Special mode transportation
ID: 36C25524Q0377_0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Special Needs Transportation (485991)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: OTHER (V129)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/45217b7ebe7145358177993a53cfb982/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide Special Mode Transportation services, specifically ambulatory non-emergent hired car and wheelchair transportation for beneficiaries of the Eastern Kansas Health Care System (EKHCS). The procurement aims to ensure reliable transportation services that cater to the unique needs of veterans, emphasizing the importance of accessibility in healthcare. Interested parties should note that the Request for Quotation (RFQ) closes on September 16, 2024, at 1500 Central Time, and are encouraged to direct inquiries to Steve Parrott at Stephen.Parrott@va.gov for further clarification on the bidding process and requirements.

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    Steve Parrott
    Stephen.Parrott@va.gov
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    36C25524Q0377 0001.pdf
    The document outlines an amendment to a Request for Quotation (RFQ) regarding Special Mode Transportation Services for the beneficiaries of the Eastern Kansas Health Care System (EKHCS) under the Department of Veterans Affairs. The RFQ is amended to address inquiries and suggestions from potential offerors while confirming details such as the submission deadline of September 16, 2024, at 1500 Central Time. Key clarifications include the definition of "Taxi" transportation services, bidding procedures for the pricing schedule, and specifications regarding billing practices for waiting time. Several suggestions were considered but ultimately not implemented, including the addition of a clinical line item for attendant services and modifications to language concerning non-emergency medical transportation requirements. The amendment also specifies that there are eleven Federal holidays recognized for service billing purposes. Overall, the document serves to ensure clarity and compliance while guiding contractors in the federal procurement process, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging receipt of amendments and adhering to set guidelines.
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