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Responses to this source sought must be in writing. The purpose of this sources sought announcement is for market research to make appropriate acquisition decisions and to gain knowledge of potential qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Veteran Owned Small Businesses, 8(a), HubZone and other Small Businesses interested and capable of providing the services described below. Documentation of technical expertise must be presented in sufficient detail for the Government to determine that your company possesses the necessary functional area expertise and experience to compete for this acquisition. Responses to this notice shall include the following: (a) company name (b) address (c) point of contact (d) phone, fax, and email (e) Unique Entity ID (f) Cage Code (g) Tax ID Number (h) Type of small business, e.g. Services Disabled Veteran Owned small Business, Veteran-owned small business, 8(a), HUBZone, Women Owned Small Business, Small disadvantaged business, or Small Business HUBZone business and (i) must provide a capability statement that addresses the organizations qualifications and ability to perform as a contractor for the work described below, along with any additional requirements stated below. VA Loma Linda Health Care Systems (VALLHCS) requires drone cleaning services for buildings. Notice to potential offerors: All offerors who provide goods or services to the United States Federal Government must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov. Additionally, all Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses or Veteran Owned Businesses who respond to a solicitation on this project must be registered with the Department of Veterans Affairs Center for Veterans Enterprise VetCert Registry located at Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov). All interested Offerors should submit information by e-mail to stephanie.naron@va.gov.  All information submissions to be marked Attn: Stephanie Naron, Contract Specialist and should be received no later than 07/20/2026 at 16:00 EST. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Government is not obligated to nor will it pay for or reimburse any costs associated with responding to this sources sought synopsis request.  This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach.  The Government will in no way be bound to this information if any solicitation is issued.  No sub-contracting opportunity is anticipated.  The North American Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 488190 Other Support Activities for Air Transportation; small-business size standard is $40M. VETERANS FIRST CONTRACTING PROGRAM NOTICE In accordance with Public Law 109 461 (38 U.S.C. 8127 8128) and VAAR Subpart 819.70, the Department of Veterans Affairs applies the Veterans First Contracting Program. The VA is required to first consider a total set aside for verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) when market research indicates: Two or more verified SDVOSB firms are capable of performing the work, and Award can be made at a fair and reasonable price. If the Rule of Two is not met, the VA will then consider a VOSB set aside, and if still not met, may proceed with other small business set aside strategies or full and open competition. CAPABILITY STATEMENT REQUIREMENTS Instructions to Interested Vendors Interested firms must submit a Capability Statement (not to exceed 5 pages) answering the following questions. Failure to provide direct answers or required regulatory evidence will result in the firm being marked as \"non-capable\" during the VA s market research evaluation. a. Company Overview & Socioeconomic Status Provide your company Name, Unique Entity ID (UEI), and CAGE code. State your business size standard under NAICS 488190. Is your firm actively certified in the SBA VetCert database as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)? (Provide a screenshot or link to your active SBA VetCert profile). Regulatory Compliance & FAA Licensing (Safety/Technical Gate) Drone operations on federal property require strict regulatory adherence. Vendors must provide proof of the following: Does your firm hold an active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification for the pilots intended for this project?  Heavy-lift cleaning drones carrying water/chemical payloads frequently exceed 55 pounds. Does your firm possess an active FAA Section 44807 Heavy Drone Exemption? If yes, provide the exemption number. If your aircraft is under 55 lbs, state the exact make/model and gross take-off weight. Provide proof that your firm carries, or can immediately obtain, dedicated UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) Aviation Liability Insurance with a minimum coverage of $2,000,000. (Standard commercial general liability with aviation exclusions is unacceptable). Domestic Sourcing & Security (NDAA Compliance) To comply with federal procurement restrictions, state the exact manufacturer, model, and country of origin for the drone platforms, software, and remote controllers you intend to deploy. Explicitly certify that your proposed drone equipment is NDAA-compliant and does not utilize components from prohibited foreign manufacturers. Anti-Pass-Through & Limitations on Subcontracting In accordance with VAAR 852.219-75, the certified prime contractor must perform at least 50% of the cost of contract performance with its own personnel. Do you intend to utilize subcontractors for this effort? If yes, state the name, business size, and socioeconomic status of the subcontractor(s). Explicitly detail how your firm will meet the 50% labor requirement. Confirm whether the lead drone pilots deployed to the VA facility will be direct W-2 employees of your firm or independent 1099 contractors/subcontractors. Technical Experience & Past Performance Provide up to three (3) examples of projects completed within the last three years demonstrating your experience utilizing drones for exterior building, window, or soft-wash cleaning. For each project, include the contract value, the height/stories of the buildings cleaned, and a point of contact SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING ENFORCEMENT IMPORTANT NOTICE TO SDVOSB/VOSB RESPONDENTS Prospective respondents are advised that the forthcoming solicitation will include mandatory compliance measures under: VAAR 819.7004 Limitations on Subcontracting, VAAR 852.219 75 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting, Certificate of Compliance, and 13 CFR 125.6 SBA Limitations on Subcontracting Requirements. These requirements will be strictly enforced. Prime Performance Requirement (No Pass Throughs) For service contracts, SDVOSB/VOSB prime contractors must perform at least 50% of the total contract cost with their own personnel or with similarly situated entities (i.e., other certified SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractors). Use of non certified subcontractors above this threshold is prohibited by law. b. Mandatory Pre Award Certification (Hard Gate Requirement) The formal VAAR 852.219 75 Certificate of Compliance will be required with the initial proposal submission. Failure to submit this signed certification will result in the offer being deemed ineligible for evaluation or award. This is not a clarifiable omission. c. Anticipated Solicitation Requirements The