The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for a new five-year ordering period contract for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) and Sharps Collection and Disposal Services. This contract will cover the Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital in Hines, IL, and its affiliated CBOCs for the period of January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030. The solicitation number is 36C25226Q0107, with a response date of December 16, 2025, at 15:00 Central Time. This is a Set-Aside contract for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC) under NAICS code 562211. The point of contact for this solicitation is Scott Sands, Contracting Officer.

This government file, Wage Determination No. 2015-5017, Revision No. 30, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, outlines prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for service contracts in Cook, Du Page, and McHenry Counties, Illinois, effective July 8, 2025. It details minimum wage requirements under Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75/hour) and 13658 ($13.30/hour), depending on contract award dates, and annually adjusts these rates. The document lists numerous occupational categories with specific hourly wage rates, along with benefits such as health & welfare ($5.55/hour or $5.09/hour for EO 13706-covered contracts), vacation (2-4 weeks based on service), and twelve paid holidays. It also includes provisions for paid sick leave under EO 13706, hazardous pay differentials (4-8%), and uniform allowances. Special conditions apply to computer employees and air traffic controllers/weather observers regarding exemptions and night/Sunday pay. A conformance process for unlisted job classifications is also detailed, requiring contractors to propose rates and job descriptions for approval by the Wage and Hour Division.

This document, Wage Determination No. 2015-5741, outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service contract employees in De Kalb and Kane Counties, Illinois, under the Service Contract Act. It details different minimum wage requirements based on contract award dates, specifically referencing Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75/hour) and 13658 ($13.30/hour) for 2025. The document lists numerous occupational categories with corresponding hourly wage rates and specifies benefits such as health and welfare, vacation, and eleven paid holidays. It also includes provisions for paid sick leave under EO 13706, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances. Special instructions for computer employees and air traffic controllers/weather observers are provided, along with procedures for conforming unlisted job classifications and wage rates using Standard Form 1444.

This government file, Wage Determination No. 2015-5025, outlines the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service contract employees in Kankakee County, Illinois. It details wage requirements under Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, specifying different minimums based on contract award dates. The document lists numerous occupational categories with corresponding hourly wage rates, noting some classifications may be subject to higher minimums under the Executive Orders. It also specifies fringe benefits, including health and welfare, vacation, and paid holidays. Additionally, the file provides guidelines for hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and the process for conforming unlisted occupations to the wage determination, emphasizing the importance of accurate classification and compensation for compliance.

This document, Wage Determination No.: 2015-5035, Revision No.: 29, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service contract employees in La Salle County, Illinois, effective July 8, 2025. It details compliance with Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75/hour) and 13658 ($13.30/hour), which mandate minimum wages for federal contractors based on contract award dates. The document also specifies fringe benefits, including health & welfare ($5.55/hour or $5.09/hour for EO 13706-covered contracts), vacation (2-5 weeks based on service length), and 14 paid holidays. It provides detailed wage rates for various occupations, from administrative support to technical roles, and includes provisions for paid sick leave under EO 13706. Special conditions cover computer employees, air traffic controllers, weather observers (night/Sunday pay), hazardous duty pay, and uniform allowances. The document also describes the conformance process for unlisted job classifications using Standard Form 1444, ensuring fair compensation for all covered employees.

This document, Wage Determination No. 2015-5019 Revision No. 30, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, outlines prevailing wage rates and benefits for service contract employees in Grundy, Kendall, and Will Counties, Illinois. It details minimum wage requirements under Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75/hour) and 13658 ($13.30/hour) for contracts starting on or after specific dates in 2022 and between 2015-2022, respectively, with annual adjustments. The document lists wage rates for various occupations, including administrative, automotive, food service, health, IT, and maintenance roles. It specifies fringe benefits such as health and welfare, paid sick leave (EO 13706), vacation, and twelve paid holidays. Special provisions include hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and procedures for conforming unlisted job classifications and wage rates.

This government Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) outlines a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside for regulated medical waste (RMW) and sharps collection and disposal services for the Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital in Hines, IL, and its affiliated CBOCs. The contract spans a five-year ordering period (2026-2030) with five one-year priced periods. Services include weekly collection of RMW, pathological, chemotherapeutic, and sharps waste from the Hines campus, and monthly collection from six CBOCs. The contractor must provide reusable, leak-proof containers, ensure proper disposal via microwave-grind and/or incineration, and adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations, including strict requirements for waste handling, transportation, and documentation. Key compliance areas include HIPAA, Privacy Act, and facility-specific rules like parking, drug-free zones, and vaccination policies. The contract has a minimum guarantee of $1,000 and a ceiling of $1,500,000. Offers are due by December 16, 2025, and a site visit is scheduled for December 3, 2025.