J045--Minneapolis VAMC Grease Interceptor Cleaning Services Sources Sought
ID: 36C26325Q0281Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services (562998)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- PLUMBING, HEATING, AND WASTE DISPOSAL EQUIPMENT (J045)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6e507066d1274fdf8fef7381a5ce6909/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide grease interceptor cleaning services for the Minneapolis VA Healthcare System. The procurement involves quarterly cleaning of six grease interceptors, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding waste disposal, as well as conducting inspections for any damages. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of the facility and adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Interested vendors must submit their organizational details and proof of capability via email to Contracting Officer Jeffrey Brown by December 30, 2024, as this notice serves solely for market research purposes and no contract awards will be made from it.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jeffrey BrownContracting Officer
    (651) 293-3009
    Jeffrey.Brown8@va.gov
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    Sources Sought 36C26325Q0281.docx
    The Minneapolis VA Healthcare System is soliciting responses for grease interceptor cleaning services through a Sources Sought Notice. The contracting opportunity is identified under solicitation number 36C26325Q0281, with a response deadline of December 30, 2024. This announcement serves to assess market capabilities; no contract awards will occur from this notice. Interested vendors must submit their organizational details and capabilities via email to the designated contracting officer, Jeffrey Brown. The services required include quarterly cleaning of six grease interceptors, with specific responsibilities outlined, such as waste removal, inspection for damages, and compliance with disposal regulations. The work is scheduled for nighttime hours on weekdays, excluding federal holidays. Detailed safety and security protocols must be followed by contractors, including background checks and temporary badging. This initiative reflects the VA’s need for proper maintenance of facility operations, emphasizing regulatory compliance and safety during service execution.
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