Snyder House Security Guards: Philadelphia VAMC
ID: 36C24425Q0047Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- GUARD (S206)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fdd932651fca4c6793ead7caa65fd37b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for security guard services at the Snyder House located within the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The contract requires the provision of unarmed security personnel 24/7 over a five-year period, totaling 17,520 hours annually, with staffing divided among six guards. This procurement is critical for ensuring the safety and security of veterans' facilities, while also promoting participation from service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Interested contractors should contact Ralph Mielnik at ralph.mielnik@va.gov or Shea Matthews at shea.matthews@va.gov for further details, and must comply with wage determinations and other regulatory requirements outlined in the associated documents.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ralph Mielnik
    ralph.mielnik@va.gov
    Shea Matthews
    shea.matthews@va.gov
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    36C24425Q0047 RFQ Synder House Security Services.pdf
    The document outlines a federal solicitation for security guard services at the Philadelphia Veteran Affairs Medical Center's Snyder House. This request for proposal (RFP) seeks a contractor to provide unarmed security personnel continuously, 24/7, over a five-year period. Any awarded contract will detail the responsibilities of the contractor, including staffing requirements for a total of 17,520 hours annually split among six guards for various shifts. The proposal highlights the need for qualified personnel, emphasizing experience, licensing, and psychological evaluations, adhering to VA regulations and Pennsylvania laws. Key provisions involve a supervisor’s oversight, training requirements, daily duties such as patrols and incident documentation, and adherence to safety protocols. It stipulates that contractors must use government-furnished property responsibly, assure personnel are properly uniformed, and comply with electronic payment processes. Notably, the contract is set aside for small businesses, with specific considerations for service-disabled veteran-owned enterprises. This acquisition reflects federal efforts to ensure the safety and security of veterans’ facilities while promoting small business participation in government contracting.
    WD 2015-4233 Rev. 30 07.22.2024.txt
    The document outlines Wage Determination No. 2015-4233 from the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the Service Contract Act, primarily for contracts in Pennsylvania's Delaware and Philadelphia Counties. It establishes minimum wage requirements based on Executive Orders 14026 and 13658 for contracts initiated or renewed after specified dates in 2022. Employees must be paid at least $17.20 or $12.90 per hour accordingly, with annual reviews of wage rates. The document lists numerous occupations with corresponding wage rates, outlining fringe benefits such as health and welfare, vacation, and paid holidays that contractors must provide. It also refers to compliance mechanisms for unlisted job classifications, specifying a conformance process for wage rates. Furthermore, it details protections for employees, including sick leave mandates under Executive Order 13706 and the stipulation that uniform costs should not lower wages below determined rates. The comprehensive structure supports the goal of ensuring fair compensation for federal contract workers while providing guidance for compliance related to various job classifications in Pennsylvania, reflecting the federal government’s commitment to worker protections in public contracting.
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