Infectious Medical Waste Collection and Disposal
ID: IHS1498710Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Collection (562112)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- WASTE TREATMENT/STORAGE (S222)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1fad7f9d88fa417fb3667aff4ad3f8b5/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Indian Health Service, specifically the Gallup Indian Medical Center in New Mexico, is preparing to solicit proposals for Infectious Medical Waste Collection and Disposal Services. This procurement aims to address the critical need for safe and compliant disposal of hazardous medical waste, adhering to the NAICS code 562112 for Hazardous Waste Collection. The Request for Quotations (RFQ75H71024Q00126) is expected to be issued by August 27, 2024, with evaluation criteria including technical capabilities, past performance, and pricing. Interested contractors must maintain an active profile in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can reach out to Stefanie Atene at stefanie.atene@ihs.gov or call 505-722-1212 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Stefanie Atene
    (505) 722-1212
    stefanie.atene@ihs.gov
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