future solicitation is expected to require respondents to: Provide a detailed breakdown of workshare percentages between the prime and all subcontractors. Identify key personnel (including drone operators, if applicable) who will be employees of the prime or SDVOSB/VOSB similarly situated entities. Provide evidence of equipment ownership or lease, demonstrating that the prime has the operational capability to perform the required work independently and is not functioning as a pass through. d. Post Award Compliance Monitoring Respondents are advised that VA may require compliance evidence at any time during performance, including: certified payrolls, subcontract agreements, invoice review, and on site verification of personnel. This monitoring authority stems from VAAR 819.7004, 852.219 75, and SBA regulations. e. Mandatory Penalties for Misrepresentation Under 38 U.S.C. 8127(g), any SDVOSB/VOSB that willfully misrepresents compliance or engages in a pass through arrangement is subject to: mandatory debarment for not less than five (5) years, possible civil liability under the False Claims Act, and potential criminal prosecution. STATEMENT OF WORK SUMMARY (For Market Research Purposes Not a Solicitation) Project Title: Building Drone Cleaning VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHCS) Location: VA Loma Linda Medical Center 11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, CA 92357 Project Overview: VALLHCS requires exterior building cleaning using tethered drone-based soft wash technology to safely and efficiently clean building façades, windows (interior and exterior below 20 ft), masonry surfaces, and hard surfaces across multiple campus buildings (Buildings 1, 20, 29, 30, 31, 32). This method replaces traditional boom lifts or scaffolding, minimizes disruption to patient access, and improves cleaning effectiveness for high, difficult to reach areas. Objectives: The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, drones, heated water systems, supervision, and incidentals to perform comprehensive cleaning of exterior façades, windows, and hard surfaces using safe, compliant, industrial grade equipment and drone technology. Major Tasks Included: Pre Work Activities Conduct a pre work inspection, photograph existing conditions, and identify potential challenges. Document window and façade conditions before cleaning. Safety & Preparation Deploy safety cones and signage. Provide an FAA certified drone pilot. Perform all required safety measures and public area protections. Drone Soft Wash Cleaning Utilize heated, filtered (<10 ppm) deionized water using a tethered hose system. Apply soft wash cleaning solutions and controlled pressure as needed. Drone must reach up to 175 feet, operate in winds up to 20 mph, with centimeter level positioning accuracy. Monitor drone systems via onboard health management systems. Glass Cleaning Squeegee interior/exterior glass below 20 ft using pole-mounted tools for streak free results. Hard Surface Cleaning Apply pressure up to 4500 psi, heated water up to 200°F, and use surface cleaners for ground level surfaces or persistent stains. Quality Assurance Perform post-cleaning inspection. Re-clean missed areas to ensure uniform quality Licensing & Certification Requirements Offerors must possess: OSHA 30-hour certificate FAA Remote Pilot Certification D38 License - Sand and Water Blasting Active SAM registration","origin":"extract"},"notice_type":{"code":"r","label":"Sources Sought"},"schema_version":1,"solicitation_number":"36C26226Q1150","place_of_performance":{"zip":"92357","city":{"name":"Loma Linda"},"street":"Department of Veterans Affairs VA Loma Linda Health Care Systems 11201 Benton St."},"product_service_code":"S201"},{"dates":{"posted":"2026-07-31","response_deadline":{"raw":"2026-08-10T16:00:00-04:00","utc":"2026-08-10T20:00:00Z","date":"2026-08-10","time":"16:00:00","utc_offset_seconds":-14400}},"links":{"sam":"https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e083a1d1e3954cf0a8631672e1068409/view"},"naics":{"codes":["488190"],"primary":"488190"},"title":"S201--Building Drone Cleaning","agency":{"office":{"code":"36C262","name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)"},"subtier":{"code":"3600","name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF"},"department":{"code":"036","name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF"},"office_address":{"zip":"85297","city":"Gilbert","state":"AZ","country":"USA"},"organization_type":"OFFICE"},"status":{"active":true,"archive_date":"2026-10-09","archive_type":"auto_custom"},"contacts":[{"name":"Stephanie Naron","role":"primary","email":"Stephanie.Naron@va.gov","phone":"520-792-1450 14387","title":"CONTRACT SPECIALIST"}],"base_type":{"code":"r","label":"Sources Sought"},"notice_id":"e083a1d1e3954cf0a8631672e1068409","set_aside":{"code":"SBA","label":"Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)"},"provenance":{"extract":{"url":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/falextracts/Contract%20Opportunities/datagov/ContractOpportunitiesFullCSV.csv","etag":"\"3f59209463433eba6899e195a597c64d-29\"","fetched_at":"2026-09-16T07:50:12.777658Z","row_sha256":"89fb43168914306aa649c85910e3dcd8d7ccc90fc49259f4511f275e0f3ad27a","last_modified":"2026-09-16T03:30:52Z"},"updated_at":"2026-09-16T07:50:12.777658Z","first_seen_at":"2026-09-16T00:55:28.845070Z"},"description":{"text":"Attachment 1 - Combined Synopsis-Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services Effective Date: 01/15/2026 Revision: 03 Description This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.202, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-06. This solicitation is set aside for small business concerns. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO OFFERORS The solicitation includes mandatory compliance measures under: VAAR 819.7004 Limitations on Subcontracting, VAAR 852.219 75 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting, Certificate of Compliance, and 13 CFR 125.6 SBA Limitations on Subcontracting Requirements. These requirements will be strictly enforced. Prime Performance Requirement (No Pass Throughs) For service contracts, prime contractors must perform at least 50% of the total contract cost with their own personnel or with similarly situated entities (i.e., other certified SDVOSB/VOSB subcontractors). Use of non certified subcontractors above this threshold is prohibited by law. b. Mandatory Pre Award Certification (Hard Gate Requirement) The formal VAAR 852.219 75 Certificate of Compliance will be required with the initial offeror submission. Failure to submit this signed certification will result in the offer being deemed ineligible for evaluation or award. This is not a clarifiable omission. c. Post Award Compliance Monitoring Offerors are advised that VA may require compliance evidence at any time during performance, including: certified payrolls, subcontract agreements, invoice review, and on site verification of personnel. This monitoring authority stems from VAAR 819.7004, 852.219 75, and SBA regulations. d. Mandatory Penalties for Misrepresentation Under 38 U.S.C. 8127(g), any SDVOSB/VOSB that willfully misrepresents compliance or engages in a pass through arrangement is subject to: mandatory debarment for not less than five (5) years, possible civil liability under the False Claims Act, and potential criminal prosecution. Regulatory Compliance & FAA Licensing (Safety/Technical Gate) Drone operations on federal property require strict regulatory adherence. Offerors must provide proof of the following: Does your firm hold an active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification for the pilots intended for this project?  