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S218--Snow Removal | 36C24426Q0004 | Wilmington (DE) VAMC

Solicitation: 36C24426D0016
Notice ID: bacac16f01c4420fbd58c395695ad37f
Contract snapshot

Award Notice from VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF • VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: DE. Industry: NAICS 488490 • PSC S218.

Source
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Solicitation
36C24426D0016
Performance
Wilmington, Delaware • 19805 United States
Response
No due date posted
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Place of performance
Wilmington, Delaware • 19805 United States
State: DE
Contracting office
Pittsburgh, PA • 15215 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Contract Specialist
Email
keri.lewis2@va.gov
Phone
Email only.

Agency & Office

Department
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Subagency
244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Pittsburgh, PA
15215 USA

Applicable wage determinations

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
DE20260008 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Delaware • New Castle
27 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
DE20260008 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Delaware • New Castle
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $55.00Fringe $35.48
Rate
BRICKLAYER
Base $34.19Fringe $27.98
Rate
CARPENTER (INCLUDES ACOUSTICAL CEILING INSTALLATION, DRYWALL HANGING, FORM WORK, METAL STUD INSTALLATION, SCAFFOLD BUILDING, EXCLUDES MASONRY/BRICK, AND EXCLUDES SOFT FLOOR LAYER)
Base $38.27Fringe $25.34
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DE20260009 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Delaware • Sussex
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $55.00Fringe $35.48
Rate
BRICKLAYER
Base $34.19Fringe $27.98
Rate
CARPENTER (INCLUDES ACOUSTICAL CEILING INSTALLATION, DRYWALL HANGING, FORM WORK, METAL STUD INSTALLATION, SCAFFOLD BUILDING, EXCLUDES MASONRY/BRICK, AND EXCLUDES SOFT FLOOR LAYER)
Base $32.87Fringe $18.98
+26 more occupation rates in this WD
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DE20260003 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Delaware • Kent, New Castle, Sussex
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
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DE20260010 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Delaware • Kent
Rate
CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $38.27Fringe $25.34
Rate
LINE CONSTRUCTION: LINEMAN
Base $65.10Fringe $30.87
Rate
PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRISTMAS DAY, AND ELECTION DAY (PROVIDED THE EMPLOYEE WORKS THE SCHEDULED WORK DAY FOLLOWING THE HOLIDAY.)
Base $48.73Fringe $32.23
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More in NAICS 488490

Description

Award Notice from VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF • VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: DE. Industry: NAICS 488490 • PSC S218.

Award Info

Awardee
ARCTIC SWAN CONSTRUCTION INC.
Amount
$1,653,000
Award #
36C24426D0016
Award Date
2025-12-15
Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence
$316,256 - $374,822

Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.

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Floor
$316,256
Target
$334,663
Premium
$374,822
Labor
$167,120
Direct
$15,500
Burden
$112,136
Fee + reserve
$39,442
Target $334,663Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions4 modeled rows

This advisory bid range is visible page text for contractors and search engines: it summarizes the modeled floor, target, and premium bid posture for this solicitation.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 488490 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 48.

12-month awarded value
$1,702,000
Sector total $1,727,267,253 • Share 0.1%
Live
Median
$40,000
P10–P90
$40,000$40,000
Volatility
Stable0%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
0.1%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($1,702,000)
Deal size index
41.33× median
Award vs latest median (a sizing reference).
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini

The S218 Snow Removal contract at Wilmington (DE) VAMC presents an opportunity for qualified SDVOSBC contractors to provide essential snow removal services. With the significant focus on veteran affairs, ensuring timely service delivery is critical. This opportunity is officially announced by the Department of Veterans Affairs and requires understanding specific operational needs.

Snow RemovalSDVOSBCWilmington VAMCFederal ContractVeterans AffairsWinter Services
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer seeks a reliable contractor for snow removal services to ensure safe and accessible facilities during winter months for the Wilmington VAMC.

Who should pursue this
  • SDVOSBC-certified businesses with experience in government contracts.
  • Local contractors with a proven track record in snow removal services.
  • Companies with strong safety and compliance records.
Work breakdown
  • Review the scope of snow removal requirements.
  • Develop a detailed service proposal including resources and personnel.
  • Establish a contingency plan for adverse weather conditions.
  • Determine pricing strategy based on market research and competition.
Response package checklist
  • Confirm SDVOSBC eligibility and documentation.
  • Prepare a detailed company profile with past performance examples.
  • Include pricing strategy and service schedule.
  • Submit safety and compliance certifications.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure compliance with all federal regulations regarding government contracts.
  • Review Local and state laws related to snow removal operations.
Pricing strategy
  • Conduct market research to determine competitive pricing.
  • Consider seasonal costs and potential for service extension.
Teaming and subs
  • Explore partnerships with local subcontractors for resource sharing.
  • Consider teaming with companies that specialize in logistics and management for large contracts.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential delays due to severe weather affecting service delivery.
  • Non-compliance with federal requirements leading to disqualification.
  • Inaccurate pricing leading to financial losses.
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific areas that require snow removal?
  • What are the expected response times for service requests?
  • Are there specific equipment requirements for this contract?
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Detailed description of snow removal services required.
  • Response deadline information.
  • Any required certifications beyond SDVOSBC.
  • Details on performance evaluation criteria.
  • Budget range for the service.
  • Historical data on snow removal needs at Wilmington VAMC.
  • Contact information for contract administrator.
  • Total anticipated duration of service contract.
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