Augusta Wheelchair RFP
ID: 36C24725Q0264-1Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Special Needs Transportation (485991)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: AIR PASSENGER (V211)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0459d13325794e16bd852f2671ddf3f8/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide Wheelchair Transportation Services at the Augusta VA Medical Center in Georgia. The procurement aims to gather market research on service availability under NAICS code 485991, with a focus on ensuring safe and compliant transportation for VA beneficiaries without charge. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to reliable transportation services for veterans, emphasizing strict adherence to health and safety standards, vehicle specifications, and employee training protocols. Interested vendors should contact Thomas Nicholls at thomas.nicholls@va.gov for further details, as the contract is expected to span five years and will require adherence to established performance benchmarks.

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    Thomas Nicholls
    thomas.nicholls@va.gov
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    Sources Sought-AUG WC.pdf
    The Sources Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks qualified vendors for Wheelchair Transportation Services at the Augusta VA Medical Center. This notice is a precursor to potential solicitation announcements aimed at gathering market research on service availability under NAICS code 485991. Key information requested from interested vendors includes company details, business size classification, expected delivery timelines, and pricing for proposed services. The Performance Work Statement outlines specific requirements, necessitating a contract duration of five years, operational capabilities, and services to aggregate needs for safe patient transport. A primary obligation is ensuring transportation without charge to VA beneficiaries while maintaining compliance with health and safety standards. Additionally, the notice delineates vehicle and driver requirements, emphasizing vehicle specifications, rigorous maintenance checks, employee training, and professional conduct standards for transportation personnel. The contractor will be responsible for adhering to established performance benchmarks, reporting incidents regarding service disruptions, and complying with security clearance provisions mandated by the VA. This initiative highlights the VA's commitment to providing reliable and safe transportation services for veterans while ensuring strict adherence to regulatory and operational protocols.
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