B533-- DENTAL WATER SAMPLING for VA Sierra Nevada *Total Small Business set-aside Base Year plus four(4) Option Years
ID: 36C26124Q1045Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- WATER QUALITY (B533)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for dental water sampling services at the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System in Reno, Nevada. This procurement is a total small business set-aside and includes a Base Year contract with four option years, focusing on ensuring compliance with CDC and ADA water quality standards, particularly testing for Heterotrophic Bacteria. The contract, valued at approximately $19 million over its duration from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2029, emphasizes the importance of maintaining high health and safety standards in dental services. Interested parties must submit their proposals by September 16, 2024, and can contact Contract Officer John D. Da Silva at John.Dasilva@VA.gov or 925-372-2000 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    JOHN D. DA SILVAContract Officer
    (925) 372-2000
    John.Dasilva@VA.gov
    Files
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    The document comprises a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice regarding a request for proposals (RFP) for dental water sampling services at the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System. The scope encompasses a Base Year contract with four option years, and it is set aside for small businesses as per SBA guidelines. Interested parties must respond by September 16, 2024, and a detailed Statement of Work is referenced in the attached documents, which include the SF 1449 form, past performance surveys, and wage determination details. The contracting office is located in McClellan Park, California, and the contract officer is John D. Da Silva. This solicitation highlights the VA's ongoing efforts to maintain high health and safety standards in its facilities, ensuring compliance with necessary regulations for dental water quality.
    The document outlines a federal procurement process for a contract to provide environmental technician services for dental unit water sampling at the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System in Reno, Nevada. This solicitation is a total small business set-aside with an expected contract value of $19 million over a base year and four option years extending from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2029. The contracted services include the collection of water samples to ensure compliance with CDC and ADA water quality standards, with a specific focus on testing for Heterotrophic Bacteria. Key responsibilities for the contractor include sampling per dental chair, transporting samples under stringent conditions, and sharing test results with relevant facility personnel. The VA is enforcing strict adherence to federal regulations and guidelines, ensuring safety and quality of water used in dental services. The document also highlights essential contractual terms, conditions, and clauses to be incorporated into the resulting agreement. It serves to ensure that all procurement processes align with federal standards while promoting small business participation in government contracts.
    The "Past Performance Survey" is a tool utilized by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to evaluate a company's prior work performance as part of the contracting process. Each reference for a potential contractor is required to complete a separate survey, ensuring confidentiality of the evaluators' identities. The survey collects essential details about the company under review, including contract specifics such as total amount, performance dates, and contract numbers. Evaluators are asked to assess the overall quality of the company's work on a scale ranging from "Excellent" to "Unacceptable" and provide comments regarding any performance issues encountered during the contract. The structured feedback aims to inform the VA's decision-making process in awarding a contract, thereby emphasizing the importance of past performance in assessing company reliability and professionalism within the government contracting landscape.
    The document outlines Wage Determination No. 2015-5641 under the Service Contract Act, highlighting the applicable wage rates and requirements for federal contractors in California's Santa Clara County as of 2024. Contracts awarded post-January 30, 2022, must comply with Executive Order 14026, mandating a minimum wage of $17.20 per hour, while contracts before this date adhere to Executive Order 13658, with a minimum of $12.90 per hour. The document specifies numerous occupational titles with corresponding wage rates, fringe benefits, and notes employee protections under various executive orders. Key benefits include health and welfare allowances, vacation time, and holiday pay. Additional clarifications are provided regarding conformance requests for unlisted job classifications, emphasizing the need for regulatory compliance and accurate wage determination processes based on the tasks performed. The information reinforces the government's commitment to ensuring fair compensation and working conditions for employees under federal contracts, aligning with broader workforce protections within government contracting.
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