Bulk Rock Salt Deliveries Winter 2024-2025 Season - Lebanon VAMC
ID: 36C24425Q0014Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (325998)

PSC

CHEMICALS (6810)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a contractor to supply and deliver bulk rock salt for the Lebanon VA Medical Center during the 2024-2025 winter season. The procurement requires the delivery of rock salt in 25-ton increments to support facility maintenance across campus grounds, roads, and sidewalks, ensuring safety and accessibility during winter weather conditions. This total small business set-aside opportunity emphasizes the government's commitment to engaging small enterprises while adhering to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) for compliance and quality assurance. Interested parties can contact Olivia Osborne at olivia.osborne@va.gov or Andrea Aultman-Smith at andrea.aultman-smith@va.gov for further details regarding the solicitation process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Olivia Osborne
    olivia.osborne@va.gov
    Andrea Aultman-Smith, Contracting Officer
    andrea.aultman-smith@va.gov
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    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the provision of bulk rock salt, identified as RFQ ID 36C24425Q0014. The contractor is required to deliver 25-ton increments of bulk rock salt to a designated salt shed in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, over a contract period of one year, with no specified order discount. The quantity requested totals 62,500 units, likely aligning with annual operational or maintenance needs. The RFQ includes standard information such as contract period, delivery address, NAICS codes, and product descriptions without direct pricing strategies or competitive bidding details. The primary focus is on ensuring a reliable supply of rock salt for winter maintenance, indicating a public sector emphasis on safety and serviceability within the region. Overall, this document exemplifies typical procedures used in government procurement processes while emphasizing operational continuity for essential services.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the supply and delivery of bulk rock salt for the Lebanon VA Medical Center, specifically for the 2024-2025 winter season. This procurement is classified as a total set-aside for small businesses, emphasizing the government's commitment to supporting small enterprises. The contractor is required to deliver rock salt in 25-ton increments and comply with specified quality requirements, including effective deicing capabilities at temperatures as low as -10 degrees Fahrenheit. Delivery must occur within three business days after an order is placed, with all items shipped to the Lebanon VA Medical Center's location. Key contractual elements include mandatory compliance with relevant Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) clauses, including payment terms, inspection rights, and conditions for rejection of nonconforming goods. The document also details contractor responsibilities regarding insurance, liability, and the proper submission of invoices electronically. The contract is designed to ensure timely and effective responses to the VA's needs, emphasizing the importance of maintaining safety and accessibility on medical campus grounds during different weather conditions. Overall, this RFP illustrates how federal agencies engage with small businesses while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks in public procurements.
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