Medical Waste Disposal and Transportation 35TH MDSS SGSM, MISAWA Air Base, Japan
ID: HT941025Q2034Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, USA

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Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (562211)

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HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANING (Q901)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency, is seeking contractors to provide medical waste disposal and transportation services at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The procurement requires contractors to safely collect, transport, and dispose of medical waste from the Misawa Hospital, adhering to Japanese laws and the Japan Environmental Governing Standards (JEGS), while ensuring proper storage, incineration, and documentation of waste management. This service is critical for maintaining health and safety standards, particularly during crises, and requires contractors to be prepared for immediate operational readiness. Interested parties must submit their quotes electronically by March 4, 2025, with the contract performance period extending from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2030. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Raphael Badagbor at raphael.k.badagbor.civ@health.mil or Gilberto Esteves at gilberto.a.esteves.civ@health.mil.

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    The document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the Defense Health Agency for commercial non-personal services related to Medical Waste Disposal and Transportation at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The RFQ, numbered HT941025Q2034, seeks quotes from contractors capable of providing these services in compliance with Japanese regulations and the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The contract will have a base period followed by four option periods and may extend for an additional six months, totaling a performance period from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2030. Key requirements include the provision of labor, equipment, materials, and personal protective equipment necessary for the task. Contractors must submit their quotes electronically by March 4, 2025, adhering to formatting and content requirements, including a detailed capability statement, past performance references, and pricing in Japanese Yen. The evaluation criteria emphasize technical capability, past performance, and pricing, with past performance being significantly more important than price. The solicitation emphasizes the government’s intention to conduct the evaluation based on initial quotes, allowing for a trade-off between past performance and price, ensuring best value for the government.
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the Medical Waste Disposal and Transportation Service requirements at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The contractor must provide all necessary labor and equipment to safely collect, transport, and dispose of medical waste from the Misawa Hospital in compliance with Japanese laws and the Japan Environmental Governing Standards (JEGS). Key responsibilities include ensuring proper storage, incineration, and documentation of all waste, supported by detailed manifests that track each stage of the waste's journey from collection to disposal. The contractor is also responsible for maintaining valid licenses, managing spills, and ensuring personnel are adequately trained in safety procedures and protective equipment use. The service is recognized as mission-essential during crises, requiring the contractor’s readiness to resume operations immediately. Hours of operation align with the medical group's schedule, and specified pick-up and delivery times are mandatory. This PWS emphasizes stringent safety, environmental compliance, and operational efficiency, reflecting the government’s commitment to responsible medical waste management.
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