R602--Courier Services -RFQ Questions due 02/03; closing 02/13
ID: 36C24725Q0337Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, 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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8f7e275c929d42daa4832b7d75151c58/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotations for courier services at the W.J.B. Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia, South Carolina, under solicitation number 36C24725Q0337. The contract, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), requires the transportation of medical supplies, medications, and staff, including the capability to handle hazardous materials and occasional patient transport. This service is critical for maintaining efficient medical operations for veterans, with a base performance period from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, and four optional renewal years. Interested offerors must submit their written quotations by February 13, 2025, and direct any inquiries to Contract Specialist Monica Reed via email by February 3, 2025.

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    Monica ReedContract Specialist
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    Monica.Reed@va.gov
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    36C24725Q0337.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotations for courier services at the W.J.B. Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia, South Carolina. This solicitation, numbered 36C24725Q0337, is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), requiring offerors to be registered in Veterans Small Business Certification (VetCert) and SAM at the time of submission. The service includes transporting medical supplies, medications, and staff within designated radius ranges, with a base performance period from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, and four optional renewal years. Offerors must submit written quotations by February 13, 2025, with all queries directed to the Contract Specialist via email by February 3, 2025. The contractor must provide 24/7 coverage and be certified to transport hazardous materials. Additionally, the document details extensive operational requirements including quality control, security compliance, invoicing procedures, and contractor accountability, reflecting the stringent standards of VA contracts. This emphasizes the urgency of compliant and reliable service provision to enhance the medical operations serving veterans.
    36C24725Q0337 0001.docx
    The document outlines an amendment to a previous combined solicitation for courier services issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The solicitation number is 36C24725Q0337, with a response deadline of February 13, 2025. This amendment modifies the Price/Cost Schedule and provides answers to questions from bidders. It specifies that bids must include a unit price based on estimated monthly trips within various distance ranges from the Dorn VA Hospital in Columbia, SC. The contract will cover delivery of medical supplies, medications, patients, and staff. The courier service requirements include transporting HAZMAT and ensuring able-bodied patients are transported when necessary. The contract operates on a base period from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026, with multiple option years thereafter. Key points include a specific response protocol for offers, emphasizing acknowledgment of receipt of this amendment. The document maintains the standards and regulations typical in government RFPs, reinforcing the VA's commitment to efficient service delivery while retaining compliance with procurement guidelines.
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