Q901--Controlled Substance Waste Drug Disposal
ID: 36C26325Q0438Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (562211)

PSC

HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANING (Q901)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ca9a1c2b7b8d4f6c8f263aff8644bea3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors for the Controlled Substance Waste Drug Disposal services at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. The primary objectives of this procurement include the prevention of diversion, proper disposal of controlled substances, and the turn-key removal and replacement of waste containers, with a contract duration from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, and the potential for four additional one-year extensions. This initiative underscores the critical need for specialized services that comply with federal regulations, ensuring the secure and environmentally responsible disposal of hazardous waste in healthcare settings. Interested firms must respond to the Sources Sought Notice by February 13, 2025, demonstrating their qualifications and capabilities to the designated Contract Specialist, Cameron Rick, at cameron.rick@va.gov or by phone at 651-293-3036.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cameron RickContract Specialist
    (651) 293-3036
    cameron.rick@va.gov
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    36C26325Q0438_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs issued a Sources Sought Notice seeking capabilities for Controlled Substance Waste Drug Disposal Services for the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. This notice is not a solicitation but a call for information to assess market capabilities before potentially issuing a solicitation. Interested firms must respond by February 13, 2025, demonstrating their qualifications, including their unique entity identification (UEI), experience, and relevant agreements with manufacturers. The applicable NAICS code is 562211, focusing on hazardous waste treatment and disposal. Small business subcontracting limitations apply, requiring that 50% of contract performance costs must be incurred by the company’s own employees. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to ensuring proper disposal of controlled substances while adhering to federal regulations related to contract acquisition. All submitted information is for government use only and must comply with relevant regulatory standards. Responses should be directed to the designated contract specialist, Cameron Rick.
    SOW Final.docx
    The government document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a contract titled "Controlled Substance Removal MVAMC," aimed at managing the disposal of controlled substances at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. The primary objectives of this contract include diversion prevention, proper disposal, and turn-key removal/replacement of waste containers. The contract will run from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, with the possibility of four additional one-year extensions. Key requirements involve the provision of 64 DEA-approved one-way containers, monthly service for container exchange, and assured witnessed destruction of controlled substances. Each container will utilize an anti-diversion chemical to render substances unusable. The contractor must install locking brackets and ensure the secure removal of waste, adhering to various regulatory standards including those from the DEA and EPA. Additionally, the contractor is charged with providing training to VA staff and maintaining accurate logs of waste pickup. This document underscores the importance of compliance and security in the disposal process of controlled substances within federal healthcare facilities, emphasizing the need for specialized services to meet evolving clinical demands and regulatory requirements.
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