Heavy-lift cleaning drones carrying water/chemical payloads frequently exceed 55 pounds. Does your firm possess an active FAA Section 44807 Heavy Drone Exemption? If yes, provide the exemption number. If your aircraft is under 55 lbs, state the exact make/model and gross take-off weight. Provide proof that your firm carries, or can immediately obtain, dedicated UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) Aviation Liability Insurance with a minimum coverage of $2,000,000. (Standard commercial general liability with aviation exclusions is unacceptable). Domestic Sourcing & Security (NDAA Compliance) To comply with federal procurement restrictions, state the exact manufacturer, model, and country of origin for the drone platforms, software, and remote controllers you intend to deploy. Explicitly certify that your proposed drone equipment is NDAA-compliant and does not utilize components from prohibited foreign manufacturers. Anti-Pass-Through & Limitations on Subcontracting In accordance with VAAR 852.219-75, the certified prime contractor must perform at least 50% of the cost of contract performance with its own personnel. Do you intend to utilize subcontractors for this effort? If yes, state the name, business size, and socioeconomic status of the subcontractor(s). Explicitly detail how your firm will meet the 50% labor requirement. Confirm whether the lead drone pilots deployed to the VA facility will be direct W-2 employees of your firm or independent 1099 contractors/subcontractors. Technical Experience & Past Performance Provide up to three (3) examples of projects completed within the last three years demonstrating your experience utilizing drones for exterior building, window, or soft-wash cleaning. For each project, include the contract value, the height/stories of the buildings cleaned, and a point of contact The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 488190 Other Support Activities for Air Transportation, with a small business size standard of $40 Million. The FSC/PSC is S201, Housekeeping Custodial Services. The Loma Linda VA Medical Center located at 11201 Benton St., Loma Linda, CA 92357 is seeking to purchase a one-time fuel transfer between underground storage tanks. All interested companies shall provide quotations for the following: Supplies/Services Line Item Description Quantity Unit of Measure Unit Price Total Price 0001 Annual cleaning of exterior of facade and windows using a combination of drone technology and traditional methods. 1 JB 1001 Option Year 1. Annual cleaning of exterior of facade and windows using a combination of drone technology and traditional methods. 1 JB 2001 Option Year 2. Annual cleaning of exterior of facade and windows using a combination of drone technology and traditional methods. 1 JB 3001 Option Year 3. Annual cleaning of exterior of facade and windows using a combination of drone technology and traditional methods. 1 JB 4001 Option Year 4. Annual cleaning of exterior of facade and windows using a combination of drone technology and traditional methods. 1 JB STATEMENT OF WORK TITLE: VA Loma Linda Healthcare System s (VALLHCS) Building Drone Cleaning BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The VA Loma Linda Medical Center (VALLMC) is located at 11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, CA 92357. The hospital campus includes the Main Building (Building 2), Eye Clinic (Building 29), Audiology (Building 30) and the Cancer Building (Building 31), and the Valor Building (Building 32). The buildings require routing pressure wash cleaning to eliminate dirt, dust, spiderwebs, etc., and improve the overall appearance of the buildings. Ordinarily pressure washing a building, booms, lifts, ladders, and scaffolding are needed to safely access all areas of the buildings. The use of a drone with a water supply hose \"tethered\" to it, supplying the nozzle of the hose with filtered and heated water is safest, the least evasive way to perform building cleaning. With the latest drone cleaning technology, the use of extra equipment is not needed to access those hard-to-reach areas maintaining safe patient access to all medical buildings. OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this contract is to have a contractor furnish all labor, materials, equipment, services, tools, incidentals, and supervision required to service, provide comprehensive cleaning services for all exterior façades, windows, and hard surfaces at the VA Loma Linda property. Provide cleaning services that adhere to all safety regulations and standards to create a safe and compliant environment. These services will utilize advanced technology, including drones and industrial-grade equipment, to ensure superior quality, efficiently and with minimal disruption to VA operations and patient care. SCOPE: Pre-Work Inspection: The contractor shall conduct a Pre-work Inspection to gather photo documentation and identify potential challenges. The contractor shall document the conditions of windows and facades before starting the cleaning process. Preparation: The contractor shall Set out construction cones and signs to notify the public of drone cleaning operations. The contractor shall ensure all necessary safety measures are in place to protect both workers and the public. The contractor shall provide a FAA-licensed Drone pilot. Cleaning Process: The contractor shall use a soft-washing technique that includes a combination of heated water, appropriate pressure, and customized cleaning solutions when necessary. The contractor shall use a heated water window cleaning technique and applied with moderate pressure. Interior Exterior Glass Cleaning: The contractor shall Squeegee all interior and exterior glass (below 20 feet) using brush/squeegee pole cleaning. Ensure windows are cleaned from edge to edge, resulting in dry, streak-free glass. Review and Quality Control: The contractor shall conduct a thorough review of the cleaned areas. Treat any missed sections to ensure consistent quality across all surfaces. Hard Surface Cleaning: The contractor shall use soft-wash clean water, applying pressure up to 4500 psi and up to 200-degree heat/steam. Employ a surface cleaner to remove tough stains and ensure long-lasting results. Soft-Wash Cleaning Water Method: The contractor shall utilize drones and double-filtered deionized water to perform complete exterior commercial cleaning. The contractor shall ensure the water is filtered to less than 10 parts per million of total dissolved solids for a spot-free cleaning. Drone Capabilities: The contractor shall ensure that the drone reaches heights of up to 175 feet, operates in wind speeds up to 20 mph, and ensures positioning accuracy within a few centimeters. Monitor all parts of the drone via the integrated Health Management System on the remote control. Equipment: The contractor shall provide industrial-grade conventional cleaning equipment, heated water, and appropriate pressure for the cleaning process. