R602--NEW - Laboratory Courier Services
ID: 36C25724Q0989Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery Services (492110)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: COURIER/MESSENGER (R602)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/125c8ca143cc4646a4fae2440b0bc150/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for laboratory courier services to facilitate the transportation of medical items between various locations in Texas. The procurement involves pick-up and delivery services for the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System, specifically between Laredo, McAllen, Brownsville, and Harlingen, with a total of 753 deliveries required. This service is crucial for ensuring timely access to medical supplies and laboratory specimens, thereby supporting the healthcare needs of veterans. Interested vendors, particularly those classified as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), must submit their proposals by October 8, 2024, to Teresa Arzola at Teresa.Arzola@va.gov, with inquiries accepted until October 3, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Teresa ArzolaContract Specialist
    (210) 740-3729
    Teresa.Arzola@va.gov
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