R428--INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE SERVICES
ID: 36C24625Q0146Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: INDUSTRIAL HYGIENICS (R428)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5405223aa88c478f82f5e9008cf980a7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for Industrial Hygiene Services, specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The contract will cover a range of services including analytical and technical consulting on indoor air quality, asbestos, lead, and mold assessments, with an initial term of one year starting March 1, 2025, and four additional one-year options. This procurement is crucial for maintaining environmental health and safety standards within VA facilities, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. The total expected award amount is $19 million, and interested contractors must submit their quotes by February 28, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST, with inquiries directed to Contract Specialist Warren A Pennil at warren.pennil@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Warren A PennilContracting Officer
    757-722-9961 Ext 18635
    warren.pennil@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24625Q0146_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6 plans to solicit proposals for Industrial Hygiene Services at the Asheville VA Medical Center in North Carolina. The requirement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under NAICS code 541620, which covers environmental consulting services. The contract will be for a base period plus four options from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026, with a Firm Fixed Price contract type expected. Interested contractors must respond by January 31, 2025, and should monitor SAM.gov for the formal Request for Quote (RFQ), anticipated to be issued around February 3, 2025. Registration in the SAM database and verification through the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification are prerequisite for eligibility. This presolicitation notice outlines the government’s intent to procure comprehensive industrial hygiene services, emphasizing transportation, materials, tools, labor, and technical expertise necessary for compliance with relevant regulations and specifications.
    36C24625Q0146_2.docx
    The Western North Carolina VA Healthcare System is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Industrial Hygiene Services, specifically targeting a set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The contract will be awarded for an initial period of one year, starting March 1, 2025, with four additional one-year options. Services required include analytical and technical consulting on indoor air quality, asbestos, lead, and mold assessments, adhering to the latest industry standards. Contractors must provide necessary personnel and resources for comprehensive monitoring, sampling, and reporting. The document outlines qualifications for personnel, specifies deliverables, and mandates compliance with federal and state regulations. It emphasizes emergency response times, billing procedures, and security protocols when working on VA premises. The expected total award amount is $19 million. This RFP represents a strategic move by the VA to engage specialized contractors in environmental health and safety while supporting veteran-owned businesses, furthering the government's commitment to promoting small businesses in federal contracting.
    36C24625Q0146.docx
    The Hampton Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) is seeking market research for Industrial Hygiene Services at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville, NC. This Sources Sought Notice outlines the need for services related to mold, lead, and asbestos sampling and air monitoring per current standards and regulatory guidance. Essential contractor responsibilities include monitoring indoor air quality for various contaminants and providing laboratory services accredited by the American Industrial Hygiene Association. Contractors must present their capabilities, relevant past experience, and socio-economic status, with a minimum of two references required. The response deadline for interested firms, particularly Service Disabled Veteran Small Businesses, is set for November 6, 2024. The notice emphasizes that this is not a formal solicitation and the government will not compensate for any responses. This procurement aims to ensure a high standard of safety and compliance with health regulations in the medical environment.
    36C24625Q0146 0001.docx
    This document is an amendment to Request for Quotation (RFQ) 36C24625Q0146 issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6. The primary purpose of the amendment is to extend the deadline for submitting quotes from February 24, 2025, to February 28, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. It details the procedure for offerors and bidders to acknowledge receipt of this amendment, emphasizing that failure to acknowledge may result in rejection of their offer. The amendment also refers to administrative changes and maintains that all other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. The structure includes sections for contractor information, communication methods, and specific amendments to the original solicitation. This amendment serves to clarify important procedural adjustments while ensuring that the solicitation process continues transparently and effectively, consistent with government contracting protocols.
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