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Work may be scheduled during the day or night (Depending on load demand), Monday thru Friday. Daytime hours: 6 am to 4 pm Evening hours: 4 pm to 8 pm Contractor shall initiate work within 2 weeks of being contacted by the designated Contracting Officer s Point of Contact (POC) or designee. Work shall be scheduled through the POC or designee, who will coordinate with VALLHCS staff. Timelines are subject to change due to VALLHCS operational requirements. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: VA Loma Linda 11201 Benton St Loma Linda, CA 92357 LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: Offeror must possess a 30-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety card. Offeror must be certified and possess a current Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Remote Pilot Certification. General Building license (Class B) Must be a vendor in System for Award Management (SAM). SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: Contractor shall schedule start date with POC or designee five (5) business days in advance. Contactor personnel shall have valid Loma Linda PIV badges before starting work. Contractor shall coordinate energy source LOCK OUT /TAG OUT procedures with VALLHCS Structural Supervisor before starting work. When work is complete, Contractor shall notify the VALLHCS Structural Supervisor that energy sources will be restored and require verification. Contractor s supervisor or lead technician are to check in with VALLHCS Structural Supervisor, or in their absence, with Graphics Control prior to work each day. Contractor shall conform to the following standards, policies, regulations, governing agency, and any other local, state, or Federal guidelines that are not listed here OSHA Regulations, www.osha.gov NFPA, www.nfpa.org ANSI/ UASSC VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS, SECTION 08 51 13 Aluminum Windows cleaning Section 04 01 00 Maintenance of Masonry RECOGNIZED HOLIDAYS: The following is a list of all Government recognized holidays: New Year s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr. s Birthday Columbus Day President s Day Veteran s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Juneteenth Christmas Day Independence Day If a holiday falls on Sunday, the following Monday shall be observed as the legal holiday. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a legal holiday by U.S. Government agencies. Also included, would be any other day specifically declared by the President of the United States of America to be a National Holiday. CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES: Contractor personnel shall present a neat appearance and be easily recognized as Contractor employees. Examples: wearing of distinctive clothing such as uniform, badges, patches, etc. Contractor personnel shall wear identification (I.D.) badges during the entire time they are on the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System grounds. I.D. badges must have identification picture, name of the individual, and the represented company depicted on it. XI. SMOKING AND VAPING POLICIES: Smoking and vaping are prohibited on Government property. X11. SAFETY AND PPE EQUIPMENT: Personal Protective Equipment shall be provided for each Contractor employee by the Contractor. Possession of weapons are prohibited. XIII. PARKING: It is the responsibility of Contractor personnel to park only in designated parking areas. Parking information is available from the VA Security Service. The VA shall not invalidate or make reimbursement for parking violations of the Contractor's personnel under any circumstances. **End Statement of Work** The purchase order period of performance is a base year and four option years. Place of Performance/Place of Delivery Address: VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHCS) Jerry L. Pettis VA Medical Center (VAMC) 11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, CA Postal Code: 92357-1000 Country: UNITED STATES The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far. The following solicitation provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (SEP 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025) FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) FAR 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (SEP 2024) FAR 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation. (JAN 2017) FAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management Registration. (NOV 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2021) (DEVIATION OCT 2025) VAAR 852.252-70, Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008) VAAR 852.233-71, Alternate Protest Procedure (SEP 2018) VAAR 852.233-70, Protest Content/Alternative Dispute Resolution (SEP 2018) VAAR 852.252-70, Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008) VAAR 852.273-70, Late Offers (NOV 2021) The following contract clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025) FAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference. (FEB 1998) FAR 52.203-12 , Limitation on Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (JUN 2020) FAR 52.203-17, Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights. (NOV 2023) FAR 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements. (JAN 2017) FAR 52.204-13, System for Award Management-Maintenance. (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.209-6, Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded. (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations. (NOV 2015) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-3, Convict Labor. (JUN 2003) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-19, Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies. (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans. (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities. (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Veterans. (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards. (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires. (MAY 2014) FAR 52.222-44, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment. (MAY 2014) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons. (NOV 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification. (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-62, Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706. (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.222-90, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (APR 2026) FAR 52.223-5, Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (MAY 2024) FAR 52.226-8, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving. (MAY 2024) FAR 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management. (OCT 2018) FAR 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. (MAR 2023) FAR 52.233-3, Protest after Award. (AUG 1996) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. (OCT 2004) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.237-2, Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (APR 1984) FAR 52.244-6, Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION OCT 2025) FAR 52.252-6, Authorized Deviations in Clauses (NOV 2020) VAAR 852.203-70, Commercial Advertising (MAY 2018) VAAR 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (NOV 2018) VAAR 852.242-71, Administrative Contracting Officer (OCT 2020) All Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. This is accomplished through the Tungsten Network located at: http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp. This is mandatory and the sole method for submitting invoices. All quoters shall submit the following: All information required by FAR 52.212-1(b) Submission of Offers to include, but not limited to, SAM UEI. All quotes shall be sent to the Network Contracting Office (NCO) Stephanie.Naron@va.gov. Award will be based upon a comparative evaluation of quotes in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of RFO FAR 12. Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government. The following are the decision factors: Price, and past performance, with price more important. Past performance will be based on CPARS and FAPIIS ratings. No rating in CPARS is equal to a neutral rating. The award will be made to the response most advantageous to the Government. Responses should contain your best terms, conditions. NOTE: RFO FAR 52.212-3 is RESERVED and replaced with: https://sam.gov/ registration is required to be complete at time of submission of response. Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website located at https://sam.gov/. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025) Addenda to FAR 52.212-4 are attached. To facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows: \"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition.\" OR \"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:\" Quoters shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s), if any. Questions shall be received electronically at Stephanie.Naron@va.gov. Submission of your final response shall be received electronically not later than 4:00 EST on 08/10/2026 at Stephanie.Naron@va.gov. Subject line should include RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26226Q1150. Submissions shall include your quote using the attached schedule as well as a capabilities statement with qualifications proving all certifications and education required for the work being conducted in the SOW, as this is highly scientific and regulated. Submissions not meeting all requirements of the SOW will be considered ineligible for award. Quotes should be based on the information provided as no discussions will be allowed. This solicitation is being made under FAR 12.201-1 Simplified Procedures. Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f). SITE VISIT (OPTIONAL) An optional site visit will be conducted to allow prospective offerors to inspect the facility and understand the scope of services.  Date & Time: The site visit will occur August 5, 2026 at 9:00 am PST (12:00 pm EST), which will be scheduled within the posting period of this combined synopsis/solicitation. Location: VA Loma Linda Medical System Meeting Point: Hospital Front Lobby Registration Instructions: Offerors shall email the Contract Specialist at stephanie.naron@va.gov no later than 24 hours before the scheduled visit to register. Include: Firm name Names of all attendees Phone number and email CAGE and UEI numbers Failure to register may result in denial of access to the site. Identification Requirements: All attendees must bring a government issued photo ID. Unregistered personnel will not be admitted.  Post Site Visit Questions & Amendment Policy Questions Deadline: Offerors may submit questions related to the site visit no later than two (2) calendar days after the site visit concludes. Amendments: If needed, the Government will issue an amendment containing all site visit related questions and answers within two (2) calendar days after the Q&A deadline. Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for solicitation amendments.   Compliance Notice Attendance at the site visit is optional. If an offeror elects not to attend the site visit, the offeror is responsible for understanding all existing site conditions. No adjustments to price will be made based on failure to inspect. Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below. Phone calls with questions will not be accepted. 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Submission of your final response shall be received electronically not later than 4:30 EST on 08/13/2026 at Stephanie.Naron@va.gov. Subject line should include RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26226Q1150. 2nd SITE VISIT (OPTIONAL) A 2nd optional site visit will be conducted to allow prospective offerors to inspect the facility and understand the scope of services.  Date & Time: The site visit will occur August 10, 2026 at 9:00 am PST (12:00 pm EST), which will be scheduled within the posting period of this combined synopsis/solicitation. Location: VA Loma Linda Medical System Meeting Point: Hospital Front Lobby Registration Instructions: Offerors shall email the Contract Specialist at stephanie.naron@va.gov no later than 24 hours before the scheduled visit to register. Include: Firm name Names of all attendees Phone number and email CAGE and UEI numbers Failure to register may result in denial of access to the site. Identification Requirements: All attendees must bring a government issued photo ID. Unregistered personnel will not be admitted.  Post Site Visit Questions & Amendment Policy Questions Deadline: Offerors may submit questions related to the site visit no later than two (2) calendar days after the site visit concludes. Amendments: If needed, the Government will issue an amendment containing all site visit related questions and answers within two (2) calendar days after the Q&A deadline. Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for solicitation amendments.   Compliance Notice Attendance at the site visit is optional. If an offeror elects not to attend the site visit, the offeror is responsible for understanding all existing site conditions. No adjustments to price will be made based on failure to inspect.Â","origin":"extract"},"notice_type":{"code":"k","label":"Combined Synopsis/Solicitation"},"schema_version":1,"solicitation_number":"36C26226Q1150","place_of_performance":{"zip":"85723","city":{"name":"Tucson"},"street":"Department of Veterans Affairs NCO 22 - Network Contracting 3601 S. 6th Avenue"},"product_service_code":"S201"},{"dates":{"posted":"2026-08-14","response_deadline":{"raw":"2026-08-21T14:30:00-07:00","utc":"2026-08-21T21:30:00Z","date":"2026-08-21","time":"14:30:00","utc_offset_seconds":-25200}},"links":{"sam":"https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/dbfd57b914894755b932e366049d063e/view"},"naics":{"codes":["488190"],"primary":"488190"},"title":"S201--Building Drone Cleaning","agency":{"office":{"code":"36C262","name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)"},"subtier":{"code":"3600","name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF"},"department":{"code":"036","name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF"},"office_address":{"zip":"85297","city":"Gilbert","state":"AZ","country":"USA"},"organization_type":"OFFICE"},"status":{"active":true,"archive_date":"2026-10-12","archive_type":"auto_custom"},"contacts":[{"name":"Stephanie Naron","role":"primary","email":"stephanie.naron@va.gov","phone":"520-792-1450 14387","title":"CONTRACT SPECIALIST"}],"base_type":{"code":"k","label":"Combined