Q522--Mobile MRI Services Iron Mountain VAMC 1 year base period 1 year option
ID: 36C25224Q0428Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Diagnostic Imaging Centers (621512)

PSC

MEDICAL- RADIOLOGY (Q522)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6e47044d0391463b8ef04cde39866b79/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide mobile MRI services at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, Michigan. The contractor will be responsible for delivering all necessary management, labor, equipment, and supplies, including a mobile MRI unit, while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This procurement is particularly significant as it aims to enhance healthcare services for veterans, with a contract value of approximately $19 million for a one-year base period, plus an option for an additional year. Interested parties should contact Carrie A. Deswarte at carrie.deswarte@va.gov for further details, with the anticipated period of performance starting on October 1, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Carrie A DeswarteContract Specialist
    carrie.deswarte@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25224Q0428_1.docx
    The presolicitation notice outlines the anticipated procurement of mobile MRI services for the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, Michigan. This contract, intended for a one-year base period with an optional one-year extension, requires the contractor to provide management, labor, equipment, and maintenance for all mobile Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) services. The notice specifies a performance period from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025, with a possible extension to September 30, 2026. The contract is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) and falls under NAICS code 621512. Proposals are due by September 20, 2024, at 11:00 AM Central Time. The goal is to ensure the delivery of high-quality MRI services while maintaining necessary compliance and operational standards in support of the VA's healthcare initiatives.
    36C25224Q0428_2.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for Mobile MRI Services at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, MI. This procurement is set as a total small business set-aside and specifically targets Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The contract, valued at approximately $19 million, covers a one-year period with an option for a second year. The contractor is required to provide all necessary management, labor, equipment, and supplies, ensuring compliance with various standards in a mobile container that will be stationed at the VA facility. The contract includes detailed requirements for the mobile MRI unit, including specifications for the MRI machine, maintenance, and staff qualifications. Key expectations include maintaining a minimum 95% operational uptime of equipment, appropriate staffing with certified MRI technologists, and adherence to stringent safety and quality standards. The contract emphasizes the importance of proper patient care, compliance with HIPAA for patient information confidentiality, and the necessity for contractor personnel to undergo background checks and necessary training. Overall, this RFP exemplifies the VA's commitment to a high standard of care for veterans while fostering opportunities for small businesses owned by veterans, thus aligning with broader federal procurement policies promoting inclusivity.
    36C25224Q0428.docx
    S02 - ATTACHMENT 1 - WDOL No. 2015-4919 REV 27 7-22-2024.pdf
    The document serves as a Wage Determination under the Service Contract Act, specifically Wage Determination No. 2015-4919, Revision No. 27, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. It outlines minimum wage rates for various occupations in designated counties within Wisconsin, influenced by Executive Orders 14026 and 13658. Contracts awarded or extended post-January 30, 2022, must pay covered workers at least $17.20 per hour, while those awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, maintain a rate of $12.90 unless higher wages are stipulated in this determination. The document details specific wage rates for numerous job classifications ranging from administrative and automotive to health occupations, along with fringe benefits that include health, welfare, vacation, and sick leave requirements. Occupational classifications also note certain exemptions and conformance processes for unlisted jobs, emphasizing compliance with health and safety regulations for workers involved in hazardous duties. It highlights the government's commitment to fair labor standards and worker protections, underpinning requirements for contractors engaged in federal service contracts, which is vital for maintaining workforce welfare and legal adherence.
    S02 ATTACHMENT 2 - Contractor Certification Immigation and Nationality Act.docx
    The Contractor Certification regarding the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 mandates that contractors for the Department of Veterans Affairs ensure compliance with U.S. immigration laws, particularly concerning non-immigrant foreign nationals. Contractors must not knowingly employ individuals who lack legal status and must adhere to the E-Verify requirements as stipulated by Executive Order 12989 and federal regulations. Failure to comply may lead to the prohibition of the concerned foreign national from working on VA-related services and could result in contract termination for breach of these requirements. Additionally, contractors are obligated to obtain similar certifications from their subcontractors. This certification underscores the responsibility of contractors in maintaining a lawful workforce while supporting the VA's mission.
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