Respirator Medical Clearance and Fit Testing - USPS OIG
ID: 6HQOIG-25-A-0003Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

POSTAL SERVICEPOSTAL SERVICESUPPLIES MATERIAL MGMTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19197, USA

NAICS

All Other Outpatient Care Centers (621498)

PSC

MEDICAL- EVALUATION/SCREENING (Q403)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c033b1ab659044779dcdbf9760cba413/view
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    The United States Postal Service (USPS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) is seeking proposals from qualified suppliers to provide Respirator User Medical Clearance and fit testing services for its employees. The procurement aims to deliver comprehensive services, including the administration of the OSHA Respirator User Medical Evaluation Questionnaire, pulmonary function tests, and quantitative respirator fit testing, to ensure compliance with safety regulations. This initiative is critical for maintaining workplace safety across the USPS OIG's 97 locations in the United States, including Hawaii and Puerto Rico. Proposals are due by January 6, 2025, with the anticipated contract period starting on March 24, 2025, and lasting for one year, with four additional one-year options. Interested parties can contact USPS OIG Contracting at contracts@uspsoig.gov for further information.

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    USPS OIG Contracting
    contracts@uspsoig.gov
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    6HQOIG-25-A-0003-001.pdf
    The document pertains to a solicitation amendment issued by the United States Postal Service's Office of Inspector General (USPS OIG) for respirator medical clearance and fit testing services (RFP No. 6HQOIG-25-A-0003). The amendment incorporates changes to the proposal instructions and updates Q&A relevant to the solicitation. The timeframe for the contract spans from March 24, 2025, to March 23, 2026, with proposals due by January 6, 2025. Offerors are required to submit separate documents for administrative, technical, and cost proposals, ensuring clarity in their submissions. Evaluation criteria focus on technical capabilities, including prior experience, scheduling/reporting processes, and availability to service OIG locations. The USPS OIG seeks to award the contract based on the best value, prioritizing superior technical merit over the lowest cost. The document outlines procedures for submitting proposals, detailing expectations for both onsite and remote testing capabilities. Furthermore, questions from potential respondents have been addressed, confirming details about the solicitation's requirements and clarifying expectations for service delivery. This document reflects typical practices in government RFPs, emphasizing rigorous proposal guidelines and evaluation based on predetermined criteria.
    6HQOIG-25-A-0003.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the United States Postal Service (USPS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) for respirator fit testing and related services. It is anticipated that a firm-fixed price ordering agreement will be awarded post-evaluation of proposals. The RFP includes various components, such as a Statement of Work and contract clauses, and specifies a contract period of one year with four one-year options, beginning on March 24, 2025. Proposals must adhere to detailed submission instructions and evaluation criteria outlined in the attachments, emphasizing the importance of compliance with small, minority, and woman-owned business subcontracting requirements for contracts exceeding $1 million. The document emphasizes the need for technical validation through demonstrations and mutual obligations during the contract, such as reporting and compliance with privacy regulations. It also covers payment structures, breach notifications, and potential contract terminations for various reasons. Overall, this RFP exemplifies the USPS's commitment to ensuring safety and accountability through structured proposals and the acquisition of essential testing services.
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