Synopsis/Solicitation"},"notice_id":"dbfd57b914894755b932e366049d063e","set_aside":{"code":"SBA","label":"Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)"},"provenance":{"extract":{"url":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/falextracts/Contract%20Opportunities/datagov/ContractOpportunitiesFullCSV.csv","etag":"\"3f59209463433eba6899e195a597c64d-29\"","fetched_at":"2026-09-16T07:50:12.777658Z","row_sha256":"bdfe2cc896764b85e7a7d0efee536c5bc11f65846e20cb8baa68250696c6673e","last_modified":"2026-09-16T03:30:52Z"},"updated_at":"2026-09-16T07:50:12.777658Z","first_seen_at":"2026-09-16T00:55:28.845070Z"},"description":{"text":"The purpose of this amendment 0002 is to extend the response due date, add previously excluded buildings, and provide the Questions and Answers. PLEASE NOTE THAT BUILDINGS ERRONEOUSLY EXCLUDED IN THE ORIGINAL SOLICITATION ARE NOW INCLUDED - Buildings 2, 20, 29, 30, 31, 32 and S45 parking garage Submission of your final response shall be received electronically not later than 2:30 PST on 08/21/2026 at Stephanie.Naron@va.gov. Subject line should include “RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26226Q1150.” QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Several areas of the buildings have permanent exterior balconies or protected walking surfaces with guardrails. Although certain windows may be more than 20 feet above ground level, they are readily accessible from these permanent walking surfaces, with the glass approximately 9 feet above the technician’s standing surface. Can the VA please confirm whether the 20-foot threshold is measured from the technician’s accessible working surface or strictly from ground level? Both Where windows are safely accessible from permanent protected balconies or walkways, may those windows be cleaned by hand using traditional window-cleaning methods rather than by drone? The drone shall be used on the Stucco. The windows shall be cleaned by hand; the main building has a catwalk available for use for window cleaning. Based on our site visit, we believe traditional hand cleaning from these protected walking surfaces would provide the best finished result for those particular windows while maintaining safe access and minimizing disruption. Can the VA confirm that this approach is acceptable where the windows are safely reachable from those protected surfaces? Yes. The Licensing Requirements section of the SOW lists \"General Building license (Class B)\" as a required offeror qualification. Under California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) classifications: Class B (General Building Contractor) is designated for structural construction requiring at least two unrelated building trades. It is not the applicable license for exterior building cleaning services. C-61 / D-38 (Sand and Water Blasting) is the CSLB specialty classification actually applicable to commercial pressure washing services in California, and only applies to contracts valued at $500 or more. The Statement of Work describes exterior building cleaning (drone-based soft-wash, hard-surface pressure washing, interior/exterior glass cleaning) with no structural construction or modification component. Would you please clarify: (a) Is the reference to \"General Building license (Class B)\" a drafting error, and did the VA intend to specify the C-61/D-38 Sand and Water Blasting specialty classification, or another CSLB classification? The reference to General Building license (Class B) is an error. The VA intended to specify C-61/D-38 Sand and Water Blasting specialty classification. (b) Does the VA consider this requirement satisfied through subcontracting arrangements with a CSLB-licensed teaming partner (consistent with the 50% prime performance requirement under VAAR 852.219-75), or must the prime contractor hold the license directly? The prime contractor must hold the C?61/D?38 license directly if the contract includes pressure washing and exceeds $500. A subcontracting arrangement with a licensed firm does not satisfy this requirement—holding the license remains with the entity contracting directly with the VA. Under California Business and Professions Code §§?7026, 7028, and 7048, any person or entity that offers to contract for, bids on, or performs construction?related services—including exterior cleaning and pressure washing—must hold the appropriate CSLB license when the total value of labor and materials meets or exceeds $500. The statutory definition of “contractor” (§?7026) applies to entities performing work “by or through others,” meaning licensing responsibility cannot be delegated to a subcontractor. Contracting without the required license is a misdemeanor under §?7028, and the $500 threshold is established in §?7048. (c) Will the VA accept an out-of-state incorporated small business meeting all federal certifications (Part 107 UAS, OSHA 30-hour, active SAM registration, Section 889 / ADSA compliance, dedicated $2M UAS aviation liability insurance) with a compliance plan to satisfy any California-specific licensing requirement within the pre-performance period? All licensing requirements must be fulfilled before starting performance. The solicitation is identified as a total small-business set-aside but includes Veterans First requirements under VAAR 819.7004 and VAAR 852.219-75. We request that the procurement remain a total small-business set-aside and that the Veterans First provisions be removed. The applicable subcontracting requirements should instead be governed by FAR 52.219-14 and 13 CFR 125.6. The procurement will remain a standard total small?business set?aside and the Veterans First provisions (VAAR 819.7004, VAAR 852.219?75) will be removed, allowing the subcontracting requirements to be governed by the applicable government?wide SBA rules (FAR 52.219?14 and 13 CFR 125.6) rather than VA?specific veteran?preference regulations. The solicitation requires a California Class B General Building license. The scope is limited to exterior building and window cleaning using drones and conventional cleaning equipment and does not appear to involve construction, alteration, or multiple building trades. We therefore request removal of the Class B license requirement, or clarification of the specific work requiring that license. The reference to General Building license (Class B) is an error. The VA intended to specify C-61/D-38 Sand and Water Blasting specialty classification. The SOW requires the offeror to possess a California General Building Contractor Class B license. Must the license be held in the prime contractor’s legal name, or may the requirement be satisfied by a licensed direct W-2 employee responsible for onsite performance? The reference to General Building license (Class B) is an error. The VA intended to specify C-61/D-38 Sand and Water Blasting specialty classification. Would the VA accept an applicable California specialty license, such as a D-38 Sand and Water Blasting classification, in place of the Class B license for this window, façade, and pressure-cleaning requirement? The reference to General Building license (Class B) is an error. The VA intended to specify C-61/D-38 Sand and Water Blasting specialty classification. Please confirm that the required annual service consists of one complete cleaning cycle during each contract year. Yes, one complete cleaning cycle each contract year. Please confirm the complete list of buildings included in the requirement. The SOW identifies Buildings 2, 29, 30, 31, and 32, while earlier procurement information referenced additional building numbers. Buildings 2, 20, 29, 30, 31, 32 and S45 parking garage Can the VA provide approximate