H146--This is a new requirement to provide water analyzation and testing services for the Chlorine Dioxide Secondary Disinfection System.
ID: 36C24725Q0094Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

QUALITY CONTROL- WATER PURIFICATION AND SEWAGE TREATMENT EQUIPMENT (H146)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/717279d7b3e540fea41588938c6bb7d9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for water analyzation and testing services specifically for its Chlorine Dioxide Secondary Disinfection System at the Birmingham VA Medical Center. The contract requires the contractor to provide all necessary equipment, personnel, and supplies to ensure compliance with Alabama health regulations, including daily monitoring of water quality, comprehensive bacteriological testing, and maintaining certified operators on-site. This procurement is critical for maintaining water safety standards and ensuring the health and safety of veterans receiving care at the facility. Interested parties should note that the response deadline is January 17, 2025, at 11 AM Eastern Time, with an estimated contract value of $19 million over a base year and four one-year options. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Gail Bargaineer at Gail.Bargaineer2@va.gov or by phone at 404-321-6069.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Gail BargaineerGail Bargaineer
    (404) 321-6069
    Gail.Bargaineer2@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24725Q0094_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for water analyzation and testing services specifically for its Chlorine Dioxide Secondary Disinfection System. The solicitation number for this request is 36C24725Q0094, with a response deadline set for January 17, 2025, at 11 AM Eastern Time. Although this contract will not utilize Recovery Act funds, it is designated as an SBA set-aside. The primary location for these services will be at the VISN 7 Network Contracting Office in Tucker, Georgia. Interested parties can reach out to the point of contact, Gail Bargaineer, via email or phone for further inquiries. Additional details about the proposal are provided in the attached document, which outlines the specific requirements for the water testing services needed.
    36C24725Q0094 Water Analyzation and Testing Services.docx
    The solicitation document pertains to a government Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for water analyzation and testing services at the Birmingham VA Medical Center. The contract is set to begin on February 9, 2025, and spans a base year with four one-year options, totaling an estimated $19 million. The contractor must provide all necessary equipment, personnel, and supplies to effectively operate a Chlorine Dioxide Secondary Disinfection System, ensuring compliance with Alabama health regulations. Key contract obligations include daily monitoring of water quality parameters, comprehensive bacteriological testing, and maintaining certified operators on-site. Additionally, the contractor is required to provide a user-friendly online data management system for test results, as well as regular maintenance and management of the facility's water systems. Adherence to federal, state, and VA regulations regarding health and safety standards is critical throughout the contract, emphasizing the government’s commitment to maintaining water safety standards.
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