Opportunity
SAM #36C24126Q0370
Grounds Maintenance and Snow/Ice Removal Services for VA Connecticut Healthcare System, West Haven
Buyer
Department of Veterans Affairs
Posted
March 31, 2026
Respond By
April 14, 2026
Identifier
36C24126Q0370
NAICS
561730
This opportunity seeks a qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance and snow/ice removal services at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System, West Haven VA Medical Center. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 1 (NCO 1), Contract Specialist Sheena Carlyle - Scope of Services: - Snow and ice removal from sidewalks, steps, ramps, fire hydrants, roads, parking lots, and handicap access points - Application of environmentally friendly ice melt products - 24/7 emergency response with a one-hour response time requirement - Grounds maintenance for approximately 30 acres of improved grounds and 5 acres of semi-improved grounds - Includes mowing, edging, trimming, leaf removal, repair of damaged areas, irrigation system maintenance, and removal of fallen trees and limbs - Bi-annual storm drain cleaning and maintenance at West Haven and Newington campuses - Includes debris removal, inspection, flushing, and compliant disposal of waste materials - Fire Life Safety Review service - Unique Requirements: - Contractor must be located within 200 miles of the West Haven campus - Minimum response time of 2 hours (with some tasks requiring 1-hour response) - Mandatory pre-bid site visit - Compliance with VA, federal, and state regulations, including environmental standards - Proper documentation of personnel qualifications and equipment safety inspections - Contract Structure: - Base year plus four annual option years - No specific OEMs or equipment brands are named in the solicitation.
Description
The purpose of this amendment is as follows: Mandatory Pre-Bid Walk-Through 04/09/2026 @ 9:00 am
Submission date update from 04/07/2026 to 04/14/2026 by 10:00 am