S218-- Snow removal Ice removal

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 6 is seeking snow and ice removal services for the Hunter Holmes Richmond VA Medical Center in Richmond, VA. The Request for Quote (RFQ) requires comprehensive snow and ice management for approximately 2.7 million square feet of roads and parking lots, including priority and non-priority areas. Contractors must provide 24/7 availability with a 2-hour response time and specific completion timelines based on snow accumulation, ranging from 5-14 hours depending on snowfall depth. The solicitation will be evaluated on a best value basis, considering technical approach, past performance, and pricing. Interested vendors must submit quotes by January 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST and are strongly encouraged to attend a mandatory site visit on January 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST.

The contract is structured as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 561790 with a $9 million size standard. The period of performance includes one base year from January 15, 2025, to January 14, 2026, with four potential one-year option periods extending through January 14, 2030. Contractors are responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, and materials, including de-icing chemicals, and will be liable for any property damage during snow removal operations. The specific location for services is the VA Medical Center at 1201 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond, VA 23249. However, it is noteworthy that Amendment 0002 indicates the original solicitation was subsequently canceled, with plans to post a new solicitation for this acquisition.