V225--BC Ambulance Services
ID: 36C25024B0042Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, USA

NAICS

Ambulance Services (621910)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: AMBULANCE (V225)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for contracted ambulance services to support the Battle Creek VA Medical Center and its affiliated clinics. The procurement includes the provision of Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Critical Care Transport (CCT) services, requiring the contractor to deliver these services 24/7 while adhering to all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to ensuring essential medical transportation for veterans, with a contract duration of five years, from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, and an estimated total value of up to $22.5 million. Interested parties should contact Contracting Specialist Janel N Tate-Montgomery at janel.tate-montgomery@va.gov for further details.

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    Kristina L. PeartContracting Officer
    Contract Specialist
    Janel Tate
    Kristina.Peart@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a presolicitation notice for ambulance services at the Battle Creek VA Medical Center in Michigan. An Invitation for Bid (IFB) will be released around February 26, 2025, for a contract to provide 24/7 Basic and Advanced Life Support ambulance services to the healthcare system and its community-based outpatient clinics. The procurement is unrestricted, with a contract duration from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, followed by five additional one-year ordering periods. The relevant NAICS code is 621910, indicating ambulance services, with an associated size standard of $22.5 million. The government expects to award a Firm Fixed Price contract within 180 days of receiving bids. Interested contractors must register on the Federal Business Opportunities website, where all solicitation documents will be available. Bids must be submitted in person at the designated office by March 28, 2025, with queries directed to specified emails by March 7, 2025. This presolicitation reflects the VA's commitment to securing vital emergency medical services for veterans in the region.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for contracted ambulance transportation services for the Battle Creek VA Medical Center and its affiliated clinics. The contract entails providing Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Critical Care Transport (CCT) services, along with necessary vehicles, personnel, and equipment. The contractor is required to deliver such services 24/7 while complying with federal, state, and local regulations. The contract will run for five years, from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, with a total estimated pricing of up to $22.5 million, with specific services budgeted under various line items. The contractor must utilize the VetRide Vendor Portal for scheduling and invoicing, maintain qualified personnel, and ensure all transport protocols prioritize patient welfare. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for incident reporting, invoicing procedures, and adhering to performance standards, including timely response for transportation requests. This RFP illustrates the government’s commitment to providing essential medical transportation services to veterans, ensuring that proper care and operational protocols are in place for effective service delivery.
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