Window Washing Services
257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)
Solicitation cff40e4673024041b98f81ad0d063d31·SAM.gov
- Posted
- July 1, 2026
- Due
- July 31, 2026
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The federal government is seeking bids for window washing services through the 257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17. Your bid is due by July 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET—this is a normal timeline, not unusually rushed. The solicitation does not mention any bonding or insurance requirements based on the information provided. The most common reasons bids get rejected for service contracts like this are: (1) failing to follow the submission instructions exactly, (2) not meeting the required qualifications or certifications, (3) pricing that seems unrealistic or incomplete, and (4) missing required documentation or signatures. You likely qualify if: You likely qualify if you are a licensed window cleaning or general cleaning service provider with experience performing commercial or government facility maintenance work, and you can demonstrate reliable insurance coverage and past performance on similar projects.
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Scope
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, transportation, equipment, tools, materials, and non-personal services necessary to perform comprehensive window washing services at the Kerrville VA Medical Center (Buildings 1, 2, 11, 22, 29, 40, 41, and 96), including exterior and interior window surfaces, glass doors, sidelights, entryway glass, frames, sills, and ledges. Services are performed biannually (every six months) over a base year plus four option years, with all work coordinated with the COR and compliant with OSHA, VA, and federal safety regulations.
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- July 31, 2026
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