G001--Mortuary Services for Central Alabama VA
ID: 36C24724Q1028Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Funeral Homes and Funeral Services (812210)

PSC

SOCIAL- CARE OF REMAINS AND/OR FUNERAL (G001)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f9e9e9902660470b93e9f5103bac40a0/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide mortuary services for the Central Alabama VA Health Care System (CAVHCS). The services required include the handling of unclaimed remains of deceased veterans, which encompasses facilities, licensed personnel, transportation, and adherence to hygienic practices within a 250-mile radius of CAVHCS. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to honoring veterans by ensuring respectful and dignified mortuary services, with a contract duration of one base year and four one-year options starting November 1, 2024. Interested parties must respond to the Sources Sought Notice by September 19, 2024, at 1:00 PM ET, and are required to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at SAM.gov. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Contracting Officer Lasonja Harvey at lasonja.harvey@va.gov or by phone at 478-272-1210 x3112.

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    Lasonja HarveyContracting Officer
    478-272-1210 x3112
    lasonja.harvey@va.gov
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    36C24724Q1028.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to conduct market research for potential vendors to provide mortuary services for the Central Alabama VA Health Care System. This notice, referenced by solicitation number 36C24724Q1028, aims to assess the availability and capability of companies qualified to offer funeral services, as delineated in the attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). The applicable NAICS code for this service is 812210, with a small business size standard of $12.5 million. Responses to this notice are invited by September 19, 2024, at 1:00 PM ET. Interested vendors must provide details including their company name, address, contact information, capability affirmation regarding the required services, and socio-economic status. It is emphasized that this notice is not a solicitation and does not constitute a formal request for proposals. Furthermore, vendors are reminded that registration at SAM.gov is required for participation. The feedback will contribute to the governmental procurement strategy and future solicitations regarding mortuary services for veterans.
    PWS Mortuary Services - Draft.docx
    The Central Alabama VA Health Care System (CAVHCS) requires a Contractor to provide mortuary services for unclaimed remains of deceased Veterans. The services include facilities, licensed personnel, transportation, and hygienic practices necessary for handling these remains within a 250-mile radius of CAVHCS. The contract spans one base year with four one-year options, beginning November 1, 2024. The Contractor must respond to requests for remains within 3-5 hours, ensuring preparation for burial or cremation according to VA regulations. Specific performance requirements include timely reporting, obtaining necessary permits, and maintaining high hygienic and ethical standards throughout the process. Cremation and burial services will involve handling the remains with care, ensuring the use of appropriate caskets and clothing provided by the VA. A comprehensive quality control program must be established by the Contractor, detailing inspection processes and addressing deficiencies promptly. The government will monitor contract performance closely, with outlined repercussions for non-compliance. This request for proposals (RFP) underscores the VA's commitment to honoring Veterans by providing respectful and dignified mortuary services while adhering to federal and state regulations.
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