V225--ALS, BLS and CCT Ambulance - 528A6 (VA-25-00042747)
ID: 36C24225Q0584Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Ambulance Services (621910)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: AMBULANCE (V225)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bc0370f9a7fe462a84d62e464d73a921/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Critical Care Transport (CCT) ambulance services for the Bath Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Bath, New York. The procurement aims to ensure timely and efficient transportation services for eligible veteran patients, with the contract covering a range of transport needs, including ambulatory services and the capacity for up to four simultaneous transport requests. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to delivering high-quality medical transportation services while adhering to federal, state, and local regulations. Interested vendors must submit their responses by June 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Michelle Harsch at Michelle.Harsch@va.gov or by phone at 716-862-7373.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle HarschContract Specialist
    (716) 862-7373
    Michelle.Harsch@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24225Q0584_1.docx
    The presolicitation notice pertains to a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for ambulance services—Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Critical Care Transport (CCT)—specifically intended for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) under solicitation number 36C24225Q0584. The contract will take place at the Bath VA Medical Center located in Bath, New York (ZIP Code 14810). Interested parties must submit their responses by June 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. The contract is classified under the NAICS code 621910 and the product service code V225, indicating a focus on transportation services for healthcare providers. The RFQ is expected to be released around May 12, 2025. For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact Contract Specialist Michelle Harsch. This presolicitation notice serves as an advance notice to stakeholders regarding upcoming contract opportunities within the VA, demonstrating the agency's commitment to ensuring quality medical transportation services for veterans.
    36C24225Q0584.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for contracted non-emergency ambulance transportation services at the Bath Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) and its associated clinics. Spanning from the award date until July 31, 2026, the contract seeks to provide 24/7 ambulance services, including stretcher transports, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), and Critical Care Transport (CCT). The selected contractor must ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, providing appropriately licensed personnel, equipment, and management. Key elements of the contract highlight the importance of timely response and transportation of eligible veteran beneficiaries, maintaining patient welfare, safety protocols, and thorough reporting of incidents. The contractor is also required to utilize an approved transportation software for efficient service management and invoicing. Additional stipulations cover quality control, insurance requirements, personnel security protocols, and adherence to infection control measures. This RFP underscores the VA’s commitment to providing high-quality medical transportation services, ensuring effective and reliable care for veterans while adhering to regulatory standards and best practices in healthcare service delivery.
    36C24225Q0584 0001.pdf
    This document pertains to Amendment 0001 of a solicitation for transportation services issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), aiming to clarify vendor inquiries regarding service requirements. The amendment addresses the need for contractors to deliver transportation services for eligible Veteran patients, including ambulatory services for various levels of care, with provisions for up to four simultaneous transport requests. It highlights that the VA may engage alternative providers if the awarded contractor cannot fulfill orders due to insufficient resources. Key questions responded to in the amendment cover anticipated transportation volumes, current provider status, and the desired service model, emphasizing that existing capabilities should accommodate various patient transport needs, not limited to higher-tier care. Overall, the amendment aims to ensure vendors understand the scope of services, anticipated demand, and operational protocols while affirming all existing terms remain unchanged.
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