exterior façade square footage, window counts, elevations, drawings, or other available measurements for each included building? Additional information will be provided at a later date once available. Please provide the approximate quantity of interior and exterior glass below 20 feet that must be cleaned using traditional methods. Approximately 400 EXTERIOR windows. Interior glass cleaning WILL NOT be included in this requirement. The SOW requires the drone to reach heights up to 175 feet. Please identify which building surfaces require cleaning at or near that elevation and provide the approximate maximum cleaning height for each building. Buildings 2, 20, 29, 30, 31, 32 and S45 parking garage Will the VA provide access to onsite water and electrical utilities for the contractor’s heated-water, filtration, and pressure-washing equipment? If so, please identify the available connection types and approximate staging locations. Contractors shall provide their own water source except in the courtyard. The courtyard has spigots available for use. Are there designated drone launch, equipment-staging, hose-routing, and vehicle-parking areas, or will these locations be established with the VA during performance planning? Locations will be established with the VA during performance planning. Page 6 states that the VA is seeking a one-time fuel transfer between underground storage tanks. Please confirm that this sentence was included in error and is not part of the Building Drone Cleaning requirement. This sentence was included as an error and is not part of the requirement.","origin":"extract"},"notice_type":{"code":"k","label":"Combined Synopsis/Solicitation"},"schema_version":1,"solicitation_number":"36C26226Q1150","place_of_performance":{"zip":"85723","city":{"name":"Tucson"},"street":"Department of Veterans Affairs NCO 22 - Network Contracting 3601 S. 6th Avenue"},"product_service_code":"S201"},{"dates":{"posted":"2026-08-21","response_deadline":{"raw":"2026-08-25T14:30:00-07:00","utc":"2026-08-25T21:30:00Z","date":"2026-08-25","time":"14:30:00","utc_offset_seconds":-25200}},"links":{"sam":"https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2e6a83d57d394eeb9d2e71d610b3c297/view"},"naics":{"codes":["488190"],"primary":"488190"},"title":"S201--Building Drone Cleaning","agency":{"office":{"code":"36C262","name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)"},"subtier":{"code":"3600","name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF"},"department":{"code":"036","name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF"},"office_address":{"zip":"85297","city":"Gilbert","state":"AZ","country":"USA"},"organization_type":"OFFICE"},"status":{"active":true,"archive_date":"2026-10-12","archive_type":"auto_custom"},"contacts":[{"name":"Stephanie Naron","role":"primary","email":"stephanie.naron@va.gov","phone":"520-792-1450 14387","title":"CONTRACT SPECIALIST"}],"base_type":{"code":"k","label":"Combined Synopsis/Solicitation"},"notice_id":"2e6a83d57d394eeb9d2e71d610b3c297","set_aside":{"code":"SBA","label":"Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)"},"provenance":{"extract":{"url":"https://s3.amazonaws.com/falextracts/Contract%20Opportunities/datagov/ContractOpportunitiesFullCSV.csv","etag":"\"3f59209463433eba6899e195a597c64d-29\"","fetched_at":"2026-09-16T07:50:12.777658Z","row_sha256":"cf2e51f9a7083d866f20a7170c8c8bcabfda4c3eef50bb679d462917ae62b7f7","last_modified":"2026-09-16T03:30:52Z"},"updated_at":"2026-09-16T07:50:12.777658Z","first_seen_at":"2026-09-15T22:52:52.472456Z"},"description":{"text":"The purpose of this amendment 0003 is to extend the response due date and provide additional Questions and Answers. Submission of your final response shall be received electronically not later than 2:30 PST on 08/25/2026 at Stephanie.Naron@va.gov. Subject line should include “RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26226Q1150.” QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (16 and 17) 16. Amendment 0002 adds the S45 parking garage to the scope and states that the drone shall be used on stucco, but it does not identify the required cleaning method for the parking garage itself. Can you please confirm one of the following: S45 is required to be cleaned by drone, or S45 may be cleaned using conventional pressure-washing equipment and/or a boom lift, as appropriate for the surface and access. Answer: S45 can be done with Drone or pressure washing. If drone cleaning is required for S45, please also confirm whether the VA will provide a vehicle-clearance/closure period during cleaning to prevent overspray and dirty-water runoff onto parked vehicles. Answer: VA will schedule the parking garage to be closed during cleaning on a weekend. 17. The amendment states that the drone shall be used on the stucco and that the windows shall be cleaned by hand. However, we do not see a building-by-building identification of which exterior façade areas are stucco or which surfaces the VA specifically expects to be cleaned by drone. Could you please clarify, for each of the following locations, which exterior façade/stucco surfaces are included in the drone-cleaning requirement: Answer: Building 2 drone shall be used on exterior façade/stucco and that the windows shall be cleaned by hand Building 20 exterior façade/stucco surfaces Building 29 exterior façade/stucco surfaces Building 30 exterior façade/stucco surfaces Building 31 exterior façade/stucco surfaces Building 32 exterior façade/stucco surfaces S45 Parking Garage exterior façade/stucco surfaces For S45 specifically, could you also confirm: Answer: VA will schedule the parking garage to be closed during cleaning on a weekend. What exterior surfaces of the parking garage are included in the cleaning scope; Whether any of those surfaces are stucco; Whether the VA specifically requires drone cleaning for S45; and If drone cleaning is required, whether the VA can provide a closure or vehicle-clearance period to prevent overspray and dirty-water runoff onto parked vehicles. Our team believes the parking garage may be better suited to a boom lift and conventional pressure-washing equipment depending on the surface material and access, so we want to make sure we are pricing the method the VA actually intends. Answer: S45 can be done with Drone or pressure washing.","origin":"extract"},"notice_type":{"code":"k","label":"Combined Synopsis/Solicitation"},"schema_version":1,"solicitation_number":"36C26226Q1150","place_of_performance":{"zip":"85723","city":{"name":"Tucson"},"street":"Department of Veterans Affairs NCO 22 - Network Contracting 3601 S. 6th Avenue"},"product_service_code":"S201"}],"due_at":"2026-08-25T21:30:00Z","due_date":"2026-08-25","closes_at":"2026-08-25T21:30:00Z","awardable":true,"dept_key":"d-036","dept_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","sub_key":"s-3600","sub_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","office_key":"o-36C262","office_name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)","state":null,"country":null,"winner_key":null,"amount":null,"linked_awards":0,"cancelled":false,"archived":false,"updated_at":"2026-09-16T07:31:38.954589Z","principal_notice_id":"2e6a83d57d394eeb9d2e71d610b3c297","description":{"text":"The purpose of this amendment 0003 is to extend the response due date and provide additional Questions and Answers. Submission of your final response shall be received electronically not later than 2:30 PST on 08/25/2026 at Stephanie.Naron@va.gov. Subject line should include “RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26226Q1150.” QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (16 and 17) 16. Amendment 0002 adds the S45 parking garage to the scope and states that the drone shall be used on stucco, but it does not identify the required cleaning method for the parking garage itself. Can you please confirm one of the following: S45 is required to be cleaned by drone, or S45 may be cleaned using conventional pressure-washing equipment and/or a boom lift, as appropriate for the surface and access. Answer: S45 can be done with Drone or pressure washing. If drone cleaning is required for S45, please also confirm whether the VA will provide a vehicle-clearance/closure period during cleaning to prevent overspray and dirty-water runoff onto parked vehicles. Answer: VA will schedule the parking garage to be closed during cleaning on a weekend. 