H266--Inspection & Certification of Biological Safety Cabinets, Laboratory Hoods, Pharmacy Clean/Ante Rooms, and Specialized Room Ventilation Systems
ID: 36C25924Q0812Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259)Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (H266)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/077a68318c98404aa16bbb2a66c07348/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the inspection and certification of biological safety cabinets, laboratory hoods, pharmacy clean/ante rooms, and specialized room ventilation systems at the Eastern Colorado Health Care System in Aurora, Colorado. The procurement aims to ensure compliance with safety standards such as ANSI-ASHRAE 110, OSHA, and USP regulations, thereby maintaining a safe environment for medical personnel. This contract includes ongoing testing and certification requirements, with quotes due by September 19, 2024, at 10:00 am MT, and will be evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, and price. Interested parties should submit their quotes electronically to Contract Specialist Noaa Lanotte at Noaa.Lanotte@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Noaa LanotteContract Specialist
    (303) 712-5794
    Noaa.Lanotte@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25924Q0812.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the inspection and certification of biological safety cabinets, laboratory hoods, pharmacy clean/ante rooms, and specialized room ventilation systems at its Eastern Colorado Health Care System facility in Aurora, Colorado. The solicitation number for this RFQ is 36C25924Q0812, with quotes due by September 19, 2024, at 10:00 am MT. This is an unrestricted procurement aiming to award a firm-fixed price contract. The contract includes ongoing testing and certification requirements, with specific line items outlining services for pharmacy rooms, lab equipment, and retests. Offerors must demonstrate technical capability through required NSF and CETA accreditation, provide references from similar contracts, and complete a pricing schedule. The evaluation is based on technical capability, past performance, and price, with the possibility of awarding based on overall benefit, not solely the lowest price. The RFQ is governed by various FAR provisions and requires compliance with Department of Labor wage determinations. Interested parties must submit their quotes electronically to the designated contract specialist, Noaa Lanotte. This procurement exemplifies the government's focus on maintaining safety standards in health facilities.
    Statement of Work Biosafety Cabinet Hood Certification.docx
    The Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center is seeking a contractor for the inspection and certification of various laboratory equipment, including biological safety cabinets, laboratory hoods, and specialized ventilation systems. This contract ensures compliance with safety standards such as ANSI-ASHRAE 110, OSHA, and USP regulations, providing a safe environment for medical personnel. The contractor will be responsible for testing and certifying the equipment, changing filters as needed, and providing detailed reports on the testing outcomes. The scope encompasses semi-annual certifications for biosafety cabinets in the pharmacy and annual certifications for others, including comprehensive testing procedures for air quality and safety compliance. The contractor must notify the facility of any regulatory changes affecting certification and provide on-site consultation during servicing. Services are to be conducted during standard hours, although flexibility for after-hours work is preferred. A focus on qualifications includes requiring personnel to hold relevant NSF and CETA accreditations. The successful contractor will ensure all submissions, including reports and certifications, meet outlined standards and timelines, contributing to the facility's operational safety and compliance.
    Wage Determination 2015-5419 Rev 27.pdf
    The document outlines the recent Wage Determination No. 2015-5419 under the Service Contract Act (SCA) as directed by the U.S. Department of Labor. It details the minimum wage rates for service employees in specified Colorado counties for the year 2024, including adjustments based on Executive Orders 14026 and 13658. For contracts starting or renewed after January 30, 2022, the minimum wage is set at $17.20 per hour, whereas contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, require a minimum of $12.90 per hour. A comprehensive list of occupations, their corresponding wage rates, and fringe benefits is provided. Notable sections include mandatory health and welfare benefits, vacation entitlements, and holidays, as well as compliance requirements for contractors regarding sick leave, uniforms, and hazardous pay differentials. The material emphasizes compliance with labor regulations related to service contracts and highlights the importance of proper classification for unlisted job roles through a conformance request process. This document serves as a guideline for federal contractors to ensure fair compensation and welfare protections for service employees, thereby fostering equitable labor standards within government contracting frameworks.
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