USCG Base San Juan PR Refuse and Recycling Collection Services
ID: 70Z08425QAA52100Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDLOG-9NORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

NAICS

Solid Waste Collection (562111)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- TRASH/GARBAGE COLLECTION (S205)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking quotations from small businesses for refuse and recycling collection services at Base San Juan and Rio Bayamón Housing in Puerto Rico. The contract aims to ensure efficient waste management that complies with health and safety standards while providing excellent customer service, encompassing all necessary labor, equipment, and management as detailed in the Performance Work Statement. This initiative is crucial for maintaining sanitation and environmental standards within military housing and operational settings, reflecting the Coast Guard's commitment to a clean and healthy environment. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by 2:00 PM ET on May 16, 2025, and may direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Shelbie Phillips at shelbie.j.phillips@uscg.mil or Luis Torres at luis.j.torres@uscg.mil.

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    The document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items issued by the U.S. Coast Guard under RFQ Number 70Z08425QAA52100, categorized as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. It seeks quotations from small business entities for required services and outlines a site visit scheduled for May 8, 2025, at USCG San Juan, PR. Key instructions include submission deadlines for quotations by May 16, 2025, via email and guidelines for invoicing through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The solicitation includes a detailed list of clauses and terms relevant to contract performance, compliance with labor standards, and specific prohibitions on certain technologies from restricted entities like Kaspersky Lab and telecommunications from specified foreign companies. A significant low wage provision mandates that contractors pay a minimum hourly wage starting at $15.00 for all workers engaged in the contract. Overall, the document emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, the importance of small business involvement, and explicit requirements for bidders to ensure responsiveness to the solicitation criteria while adhering to labor and operational standards relevant to U.S. government contracts.
    This document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial services under RFQ Number 70Z08425QAA52100, specifically set aside for small businesses within the NAICS code 722310. It details the solicitation process, emphasizing the requirement for small businesses to submit quotations by May 16, 2025, following specific instructions outlined in FAR provisions. A site visit is scheduled for May 8, 2025, at the USCG facility in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and interested contractors must RSVP. The document also stipulates that questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted via email by May 9, 2025. Key terms and conditions include provisions for electronic invoicing, compliance with federal regulations regarding labor and subcontracting, and prohibitions on materials from Kaspersky Lab and certain telecommunications services to safeguard government operations. The document underscores the importance of completing all required documents accurately to ensure timely award determination. The emphasis on small business participation reflects federal initiatives to foster economic growth through diverse vendor engagement in government contracting.
    This document is an amendment to the Request for Quotation (RFQ) #70Z08425QAA52100 related to refuse and recycling services at Base San Juan, Puerto Rico. The primary purpose of this amendment is to update the RFQ by adding the contact information for the contracting officer, Mr. Luis Torres, to the questions section on page 1. Respondents are instructed to direct any inquiries to Ms. Shelbie Philips by 2 pm on May 9, 2025, and to also include Mr. Torres in their submissions. No additional changes have been made to the original RFQ. This amendment serves to ensure clarity in communication with the contracting officers involved in the procurement process, reflecting standard practices in federal contracting operations.
    The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is seeking contractors for refuse and recycling collection and disposal services at Sector San Juan and Rio Bayamón Housing in Puerto Rico. The objective is to ensure efficient waste management that complies with health and safety standards while providing excellent customer service. The contract encompasses the provision of all labor, equipment, and management necessary for the full scope of services detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Key points include the specific quantities and types of refuse and recycling containers to be serviced, along with a comprehensive schedule for collection. The contractor must adhere to federal, state, and local regulations, ensuring that all materials are disposed of properly. The contractor is also responsible for developing a Quality Control Plan to monitor performance and address deficiencies in real-time. The period of performance will last from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2030, with several option periods. Emphasis is placed on the contractor's ability to maintain equipment, manage the workforce efficiently, fulfill safety requirements, and provide reliable communication with USCG representatives. This initiative underscores the importance of effective waste management in federal operations and the Coast Guard's commitment to a clean and healthy environment for its personnel and the public.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for refuse collection services for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) at BASE San Juan and Rio Bayamon Housing, covering service periods from September 2025 to August 2030. It specifies a firm fixed price for monthly services pertaining to refuse and recycling collection, including detailed quantities and unit prices for various service components such as closed top containers, collection and disposal fees, disposal/tipping fees, and vegetative waste management. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision, ensuring compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Collection services encompass housing units, recreational facilities, and public areas, ensuring comprehensive waste management across the installations. This RFP is significant in maintaining sanitation and environmental standards within military housing and operational settings, while also emphasizing the contractual obligations of the service provider. Overall, the document serves as a framework for selecting a contractor capable of efficiently managing refuse logistics for the USCG facilities in Puerto Rico.
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