R428--Asbestos Abatement Inspection, Monitoring, and Third Party Certification at VA Caribbean Healthcare System (VACHS)
ID: 36C24825Q0340Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: INDUSTRIAL HYGIENICS (R428)

Set Aside

SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Set-Aside (FAR 19.15) (WOSB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e37d97feeef148a1a5da1a5e65458116/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 8, is seeking quotes for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) focused on asbestos abatement inspection, monitoring, and third-party certification at the VA Caribbean Healthcare System in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The procurement aims to ensure safe environmental practices in healthcare facilities by requiring qualified personnel to conduct inspections, air monitoring, and compliance testing in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA standards. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to maintaining safety standards and preventing environmental hazards during asbestos abatement activities. Interested women-owned small businesses (WOSB) must submit their quotes electronically by February 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM local time, and can direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Baryan Sierra at baryan.sierrapierluissi@va.gov by February 14, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Baryan SierraContracting Officer
    787-641-7582 Ext. 134983
    baryan.sierrapierluissi@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24825Q0340_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) has released a combined synopsis/solicitation seeking quotes for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) focused on asbestos abatement inspection, monitoring, and third-party certification at the VA Caribbean Healthcare System in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The solicitation is exclusively for women-owned small businesses (WOSB), reflecting the commitment to promote diversity in government contracting. The applicable NAICS code is 541620 for Environmental Consulting Services, with a small business threshold of $19 million. The BPA is structured with a one-year base period and two additional one-year options. All quotes must comply with specified federal acquisition regulations and highlight acceptance of the terms and conditions outlined in the solicitation. Interested parties can submit questions via email to the contracting officer, Baryan Sierra, with a deadline for inquiries set for February 14, 2025. Quotes need to be submitted electronically by February 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM local time. There will be no scheduled site visits. This procurement underscores the government's focus on ensuring safe environmental practices in its healthcare facilities while fostering opportunities for small businesses in the sector.
    S02 Attachments B_C_D_E for RFQ 36C24825Q0340_Asbestos Certification_6 Feb 2025.docx
    The document outlines a Combined Synopsis-Solicitation for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide "Asbestos Abatement Inspection, Monitoring, and Third Party Certification" at the VA Caribbean Healthcare System. The BPA includes all necessary personnel, equipment, and services required for non-personal services, with the BPA holder accountable solely to the government, as specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The contract spans a base year from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, with two optional yearly extensions. The BPA holder is responsible for ensuring safe abatement processes by conducting inspections, air monitoring, and compliance testing, with strict adherence to local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA standards. The main emphasis is on maintaining safety standards and preventing environmental hazards during asbestos abatement activities. In addition to specific requirements for personnel qualifications, health safety protocols, and performance standards, the BPA stipulates an arrangement for providing timely analysis and reporting on air quality and safety inspections. The completion of this project underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring a safe healthcare environment while adhering to regulatory compliance.
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