Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

This amendment to a solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs answers questions from potential bidders. The requirement is for brand-new services to maintain freshwater aquariums, as similar services have not been acquired under a prior contract. The performance location is the Network Contracting Office 10 at 2215 Fuller Road in Ann Arbor, MI. The notice clarifies that this is a one-time question and answer period with no further inquiries accepted. No specific budget or performance timelines are detailed in this amendment.

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for aquarium maintenance and cleaning services at the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The contract is a one-year base period with four one-year options, for a total potential performance period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031. This procurement is 100% set aside for Small Businesses under NAICS code 561720. Quotes must be submitted electronically to the specified Contracting Officer and must include a statement regarding the acceptability of the solicitation's terms and conditions. Questions must be submitted by Friday, February 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, and answers will be posted publicly.