4235--FARGO VA & CBOCS Service - Hazardous Waste Disposal
ID: 36C26325Q0534Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (562211)

PSC

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SPILL CONTAINMENT AND CLEAN-UP EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL (4235)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking vendors for hazardous waste disposal services at the Fargo VA Medical Center and its associated outpatient clinics in North Dakota and Minnesota. The procurement aims to identify qualified businesses capable of collecting, transporting, treating, and disposing of hazardous medical waste, with a focus on compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards. This presolicitation notice is part of the VA's commitment to environmentally sound waste management practices, and responses from interested vendors, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, are requested by March 13, 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Contract Specialist Alberta Mickells at Alberta.Mickells@va.gov or by phone at 402-995-3081.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alberta MickellsContract Specialist
    (402) 995-3081
    Alberta.Mickells@va.gov
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    The Fargo VA Medical Center is seeking vendors for hazardous waste disposal services through a presolicitation notice aimed at conducting market research. The purpose is to collect, transport, treat, and dispose of hazardous medical waste across various facilities, including the main campus and outpatient clinics in North Dakota and Minnesota. Responses from interested and qualified businesses—including classifications such as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business—are requested by March 13, 2025. The contract will span one base year with four one-year options, contingent on fiscal funding. Required services include hazardous waste characterization, collection and disposal, technical consulting, and compliance with relevant regulations. Contractors must hold necessary certifications, ensure compliance with environmental laws, and maintain detailed records of waste management activities. The document outlines qualifications, vendor response requirements, and stipulates contractor responsibilities regarding safety, documentation, insurance, and emergency procedures. Importantly, it clarifies that this notice is for market research, not a formal solicitation, and emphasizes the need for adherence to regulatory standards. This presolicitation reflects the VA's commitment to environmentally sound practices in managing hazardous waste.
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