USAG- Pumping and Cleaning of Grease Traps and Septic Tanks
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC FDO FT BRAGG · Response deadline: Mon, 30 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
This is a HUBZone set-aside solicitation for pumping and cleaning services for grease traps and septic tanks at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The work falls under NAICS 562991, which covers septic tank and related services—typically involving the pumping, hauling, and proper disposal of waste from septic systems and grease interceptors used by food service and other facilities.
Grease trap and septic tank maintenance is routine infrastructure upkeep for large installations. These systems require periodic pumping to prevent backups, ensure environmental compliance, and maintain operational readiness of dining facilities, barracks, and other buildings. Service providers in this field generally need vacuum trucks, licensed waste haulers, approved disposal sites, and personnel trained in handling non-hazardous liquid waste.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Dept of the Army, Mission Installation Contracting Command, 419th CSB (MICC Ft Bragg) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W91247-27-Q-A003 |
| NAICS | 562991 – Septic Tank and Related Services |
| Set-aside | HUBZone Set-Aside (FAR 19.13) |
| Response deadline | November 30, 2026, 10:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Fort Bragg, NC |
Who can bid
Only HUBZone-certified small businesses may bid. To qualify, your firm must:
- Be certified as a HUBZone small business in SAM.gov by the time of offer submission
- Maintain principal office in a HUBZone area, or have at least 35% of employees residing in HUBZones
- Meet size standards for NAICS 562991 (see the solicitation for specific thresholds)
- Be at least 51% owned and controlled by U.S. citizens, a Community Development Corporation, an agricultural cooperative, or an Indian tribe
If you are not currently HUBZone-certified, the certification process typically takes several weeks to months. Given the November 30 deadline, immediate action is required if certification is pending.
How to put together a competitive bid
For septic and grease trap services, bids are typically evaluated on price and technical approach. Consider these elements:
Licenses and permits: Ensure your firm holds North Carolina liquid waste transporter licenses and disposal agreements with approved treatment facilities. Fort Bragg may require specific base access credentials for drivers and vehicles.
Equipment: Document your vacuum truck capacity, maintenance records, and availability. Military installations often prioritize reliability and rapid response capability for emergency blockages or overflows.
Personnel: Highlight experience with commercial-grade grease traps and large septic systems. Food service grease interceptors differ from residential septic and may require specialized pumping techniques or hot-water flushing capabilities.
Environmental compliance: Detail your waste tracking, manifesting procedures, and disposal site authorizations. The Army typically requires documentation of proper disposition to meet state and federal environmental standards.
Pricing structure: see the solicitation for whether the government requests a firm fixed price, per-service rates, or estimated quantity schedules. Price reasonableness will likely be a key evaluation factor for this type of routine service contract.
Past performance on similar federal or commercial contracts should be included if requested in the technical proposal.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number W91247-27-Q-A003
- Verify your HUBZone certification status and SAM.gov registration are active
- Note the firm deadline: November 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time
- Review any amendatory documents posted after November 3, 2026 for revised specifications or Q&A responses
View the official notice on SAM.gov →