This is a solicitation for Grounds Maintenance Services at the El Paso VA Healthcare System. The contract will be for a base 1-year contract plus four 1-year option periods. Offerors must submit offers via email by the due date specified in block 8. Technical questions are due by May 18, 2026. Offerors must be certified by the SBA as a small disadvantaged veteran owned business (SDVOSB). A capability statement, pricing per line item, and references for similar contracts are required. The award will be made on a best value basis, considering technical capability, past performance, and price.
The offer due date is May 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. The contract period for the base year is from June 15, 2026, to June 14, 2027, with four subsequent 1-year option periods.
The bid notice states that payment will be made by the government through the Tungsten Network, which is the sole method for submitting invoices. Invoices are to be submitted monthly in arrears.
The award will be made on a competitive best value selection basis using comparative analysis evaluation procedures, where quotations will be compared to one another to determine which provides the best benefit to the government.
In accordance with VAAR **** Eligibility. Deviation. , all offerors shall be certified by the SBA as a small disadvantaged veteran owned business (SDVOSB).
The bid notice mentions that failure to correct identified deficiencies within the specified timeframe may result in deductions from payment, issuance of a stop-work order, or other contractual remedies. Repeated instances of unacceptable performance may constitute grounds for termination.
The bid notice does not require sample submission.
The bid notice states that failure to submit a complete offer may result in removal from further consideration for award. Willfully and intentionally misrepresenting a company's SDVOSB status can lead to debarment from contracting with the Department for a period of not less than five years.