J041--POPC Exhaust Hood and Ductwork Cleaning

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8, awarded a Firm Fixed Price contract to Vastglobe Logistics LLC for exhaust hood and ductwork cleaning services at the Ponce Out-Patient Clinic in Puerto Rico. The contract, under Purchase Order 36C24826P0417, has a base period value of $25,863.77 running from March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with an aggregate total value of $50,199.41 including all option periods. The scope of work involves mitigating fire hazards by removing combustible grease and dirt from one exhaust hood, one fan, and approximately 75 linear feet of ductwork in accordance with NFPA 96 and IKECA standards. Key deliverables include a one-time initial deep cleaning, monthly hood cleaning, quarterly ductwork and fan cleaning, and the installation of a 20x20 inch access door in the ductwork. All services must be performed outside normal business hours, specifically after 4 PM, and require the use of EPA-compliant green cleaning products. The contractor is required to provide before-and-after photos within three days of service and a written report within five days. Performance is monitored through specific accuracy standards for cleaning and coordination, with final acceptance occurring at the delivery destination. This small business set-aside procurement is managed by Contracting Officer Wilfredo Perez and requires adherence to strict labor standards, including the Service Contract Labor Standards and Executive Order 14026 regarding minimum wages. Invoicing is conducted electronically through the VA Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment System.