KALA NON-HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL via AIR TRANSPOR
ID: 140P8225Q0009Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEPWR HONO MABO(82000)HONOLULU, HI, 96850, USA

NAICS

Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation (481212)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: AIR FREIGHT (V111)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a881bd8673a348728366edf13330ffab/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide air transportation services for non-hazardous waste disposal at the Kalaupapa National Historical Park in Hawaii. The contractor will be responsible for transporting approximately ten 60-pound trash bales weekly, totaling around 15 tons annually, to an approved landfill or waste-to-energy facility, with services expected to commence on April 10, 2025. This procurement is vital for maintaining environmentally responsible waste management practices within a unique historical context, as the park serves an active community of Hansen’s disease patients. Interested parties must submit their quotes by March 6, 2025, to Lei Yang at lei_yang@nps.gov, and ensure compliance with all federal regulations and registration requirements on SAM.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Yang, Lei
    (671) 688-0187
    lei_yang@nps.gov
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    A05_PWS_Non-Hazardous_Waste_Disposal_via_Air_Transport_0001.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for non-hazardous waste disposal via air transport for the Kalaupapa National Historical Park in Hawaii. The park, home to an active community of Hansen’s disease patients, generates approximately 15 tons of waste annually, with 50% earmarked for recycling, 28% for composting, and 22% for disposal. The National Park Service (NPS) will separate and process waste materials for transport to an approved landfill or waste-to-energy facility. The contractor must provide air transportation services, ensuring all waste bales are collected, processed, and transported twice weekly, ideally on Tuesdays. The contractor is responsible for obtaining necessary permits, licenses, and insurance, as well as maintaining adequate transport equipment. The NPS will supply transportation from the waste collection point to the airport. Moreover, the contractor must ensure personnel comply with local regulations and ensure safety within the park. Contractors must invoice electronically, and payment will be based on the actual weight of disposed waste. This effort reflects the NPS commitment to environmentally responsible waste management within the unique context of a historical and sensitive community.
    Sol_140P8225Q0009_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document outlines a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial air transportation services concerning waste disposal for the Kalaupapa National Historical Park (KALA). The solicitation number is 140P8225Q0009, and it calls for quotes due by April 6, 2025, with performance expected to commence by April 10, 2025. Key tasks include transporting approximately ten 60-lb trash bales weekly, summing up to around 15 tons annually, to an approved landfill or waste facility. The solicitation emphasizes a total small business set-aside, requiring interested entities to provide detailed technical solutions, valid SAM.gov registration, and acknowledgment of amendments. The document specifies evaluation criteria focusing on price, technical capabilities, and past performance quality. Contractors are instructed to submit pricing for three contract line items with a total price reflecting all necessary services. Amendments may alter due dates and detailed service descriptions. Moreover, it highlights the necessity for compliance with specific FAR clauses and mandates that contractors utilize the Department of Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform for payment submissions. Overall, the solicitation emphasizes the government's commitment to outsourcing waste management efficiently while fostering small business participation.
    Sol_140P8225Q0009.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for air transportation services from the Kalaupapa National Historical Park (KALA) in Hawaii for the disposal of non-hazardous waste, specifically trash bales. The government seeks a contractor to provide this service over a performance period from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, with options for four additional years. The contractor will be responsible for transporting approximately ten 60-pound trash bales per week, totaling around 15 tons annually, to an approved landfill or waste-to-energy facility. The solicitation includes detailed submission requirements for bidders, such as active registration on SAM.gov, past performance documentation, and compliance with specific federal regulations. It is set aside for small businesses, emphasizing a commitment to including various small business classifications. The evaluation process will focus on pricing, technical capability, and past performance. Quotes must be submitted by March 6, 2025, to the designated government contact, Lei Yang, with mandatory instructions on how to engage regarding the RFQ. The document reflects standard procedures for federal procurement, particularly in the environmental service sector.
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