17. The amendment states that the drone shall be used on the stucco and that the windows shall be cleaned by hand. However, we do not see a building-by-building identification of which exterior façade areas are stucco or which surfaces the VA specifically expects to be cleaned by drone. Could you please clarify, for each of the following locations, which exterior façade/stucco surfaces are included in the drone-cleaning requirement: Answer: Building 2 drone shall be used on exterior façade/stucco and that the windows shall be cleaned by hand Building 20 exterior façade/stucco surfaces Building 29 exterior façade/stucco surfaces Building 30 exterior façade/stucco surfaces Building 31 exterior façade/stucco surfaces Building 32 exterior façade/stucco surfaces S45 Parking Garage exterior façade/stucco surfaces For S45 specifically, could you also confirm: Answer: VA will schedule the parking garage to be closed during cleaning on a weekend. What exterior surfaces of the parking garage are included in the cleaning scope; Whether any of those surfaces are stucco; Whether the VA specifically requires drone cleaning for S45; and If drone cleaning is required, whether the VA can provide a closure or vehicle-clearance period to prevent overspray and dirty-water runoff onto parked vehicles. Our team believes the parking garage may be better suited to a boom lift and conventional pressure-washing equipment depending on the surface material and access, so we want to make sure we are pricing the method the VA actually intends. Answer: S45 can be done with Drone or pressure washing.","html":null,"origin":"extract"},"contacts":[{"name":"Stephanie Naron","role":"primary","email":"stephanie.naron@va.gov","phone":"520-792-1450 14387","title":"CONTRACT SPECIALIST"}],"place_of_performance":{"zip":"85723","city":{"name":"Tucson"},"street":"Department of Veterans Affairs NCO 22 - Network Contracting 3601 S. 6th Avenue"},"office_address":{"zip":"85297","city":"Gilbert","state":"AZ","country":"USA"},"naics_codes":["488190"],"award":null,"attachments":[],"awards":[],"related":[{"key":"36C26226Q1465","latest_notice_id":"a2ba6f4febd24488b8307152442faab5","title":"600 - Manoscan ESO Catheter","solicitation_number":"36C26226Q1465","notice_type":"k","first_type":"k","first_posted":"2026-09-10","last_posted":"2026-09-10","notices":1,"due_at":"2026-09-16T16:00:00Z","due_date":"2026-09-16","closes_at":"2026-09-16T16:00:00Z","awardable":true,"open":true,"dept_key":"d-036","dept_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","sub_key":"s-3600","sub_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","office_key":"o-36C262","office_name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)","naics":"334510","psc":"6515","set_aside":"SDVOSBC","state":"CA","country":"USA","winner":null,"winner_key":null,"amount":null,"linked_awards":0,"cancelled":false,"archived":false,"updated_at":"2026-09-16T07:31:38.954589Z"},{"key":"36C26226Q1123","latest_notice_id":"3d501eccb19a4f89ae9d1ac9fabeaecb","title":"6810--VA Phoenix Coarse Salt Supply for Boiler Plant","solicitation_number":"36C26226Q1123","notice_type":"k","first_type":"k","first_posted":"2026-09-08","last_posted":"2026-09-08","notices":1,"due_at":"2026-09-16T17:00:00Z","due_date":"2026-09-16","closes_at":"2026-09-16T17:00:00Z","awardable":true,"open":true,"dept_key":"d-036","dept_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","sub_key":"s-3600","sub_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","office_key":"o-36C262","office_name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)","naics":"325998","psc":"6810","set_aside":"SDVOSBC","state":"AZ","country":"USA","winner":null,"winner_key":null,"amount":null,"linked_awards":0,"cancelled":false,"archived":false,"updated_at":"2026-09-16T07:31:38.954589Z"},{"key":"36C26226Q1468","latest_notice_id":"416be79732df4454a6a13e10c90c22b4","title":"Underbody Patient Warming Mattress and Electrosurgical Return Electrode System and components","solicitation_number":"36C26226Q1468","notice_type":"r","first_type":"r","first_posted":"2026-09-14","last_posted":"2026-09-14","notices":1,"due_at":"2026-09-16T23:00:00Z","due_date":"2026-09-16","closes_at":"2026-09-16T23:00:00Z","awardable":true,"open":true,"dept_key":"d-036","dept_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","sub_key":"s-3600","sub_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","office_key":"o-36C262","office_name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)","naics":"339113","psc":"6515","set_aside":null,"state":"CA","country":"USA","winner":null,"winner_key":null,"amount":null,"linked_awards":0,"cancelled":false,"archived":false,"updated_at":"2026-09-16T07:31:38.954589Z"},{"key":"36C26226Q1445","latest_notice_id":"60360e6bffb24ac9950307c5d24e51c0","title":"6515--Mobile UV Disinfection Device","solicitation_number":"36C26226Q1445","notice_type":"k","first_type":"k","first_posted":"2026-09-03","last_posted":"2026-09-14","notices":3,"due_at":"2026-09-17T17:00:00Z","due_date":"2026-09-17","closes_at":"2026-09-17T17:00:00Z","awardable":true,"open":true,"dept_key":"d-036","dept_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","sub_key":"s-3600","sub_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","office_key":"o-36C262","office_name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)","naics":"339113","psc":"6515","set_aside":"SBA","state":"CA","country":"USA","winner":null,"winner_key":null,"amount":null,"linked_awards":0,"cancelled":false,"archived":false,"updated_at":"2026-09-16T07:31:38.954589Z"},{"key":"36C26226Q1401","latest_notice_id":"9070f3cf2f25436cac9dfe3aa4a89cea","title":"Uninterruptible Power Supply Semi-Annual Maintenance SAVAHCS","solicitation_number":"36C26226Q1401","notice_type":"o","first_type":"o","first_posted":"2026-08-25","last_posted":"2026-09-04","notices":3,"due_at":"2026-09-17T17:00:00Z","due_date":"2026-09-17","closes_at":"2026-09-17T17:00:00Z","awardable":true,"open":true,"dept_key":"d-036","dept_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","sub_key":"s-3600","sub_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","office_key":"o-36C262","office_name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)","naics":"811210","psc":"J061","set_aside":"SDVOSBC","state":"AZ","country":"USA","winner":null,"winner_key":null,"amount":null,"linked_awards":0,"cancelled":false,"archived":false,"updated_at":"2026-09-16T07:31:38.954589Z"}]}