BMO Zones 2-6

All, This is to inform you that the Building Maintenance and Operations (BMO) team is anticipating the release of the final Phase II RFP's in the very near future! As you ​may be aware, the BMO strategic sourcing solution is up and running for Zone 1 and we are excited as we prepare to expand into Phase II. There will be two RFP's, an unrestricted and a small business set aside, posted to FedBizOpps. ​I​t is highly encouraged that you take some time to familiarize yourself with the BMO solution. The BMO Team wants to ensure that the industry base understands the BMO effort and is aware of the Phase II expansion. ​The below ​BMO Interact Page link ​provides​ important updates and additional BMO Information: https://interact.gsa.gov/group/FSSIBMO This e-mail serves as a courtesy notification and outlines the following: 1) Zones Coming Up 2) Why Should I Be Interested in BMO 3) What to Expect BMO is a comprehensive and flexible solution covering all high-demand BMO services. It is an open market, multiple-award, indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (MA-IDIQ), government-wide contract vehicle supporting the strategic sourcing initiative to reduce costs and drive efficient purchasing by federal agencies. 1) ZONES COMING UP ​It is proposed that the​ BMO Phase II will add five additional zones to the solution and the goal is to award by the end of 2016. The zonal approach creates reasonably sized areas in which small businesses can realistically compete and operate. The ​proposed ​five new Phase II zones are outlined below: •· Zone 2 - Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts •· Zone 3 - Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina •· Zone 4 - Texas, Oklahoma •· Zone 5 - California, Nevada •· Zone 6 - Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Iowa, Illinois 2) WHY SHOULD I BE INTERESTED IN BMO? The BMO contract vehicles will provide a streamlined process for agencies to acquire building maintenance and operations services, while at the same time reducing administrative costs. ​ Federal agencies are being encouraged to utilize strategic sourcing contracts. ​3​) WHAT TO EXPECT Acquisition Timeline •· Final RFP Release Date: Soon ! What is the scope of BMO? •· The ​proposed scope of BMO covers the following service categories​: o HVAC Maintenance o Plumbing & Pipefitting o Electrical Maintenance o Elevator Maintenance o Janitorial o Landscaping/Grounds Maintenance o Fire Alarm System Maintenance & Repair o Fire Suppression System Preventive Maintenance & Repair o Roofing Services o Building Management Services o Architectural and Framework Building Maintenance Services o Commissioning Services o Elevator Inspection Services o Pest Control o Waste Management & Recycling Services o Cemetery Maintenance o Other Facilities Management-Related Services Just so you are aware, regarding Phase II, we will not be providing additional information or answering questions prior to the actual posting of the solicitation. Thank You, The BMO Team