R602--534-25-1-4045-0003 / REPLACES CONTRACT: 36C24724P1266 / MEDICAL COURIER SERVICE / NEW BASE + 4 / (VA-25-00012550)
ID: 36C24725Q0074Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery Services (492110)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: COURIER/MESSENGER (R602)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Sole Source (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBS)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fba00a3158ba4a29b57ff08057a8930c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking quotes for a Medical Courier Service under solicitation number 36C24725Q0074, specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The contract will cover courier operations to various clinics in Georgia and South Carolina, with a base period of performance starting December 28, 2024, and four optional one-year renewals. This service is critical for the timely and secure transportation of medical items, including laboratory specimens and pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Interested offerors must submit their quotes by November 27, 2024, and direct any inquiries to Contracting Officer Sheryl Harris at sheryl.harris5@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SHERYL HARRISCONTRACTING OFFICER
    email only
    sheryl.harris5@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24725Q0074.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking quotes for a Medical Courier Service under solicitation number 36C24725Q0074. This contract is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and will cover courier operations to various clinics in Georgia and South Carolina. The base period of performance is for one year, starting December 28, 2024, with four optional one-year renewals. Contractors must provide reliable transportation for medical items, including laboratory specimens and pharmaceuticals, with strict adherence to regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include timely pick-ups, maintaining confidentiality, and compliance with safety and quality standards. The service requires daily operations from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, excluding federal holidays, with additional STAT deliveries as required. Interested offerors must submit their quotes by November 27, 2024, and are encouraged to review the solicitation documents for detailed requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission procedures. The contracting office is located in Dublin, GA, with the service primarily performed at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, SC. This procurement reflects the VA's commitment to ensuring timely and efficient medical transportation services.
    WAGE DETERMINATIONS.docx
    The document outlines Wage Determination No. 2015-4427, pertaining to the Service Contract Act, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. It stipulates minimum wage rates for various occupations in South Carolina, particularly in Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester Counties, with specific focus on wages based on Executive Orders 14026 and 13658. The minimum wage for contracts effective after January 30, 2022, is set at $17.20 per hour, while older contracts not renewed after this date require at least $12.90. Detailed wage rates for numerous job classifications, including clerical, automotive, and healthcare roles, are provided along with minimum required fringe benefits. Additionally, the document explains contractor responsibilities under the Executive Order regarding paid leave and specifies processes for conforming additional classifications for unlisted jobs. It emphasizes the importance of compliance with these wage determinations in federal contracting contexts, ensuring that workers receive fair compensation and benefits. The summary serves to inform stakeholders about wage compliance as it relates to government-funded contracts, highlighting critical wage rates and contractor obligations in South Carolina.
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