DESTRUCTION OF PHARMACEUTICALS
ID: D-25-SL-0048Type: Special Notice
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JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFDRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATIONOFFICE ACQUISITION MANAGEMENTSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22152, USA
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    The Department of Justice, specifically the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), is seeking to award a purchase order for the destruction of pharmaceuticals collected during National Drug Take Back Day. The procurement involves the incineration of 40,000 pounds of pharmaceuticals, with Veolia ES Technical Solutions LLC identified as the sole source capable of performing this service due to its unique capabilities and necessary permits. This initiative is critical for public health and environmental protection, addressing the urgent need for safe disposal of unused drugs to combat opioid abuse. Interested parties can contact Jose Marin at jose.l.marin@dea.gov for further information, with the contract period running from April 29, 2025, to June 30, 2025, and potential additional fees for further disposal needs.

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    The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is seeking to award a purchase order to Veolia ES Technical Solutions LLC for the destruction of 40,000 pounds of pharmaceuticals collected during National Drug Take Back Day on April 26, 2025. This notice specifies that Veolia is the sole source capable of incinerating the pharmaceuticals, holding the necessary permits for such disposal. The contract will run from April 29, 2025, to June 30, 2025, and includes provisions for potential additional disposal fees if a second burn is required. This procurement is not open for competitive bidding due to the unique capabilities of the vendor and is justified under Federal Acquisition Regulation FAR 6.302-1. Capability statements from other vendors will be considered, but the Government retains the right to reject all submissions if deemed in its best interest. The DEA emphasizes the public health significance of safely disposing of unused drugs to combat opioid abuse, making this service critical for community safety and environmental protection. The document also includes various contract provisions, such as security requirements and government compliance measures, ensuring that all operations are stringent and transparent.
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