This document is an amendment to a previous combined solicitation, 36C25926Q0087, for DEA Hazardous Drug Waste Removal and Disposal services for the Eastern Colorado VA Health Care System. The amendment extends the due date for offers to December 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM MT. It also provides answers to submitted questions and includes a revised Statement of Work, both attached as separate documents. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The contracting office is located in Greenwood Village, CO, and the place of performance is the Rocky Mountain Regional Medical Center in Aurora, CO. The point of contact for this solicitation is Contracting Officer Noaa Lanotte.

This amendment to solicitation 36C25926Q0087 extends the deadline for offers for DEA Hazardous Drug Waste Removal and Disposal services for the Eastern Colorado VA Health Care System. The new submission deadline is December 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM MST. The solicitation is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 19, with Noaa Lanotte as the point of contact. The place of performance is the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center in Aurora, CO.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) 36C25926Q0087 for DEA Hazardous Drug Waste Removal and Disposal services for the Eastern Colorado VA Health Care System. This unrestricted solicitation, under NAICS code 562112, seeks a contractor for a base year and four option years, with an estimated period of performance from December 2025 to December 2030. Quotes are due by November 26, 2025, 2:00 PM MT, to Noaa.Lanotte@va.gov. Questions must be submitted by November 18, 2025, 10:00 AM MT. Award will be a firm-fixed-price contract based on technical capability, past performance, and price, with an “All or Nothing” basis. Offerors must demonstrate a compliant DEA controlled substance disposal system and adherence to federal and Colorado regulations. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and VAAR clauses, including options for extended services.

The document outlines wage determinations under the Service Contract Act, specifying minimum wage rates for various occupations in Colorado based on contract dates and applicable executive orders, with adjustments expected annually. It includes specific rates for numerous job titles, mandated benefits such as health & welfare and vacation, and details on uniform allowances and the conformance process for unlisted job classifications. Additional provisions related to sick leave, holiday pay, and hazard differentials are also described, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

The "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" outlines the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for contractors in Colorado based on contract awards and revisions, with rates varying by job classification. Contractors entering into agreements post-January 30, 2022, must pay a minimum of $17.75 per hour, while earlier contracts not renewed after the date require $13.30 per hour. Additional regulations include provisions for paid sick leave and fringe benefits, including health and welfare, vacation, and holiday pay requirements for all covered workers.

The document outlines wage determinations under the Service Contract Act, detailing minimum wage requirements for various contract scenarios and occupations in Colorado, with specific rates for 2025 based on recent Executive Orders. It specifies hourly wage minimums for contracts awarded on or after January 30, 2022 ($17.75) and for those awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022 ($13.30), along with benefits such as paid sick leave, health and welfare contributions, and vacation. Additionally, it includes requirements for contractor compliance, classification processes for unlisted job titles, and various wage contributions for specific occupations and demographics.

This document outlines questions and answers regarding a government contract for hazardous drug waste disposal services, likely a follow-on requirement to Contract 36C25925P0129, currently held by Stericycle Inc. Key aspects include weekly pickups at RMRVAMC for all containers, fixed monthly pricing without minimum charges or separate rates for urgent/off-hours pickups, and the requirement for the contractor to provide a one-for-one swap of containers while maintaining a surplus inventory. The contractor must hold their own DEA registrations and is responsible for all remediation costs for releases not due to VA fault. Functionally equivalent DEA drug deactivation systems are acceptable, and container security hardware becomes government property upon installation. Disposal costs, manifesting/e-Manifest fees, and certificates of destruction must be built into the base unit pricing. The contractor needs to submit a specification sheet for any disposal brand for review. The revised Statement of Work reflects 54 locations and containers, with specific pickup frequencies.

This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide comprehensive services for the removal and disposal of Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Schedule Controlled pharmaceutical wastes at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Eastern Colorado Healthcare System (ECHCS). The contractor must supply secured containers, manage installation, removal, replacement, packaging, shipping, and incineration of these hazardous drugs. The system must securely fit into existing infrastructure without modifications, feature a one-way disposal path, and include a deactivation agent to prevent drug diversion. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary licenses and permits, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including RCRA and Universal Waste guidelines. Key responsibilities include compliant collection and transfer of wastes from satellite to central accumulation points, proper containerization, and assuming all safety measures. The contractor must also provide extensive documentation, including manifests, disposal certificates, and an annual waste shipment report. Weekly pickups are required at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, with other ECHCS clinics serviced monthly or quarterly. All contractor personnel must possess PIV cards and appropriate training, with stringent protocols for safety, environmental protection, and remediation of any spills.

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide comprehensive services for the removal and disposal of DEA Schedule Controlled pharmaceutical wastes at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Eastern Colorado Healthcare System (ECHCS). The contractor will be responsible for providing secured containers, installation, removal, replacement, packaging, shipping, and incineration of these hazardous drugs in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including RCRA. Key requirements include a secure disposal system with a one-way path and deactivating agents, adherence to strict documentation and manifest procedures, and obtaining necessary licenses and permits. The contractor must coordinate pickups with VA staff, maintain cleanliness, and assume full responsibility for any spills or incidents. Services will be performed at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center and several outpatient clinics within the ECHCS, with specific locations and container quantities detailed.