S207--Pest Control Madison Laundry Dock Bird

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration is seeking pest control services for the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, specifically targeting bird deterrence at the laundry dock facility. The solicitation (36C25225Q0137) requires a contractor to provide comprehensive bird mitigation services, including installation of netting, periodic monitoring, and pest response strategies to prevent migratory birds from nesting and soiling equipment and materials. The VA will evaluate proposals using a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) methodology, with contractors expected to develop a detailed mitigation and installation plan that includes record keeping, warranties, and pest education components. Quotes for this pest control contract are due by December 20, 2024, at 12:00 PM CST, with the solicitation issued under NAICS code 561710 for exterminating and pest control services. The government requires two follow-up inspections - one in Spring and one in mid-Summer - to ensure ongoing effectiveness of the pest control measures.

The contract is initially set up for a one-year base period and will be performed at Building 2 - Laundry located at 2500 Overlook Terrace, Madison, WI 53705-2286. While the original solicitation notice indicated no specific set-aside, the request for quote document specifies this opportunity is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses with a size standard of $17.5 million. The scope of work involves comprehensive management including providing all necessary licenses, tools, supplies, equipment, transportation, and installation services to prevent bird-related contamination and damage. Contractors must demonstrate capabilities in developing and executing a thorough pest control strategy that addresses the specific environmental challenges of the hospital's laundry dock area. The precise budget and potential award value are not explicitly stated in the documents, but the contract represents a targeted solution for mitigating bird-related risks at the VA medical facility.