Janitorial Services – Redbird Ranger Station 12443926Q0003

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 12443926Q0003 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for janitorial services at the Redbird Ranger Station Office and Work Center. This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. The applicable NAICS code is 561720 with a small business size standard of $22 million. Period of Performance: The base period will begin upon issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) and continue for 12 months. Four (4) option years may be exercised at the Government s discretion. A six-month extension under FAR 52.217-8 may also be considered. Service Contract Act Wage Determination #: 2015-4707 See Attachment 1 Solicitation Terms and Conditions for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria. USDA Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests The USDA is committed to issuing solicitations and awarding contracts in a fair and prompt manner. The Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) was established to address protest issues within the agency, providing an alternative to costly and time-consuming litigation. Interested parties should first contact the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, contact the USDA Ombudsman. Formal protests must comply with FAR 33.104 and be submitted to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer. By initiating a protest with USDA, the protester agrees not to pursue the same matter with GAO or other forums while the agency protest is pending. Attachments Attachment 1 Solicitation Terms and Conditions Attachment 2 Statement of Work (SOW) Attachment 3 Pricing Schedule Attachment 4 Past Performance Information Sheet Contact Information Primary Point of Contact: David Easter, Contracting Officer

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 12443926Q0003 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for janitorial services at the Redbird Ranger Station Office and Work Center. This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. The applicable NAICS code is 561720 with a small business size standard of $22 million. Period of Performance: The base period will begin upon issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) and continue for 12 months. Four (4) option years may be exercised at the Government s discretion. A six-month extension under FAR 52.217-8 may also be considered. Service Contract Act Wage Determination #: 2015-4707 See Attachment 1 Solicitation Terms and Conditions for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria. USDA Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests The USDA is committed to issuing solicitations and awarding contracts in a fair and prompt manner. The Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) was established to address protest issues within the agency, providing an alternative to costly and time-consuming litigation. Interested parties should first contact the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, contact the USDA Ombudsman. Formal protests must comply with FAR 33.104 and be submitted to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer. By initiating a protest with USDA, the protester agrees not to pursue the same matter with GAO or other forums while the agency protest is pending. Attachments Attachment 1 Solicitation Terms and Conditions Attachment 2 Statement of Work (SOW) Attachment 3 Pricing Schedule Attachment 4 Past Performance Information Sheet Contact Information Primary Point of Contact: David Easter, Contracting Officer