R602--SPS Courier Services - 5yr IDIQ
ID: 36C24425Q0404Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery Services (492110)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: COURIER/MESSENGER (R602)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide courier services under a five-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, specifically for transporting reusable medical devices between the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center and the Allentown Outpatient Clinic. The procurement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and emphasizes compliance with federal contracting regulations, including maintaining competitive pricing and task order flexibility. This initiative is crucial for ensuring the timely and safe delivery of medical devices, thereby supporting the operational needs of the VA facilities. Interested contractors should contact Contract Specialist Stanley Kwasny at Stanley.Kwasny@va.gov or call 412-822-3754, with completed past performance questionnaires due by March 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Contract SpecialistStanley Kwasny
    (412) 822-3754
    Stanley.Kwasny@va.gov
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    The document serves as a presolicitation notice for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically regarding SPS Courier Services for the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Pennsylvania. It outlines the intent to procure courier services over a 5-year period under an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, designated specifically for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC). The solicitation number is 36C24425Q0404, with responses due by March 11, 2025. Interested parties are advised to monitor the Contract Opportunities website for the full solicitation, expected to be posted on or around March 4, 2025. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for potential bidders. The notice clarifies that it does not obligate the government to award a contract or cover proposal preparation costs, and indicates that any amendments will only be found on the designated website. The primary point of contact for queries is Contract Specialist Stanley Kwasny, who can be reached via email. The notice emphasizes the government’s commitment to transparency and compliance in its procurement processes.
    The document outlines a government procurement solicitation for the provision of Reusable Medical Device (RMD) courier services by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The contract is structured as a five-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) arrangement, with a focus on transporting contaminated and sterile medical devices between the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center and the Allentown Outpatient Clinic. Key details include the solicitation number, effective dates, contractor responsibilities, and wage determination requirements under federal contracting regulations. The contractor must adhere to compliance regulations appropriate for service-disabled veteran-owned and verified veteran-owned small businesses. Given the intent to support small businesses in line with federal mandates, the document emphasizes maintaining competitive pricing and task order flexibility. The price schedule includes residential service rates and outlines the minimum and maximum per-year spending thresholds. Compliance with the limitations on subcontracting is mandated, ensuring service delivery remains primarily under the contractor's purview while promoting local business involvement. This request for proposal highlights the VA's commitment to effective service delivery while encouraging participation from veteran-owned entities.
    The document outlines a government procurement file encompassing federal Requests for Proposals (RFPs), federal grants, and state/local RFPs. It emphasizes the solicitation of proposals for various projects aimed at addressing community needs, infrastructure developments, and grant funding opportunities. The file details requirements for submitting proposals, including eligibility, submission guidelines, and evaluation criteria. Key objectives include promoting transparency in the procurement process, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and fostering competition among bidders to secure the best services for public projects. The document underscores the importance of enhancing public welfare through effective use of government funds while adhering to established guidelines. Overall, the main purpose of the document is to provide a framework for potential contractors and grant recipients to understand the necessary steps to apply for government contracts and funding opportunities., thus ensuring that public resources are allocated efficiently and responsibly.
    The "Past/Present Performance Questionnaire" is part of the solicitation number 36C24425Q0404, focusing on the evaluation of the WB SPS Courier Service contractor. It requires contractors to provide their identification details, including contract number and specifics about the services acquired. Evaluators must fill out their information and assess contractor performance based on three key elements: Quality of Services, Timeliness of Performance, and Business Relations. Each element calls for a narrative description and an adjectival rating ranging from Excellent to Unsatisfactory. The form also seeks to identify the contractor’s overall strengths and weaknesses and whether the evaluator would award future contracts to them. Overall, this questionnaire serves as a structured tool for assessing contractor performance to ensure compliance with federal standards and effective service delivery. The completed forms are to be submitted to the specified contact by the given deadline of March 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST.
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