R602--Armored Car Services for Marion VA Medical Center
ID: 36C25524Q0453Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Armored Car Services (561613)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: COURIER/MESSENGER (R602)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4db494cdca8840ad853f996c89b99ff3/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks reliable armored car services for the Marion VA Medical Center, an essential requirement being the secure transportation of cash and checks between the medical center and two local banks. The VA emphasizes compliance with federal holidays and working hours and the need for efficient, low-complaint services.

    This solicitation outlines a contract with a one-year base period, followed by four optional years, and focuses on the experience and reliability of offerors in the armored car industry. Applicants must hold the necessary licenses and insurance, as outlined in the detailed service requirements. The VA will prioritize the lowest priced, technically acceptable proposals when evaluating applications.

    Key dates in the process include a submission deadline of August 20, 2024, with the contract set to begin in January 2025. Legal clauses encompassing labor laws, cybersecurity, and small business considerations must be acknowledged by the successful vendor.

    The estimated value of the contract is $43 million, with monthly electronic payments expected, and the primary contact for inquiries is Contracting Officer Leslie Ross, accessible via email or phone.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Leslie RossContracting Officer
    (913) 946-1964
    leslie.ross2@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25524Q0453_2.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for armored car services required at the Marion VA Medical Center. The primary objective is to secure a reliable and experienced armored car service provider for transporting cash and other valuables. The chosen vendor will be responsible for providing armed guards and an armored vehicle to facilitate these transfers securely and efficiently. This service is sought for the Marion facility located in Illinois, with the place of performance specified accordingly. The response deadline is strictly set for 10:00 AM Central Time on August 20, 2024, giving potential bidders a concise window of opportunity. Interested parties must submit their proposals by this deadline to be considered. The VA emphasizes the requirement's urgency and expects prompt delivery of services, indicating a potential need for rapid onboarding and service commencement.
    36C25524Q0453.docx
    36C25524Q0453 Armored Car Services Solicitation.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks armored car services for secure cash pickups and deliveries at the Marion VA Medical Center. The primary objective is to transport cash and checks between the medical center and two local banks, ensuring compliance with federal holidays and working hours. The base contract period is one year, with four optional years, emphasizing the need for long-term reliability. The solicitation outlines detailed service requirements, emphasizing the frequency and value of cash transfers. Offerors must demonstrate experience and reliability in the industry and provide evidence of necessary licenses and insurance coverage. Critical to the mission is maintaining a low monthly customer complaint rate. Key dates include a submission deadline of August 20, 2024, with the contract effective from January 2025. The evaluation criterion is based on the lowest price for technically acceptable proposals. This RFP also incorporates numerous legal clauses, primarily related to labor laws, cybersecurity, and small business considerations, which potential vendors must acknowledge and comply with. The estimated contract value is $43 million, with payments processed electronically monthly.
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