S205--Sharps Waste Removal Services - Ann Arbor Healthcare System
ID: 36C25025R0032Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Collection (562112)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- TRASH/GARBAGE COLLECTION (S205)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/25980b66e0ee41f5b482698920f92302/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes for Sharps Waste Removal Services for the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center and its associated Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Toledo and Canton, Michigan. The procurement aims to ensure the safe and compliant pickup and disposal of infectious waste, requiring contractors to provide labor, equipment, and adherence to all relevant regulations and health codes. This contract, valued at $47 million, will be structured as a three-year Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) agreement, with a start date of February 1, 2025. Interested contractors should contact Contract Specialist Morgan A Stein at Morgan.Stein@va.gov for further details and to participate in the bidding process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Morgan SteinContract Specialist
    Morgan.Stein@va.gov
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    36C25025R0032_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a presolicitation notice for Sharps Waste Removal Services for the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System and its outreach centers in Toledo and Canton, Michigan. This solicitation, identified by solicitation number 36C25025R0032, seeks quotes for services under NAICS code 562112, which pertains to hazardous waste collection and management, with a size standard of $47 million. The contract is structured as an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) award with a potential ordering period of three years. Interested parties can submit their responses by January 6, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The contracting office overseeing this RFP is located in Kettering, Ohio, and inquiries can be directed to contract specialist Morgan Stein via email. This notice is an integral step in securing essential waste management services for the VA's healthcare facilities, addressing regulatory compliance and safety in medical waste handling.
    36C25025R0032.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Sharps Waste Removal Services for the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, aimed at managing the pickup and disposal of infectious waste. The contract, valued at $47 million, will span three years with multiple ordering periods across several locations, including the Ann Arbor campus and Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Toledo and Canton, Michigan. The contractor is responsible for providing labor, equipment, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations for waste handling, ensuring all processes align with health codes. Services include weekly inspections of sharps containers, scheduled pickups, and proper sanitation procedures. Contractors must adhere to safety protocols, spill reporting, and maintain a clear audit trail for all waste picked up, ensuring proper disposal at licensed facilities. The procurement emphasizes adherence to VA policies, service-disabled veteran-owned small business preferences, and requires a structured payment and invoicing process, focusing on electronic submissions. Overall, this solicitation reflects the VA's commitment to safely managing medical waste while supporting small business participation within federal contracting guidelines.
    Attachment 1 - Past Performance Questionnaire.pdf
    The Past Performance Questionnaire for Sharps Waste Removal in Ann Arbor is part of the solicitation process for reference laboratory testing services (RFQ# 36C25025R0032). It emphasizes the importance of past performance evaluations in assessing potential contractors. The form requires the evaluator to provide detailed information about the offeror’s performance on previous contracts, including ratings on various factors such as IT connectivity, quality of support, turnaround times, and specimen pick-up efficiency. Evaluators must also address specific questions regarding contract performance, including any terminations and notable strengths and weaknesses of the contractor. The final assessment is to conclude whether they would award another contract and certify the information provided. The document serves to facilitate informed decision-making in the federal procurement process by systematically gathering relevant performance data from previous clients.
    Attachment 2 - Service Contract Act WD 2015-4833 REV 26 Eff 7.22.2024.pdf
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