COURIER SERVCE
ID: 36C24525Q0037Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery ServicesT (49211)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: COURIER/MESSENGER (R602)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f556291339ae4ee3a768e7d95336b502/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide 24/7 courier services for the transportation of general and pharmacy supplies between the Huntington VA Medical Center in West Virginia and the Tri-State area, including the Prestonsburg Community Based Outpatient Clinic. The anticipated contract will be a single firm-fixed price agreement, commencing with a base period from November 1, 2024, to October 30, 2025, with options for four additional years. This service is crucial for ensuring timely delivery of essential supplies to support veterans' healthcare needs while adhering to stringent security and privacy regulations, including HIPAA and the Privacy Act. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by October 17, 2024, to Jennifer Elkins at jennifer.elkins2@va.gov, as this notice serves as a preliminary step in the acquisition process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer Elkins
    30442967555401
    jennifer.elkins2@va.gov
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    RFI 36C24525Q0037.docx
    The Hershel Woody Williams VA Medical Center has issued a Sources Sought Notice for courier services, specifically aimed at exploring the capabilities of potential contractors to facilitate transportation of general and pharmacy supplies between the Tri-State area and the Huntington VA Medical Center. The desired service should ensure 24/7 availability, with a contract period scheduled from November 1, 2024, through October 30, 2025. Interested contractors must respond by October 17, 2024, providing a capability statement via email to the designated contract specialist. The document outlines key requirements regarding the operations of the courier service, and mandates compliance with various security and privacy directives, including HIPAA and the Privacy Act. Contractors must adhere to stringent data security measures to protect sensitive information related to veterans. The notice serves as a market research tool to inform the government’s acquisition strategy and does not constitute a formal solicitation. By collecting responses, the government aims to identify viable sources for potential future requests for quotes (RFQs). This process underscores a proactive approach to enhancing service delivery while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and standards.
    RFI 36C24525Q0037 IDIQ.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking contractors for 24/7 courier services to transport general and pharmacy supplies between Huntington, WV, and the Tri-State area, including the Prestonsburg Community Based Outpatient Clinic. This Sources Sought Notice aims to gather information about potential contractors' capabilities to inform the government’s acquisition strategy. A single firm-fixed price contract is anticipated, starting with a base period from November 2024 to October 2025, with options for four additional years. Interested parties are encouraged to submit capability statements by October 17, 2024. The document outlines specific service requirements, security measures, and compliance standards necessary for any contractor engaged in the service, including adherence to privacy laws and data security when handling sensitive information. Contractors must ensure appropriate training for access to VA information and are responsible for all direct costs related to the service. This notice serves as a preliminary step before a formal request for quotes (RFQ), ensuring that the government understands the market and capabilities available for these essential services.
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