R602--NJ MEDICAL COURIER SERVICES
ID: 36C24224Q0869Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, 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/8d25f3b1e9af43f091d1ac11f402c428/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for Medical Courier Services for the NJ Health Care System, specifically to facilitate the timely and secure transportation of medical equipment, drugs, specimens, and laboratory products between various VA Medical Centers and Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in New Jersey. The contract, structured as a Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), aims to ensure operational efficiency and enhance patient care for veterans by providing scheduled and on-call courier services, including emergency STAT services available 24/7. Interested contractors, particularly those classified as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC), must submit their proposals by October 24, 2024, with the contract expected to commence on November 1, 2024, and run through October 31, 2025, with four optional one-year extensions. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Mariangie Rivera at Mariangie.Rivera@va.gov or by phone at 518-626-6246.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mariangie RiveraContracting Officer
    (518) 626-6246
    Mariangie.Rivera@va.gov
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    36C24224Q0869_1.docx
    The presolicitation notice outlines a request for proposals (RFP) for medical courier services in New Jersey, specifically for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) NJ Health Care System. The contract, identified by solicitation number 36C24224Q0869, is a Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) and is designated for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC). The chosen contractor will be tasked with providing timely transport of essential medical equipment and medications between the East Orange VA Medical Center, Lyons VA Medical Center, Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs), and other medical facilities, adhering to all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. The goal is to enhance healthcare delivery for veterans by ensuring efficient courier operations, as detailed in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). Interested parties must respond by October 24, 2024, for further engagement. The notice emphasizes the importance of reliable courier services in maintaining patient care standards and operational efficiency within the VA healthcare system.
    P09 SOW - NJ MEDICAL COURIER SERVICES.pdf
    The NJ Health Care System - East Orange VA Medical Center is inviting proposals for Medical Courier Services through a Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The core objective is to ensure the timely and secure transportation of medical equipment, drugs, specimens, and laboratory products between VA Medical Centers, Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs), and various healthcare facilities, maintaining adherence to federal, state, and local laws. The contract spans from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025, with four optional one-year extensions. Detailed service requirements include scheduled pickups for laboratory specimens, reusable medical equipment (RME), and pharmaceuticals, with operations scheduled on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Emergency STAT services must be provided on-call, 24/7, requiring rapid response times (15-30 minutes). The contractor must ensure all temperature-sensitive items are adequately protected during transport, employing necessary safety and compliance protocols, including maintaining transport logs and adhering to packaging standards. This request highlights the VA's commitment to operational efficiency and patient care for Veterans, reflecting an ongoing need for reliable medical logistical support within the healthcare system.
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