Q301--X-Ray/CT/MRI Compliance Testing - IC
ID: 36C26325Q0066Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3c53eebd6b0944f5993fac1068e2b69a/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotes for engineering services related to X-Ray, CT, and MRI compliance testing at the Iowa City VA Health Care System. This procurement is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and aims to ensure compliance with medical imaging technologies, which are critical for patient care and safety. The contract, valued at approximately $19 million, will cover a base period from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025, with the option for four additional one-year renewals. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by December 27, 2024, and direct any technical inquiries to Contracting Specialist Evan Beachy at evan.beachy@va.gov by October 27, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Evan BeachyContracting Specialist
    (319) 688-3629
    evan.beachy@va.gov
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    36C26325Q0066_1.docx
    The solicitation notice outlines a procurement process for engineering services at the Iowa City VA Health Care System, specifically focusing on X-Ray, CT, and MRI compliance testing. Issued under solicitation number 36C26325Q0066, it is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a firm fixed-price contract to cover services from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025, with the option for four additional one-year renewals. Interested contractors must submit their quotes via email by December 27, 2024, and ensure they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. Technical inquiries should be directed to the contracting specialist, Evan Beachy, by the deadline of October 27, 2024. The procurement adheres to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions and clauses specific to commercial item solicitations. The notice emphasizes the importance of complete and timely submissions to meet government standards and regulations, ensuring that awarded services will meet compliance requirements for medical imaging technologies.
    P07 Wage Determination 2015-4983 Johnson County.pdf
    This document serves as the Wage Determination under the Service Contract Act by the U.S. Department of Labor, outlining minimum wage requirements for federal contract workers in Iowa’s Johnson and Washington counties. It specifies that contracts initiated or renewed after January 30, 2022, must pay workers at least $17.20 per hour, while those awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, must pay at least $12.90 per hour, unless a higher rate applies. Various occupations are listed with corresponding wage rates, including administrative, automotive, health, food service, and instructional roles, along with additional benefits such as sick leave and vacation. The assessment details employer obligations under federal executive orders related to wage and labor standards, including necessary adjustments to minimum wage rates annually. Specific job classifications may require additional wage requests through a formal conformance process to ensure fair compensation. This overview reflects the government’s efforts to enforce labor standards in contracting, highlighting essential pathways and guidelines for compliance, ultimately aimed at protecting workers’ rights and establishing fair wage practices.
    S02. RFQ 36C26325Q0066.pdf
    This document details a government solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs for compliance testing services for various imaging modalities, including X-Ray, Dental X-Ray, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, CT, PET/CT, and MRI at the Iowa City VA Health Care System. The contract is valued at approximately $19 million, with a base period from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025, and four one-year renewal options. The contractor must meet specific qualifications, including employing a certified Medical Physicist and ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards. The document outlines the responsibilities of both the contractor and the government, including adherence to security, documentation, invoicing, and records management requirements. The contract specifies a delivery address, payment terms, and the need for detailed reports after testing, highlighting the emphasis on maintaining high standards in medical imaging services. Additionally, it incorporates clauses related to federal acquisition policies, such as dispute resolution and compliance with laws. Overall, the solicitation reflects the government's commitment to ensuring qualifying service delivery while fostering opportunities for small and minority-owned businesses.
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