Special Mode Transportation for VA EKHCS
ID: 36C25525Q0157_0001Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Special Needs Transportation (485991)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: MOTOR PASSENGER (V212)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7cd2f24ffab64f90987db240d164ce63/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking proposals for Special Mode Transportation services for the Eastern Kansas Health Care System (EKHCS), specifically targeting service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). The procurement involves providing ADA-compliant extended length raised roof conversion vans equipped with wheelchair lifts, ensuring safety and accessibility for users. This initiative is crucial for enhancing public transportation options for veterans, with the contract's performance period revised to run from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, following an amendment that extends the proposal submission deadline to March 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM CDT. Interested parties can reach out to Steve Parrott at stephen.parrott@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Parrott, Steve
    stephen.parrott@va.gov
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    36C25525Q0157 0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 regarding contract number 36C25525Q0157. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the deadline for submission of offers to March 31, 2025, at 10:00 CDT, and to revise the base year period of performance from April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026, to January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. Specific modifications to the Performance Work Statement (PWS) are outlined, including the removal of certain items and the requirement for a barrier between driver and passenger compartments. It also clarifies that raised roof requirements pertain only to aftermarket vehicles while confirming that the vehicles must meet ADA specifications attached to the amendment. The current service is fulfilled by standard minivans with lifts under an existing contract. This amendment is a standard procedure within the RFP framework, ensuring transparency and adherence to guidelines while providing necessary updates to bidders.
    ADA Conversion Vans Specifications.pdf
    The document outlines the specifications for an Extended Length Raised Roof ADA Conversion Van equipped with a wheelchair lift. The main purpose is to solicit bids for the construction of a vehicle that complies with federal and state regulations for safety and accessibility. Key sections detail chassis requirements—such as dimensions, cooling systems, engine specifications, and braking systems—as well as body modifications to support ADA standards. Significant attention is given to interior design, ensuring safety features like non-injury fasteners, seating capacity adjustments for ambulatory and wheelchair users, and proper insulation. Additional requirements include the installation of a backup camera, surveillance system, emergency safety equipment, and a comprehensive warranty covering vehicle defects. Training and maintenance manuals must be provided to users to ensure safe operation. The document serves as part of a government request for proposals (RFP), aimed at enhancing public transportation accessibility while adhering to safety standards. It emphasizes the importance of compliance with federal motor vehicle safety regulations and necessitates that all parts used in the vehicle are new and meet specified performance criteria.
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