The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing a presolicitation for Ambulance Services to support Veterans Health Indiana, including associated Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Indianapolis. The submission deadline for bids is set for March 21, 2025. This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, and the expected contract term is from April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026, with five additional one-year ordering periods. Contractors will be responsible for delivering Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, and Specialty Care Ambulance Services around the clock, primarily within the Veterans Integrated Service Network 10 (VISN 10).
Important details include that the NAICS code for this procurement is 621910, with a size standard of $22.5 million. All solicitation documents will be available electronically on the Federal Business Opportunities website around February 19, 2025, with bidders advised to register for updates. Questions must be submitted in writing no later than February 28, 2025, to designated email addresses. Bids must be submitted in person by the specified deadline at the VA's Network 10 Contracting Office in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
The Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center requires contracted non-emergency ambulance services to provide essential transport for veterans. The contractor will deliver a range of services including stretcher transports, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), and Critical Care Transport (CCT) 24/7. The contract involves providing all necessary vehicles, personnel, and equipment while adhering to federal, state, and local regulations. The five-year contract will commence on April 1, 2025, with a maximum contract value of $27 million, encompassing various pricing schedules for different transport categories.
Key elements include the expectation of timely responses, with specific guidelines for cancellation, wait times, and invoicing procedures utilizing electronic systems. The contractor must ensure compliance with background checks for personnel and maintain high standards for vehicle condition and service quality. The VA has designated specific locations for service use and requires that transports be performed in line with established protocols to ensure the safety and welfare of patients. Overall, this initiative underscores the VA's commitment to enhancing transportation services for the veteran community.