and safety provisions necessary to perform the work in accordance with industry standards and applicable OSHA safety requirements.

Project Requirements:

Purchase Description

The CDC/NIOSH requires contractor support to provide professional pressure washing and window cleaning services for Buildings H and L at the Morgantown, West Virginia campus. The contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, cleaning materials, transportation, safety equipment, and other resources necessary to perform the required services.

Requirement Description

Provide pressure washing services for the exterior of the buildings with associated openings. In addition, all windows will be cleaned once the pressure washing activities are completed.

Components of this work are but are not limited to:

a. Exterior

• Exterior building surfaces

• Curtain wall systems

• Storefront glass

• Entry doors and sidelights

• Canopies

• Skylights (if accessible)

• Atrium Glass

b. Interior Window / Glass Cleaning

• Interior window surfaces

• Interior glass partitions

• Lobby glass

• Conference room glass

• Glass doors and sidelights

c. Frames and Components

• Window frames

• Mullions

• Sills

• Tracks

Cleaning Requirements

• Remove dirt, dust, fingerprints, smudges, insect debris, water spots, and environmental buildup.

• Use professional-grade window cleaning solutions and equipment.

• Leave all glass surfaces clean, streak-free, and spot-free.

• Wipe frames, sills, and surrounding areas are free of excess water and debris.

• Avoid damage to glass coatings, tint, seals, and surrounding finishes.

• Use purified water systems where appropriate.

• Ensure no drips, runoff, or residue remain after cleaning.

Equipment

Provide all the equipment and supplies needed for the safe completion of the work identified.

Access

Work with the government to develop a schedule to perform the work identified. All contractor employees are subject to a background check.

Safety Requirements

• Comply with all OSHA regulations and fall protection requirements.

• Prior to work - Submit a Safety Submitted and Job Hazzard Analysis for review by the government.

• Prior to work - Submit detergents and cleaners to be used for review by the government.

• Provide all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Use barricades, cones, warning tape, and signage to secure work areas.

• Maintain safe pedestrian and vehicle access throughout operations.

• Ensure all workers are trained and certified for elevated access work where applicable.

• Maintain current general liability and workers compensation insurance.

• Immediately report any incidents, property damage, or unsafe conditions.

• If existing anchor points are to be used those anchor points need to be tested and documentation provided to the government.

Protection of Property and Cleanup

• Remove all debris, trash, and equipment daily.

• Leave work areas clean and orderly upon completion.

• Properly dispose of wastewater and cleaning materials in accordance with local environmental regulations.

• Protect landscaping, flooring, furnishings, and adjacent surfaces from damage.

• Prevent water intrusion into the building.

• Protect pedestrians and vehicles from falling debris or equipment hazards.

• Repair or replace any damage caused by Contractor operations at no cost to the Client.

Capability Statement /Information Sought:

Businesses that believe they possess the capabilities to provide the required products or services should submit documentation of their ability to meet each of the project requirements to the Contracting Officer. The capability statement must specifically address each of the project requirements separately. Additionally, the capability statement should include 1) the total number of employees, 2) the professional qualifications of personnel as it relates to the requirements outlined, 3) any contractor GSA Schedule contracts and/or other government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs) by which all of the requirements may be met, if applicable, 4) manufacturing county of origin, and 5) any other information considered relevant to this program. Businesses must also provide their Company Name, UEI number, Physical Address, and Point of Contact Information.

Interested businesses are required to identify their type of business, applicable North American

Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code, and size standards in accordance with the Small

Business Administration. The government requests that no proprietary or confidential business data be submitted in response to this notice.

However, responses that indicate the information therein is proprietary will be properly safeguarded for Government use only. Capability statements must include the name and telephone number of a point of contact having authority and knowledge to discuss responses with Government representatives. Capability statements in response to this market survey that do not provide sufficient information for evaluation will be considered non-responsive. When submitting this information, please refer to the solicitation notice number.

The respondent must also provide their UEI number, organization name, address, point of contact, and size and type of business (e.g., 8(a), HubZone, etc., pursuant to the applicable

NAICS code and any other information that may be helpful in developing or finalizing the acquisition requirements.

One (1) copy of the response is required and must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format using 11-point or 12-point font, 8-1/2” x 11” paper size, with 1” top, bottom, left and right margins, and with single or double spacing.

The information submitted must be in and outline format that addresses each of the elements of the project requirement and in the capability statement /information sought paragraphs stated herein. A cover page and an executive summary may be included but is not required.

The response must include the respondents’ technical and administrative points of contact, including names, titles, addresses, telephone number, and e-mail addresses.

All responses to this notice must be submitted electronically to the Contract Specialist.

Facsimile responses are NOT accepted.

The response must be submitted to Michelle Bills, Contract Specialist, at e-mail address michelle.bills@hhs.gov.

The response must be received on or before June 24, 2026,12:00 PM, Eastern Time.

Disclaimer and Important Notes: This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in response. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the organization’s qualifications to perform the work.

Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. After a review of the responses received, a presolicitation synopsis and solicitation may be published in Federal Business Opportunities. However, responses to this notice will not be considered adequate responses to a solicitation.

mailto:michelle.bills@hhs.gov.

Confidentiality: No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in your response. The Government reserves the right to use any non-proprietary technical information in any resultant solicitation(s).