RFQ: Solicitation 36C25225Q0499-Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) and Sharps Collection and Disposal Services at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center and CBOCs
ID: 36C25225Q0499Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (562211)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- WASTE TREATMENT/STORAGE (S222)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/62b0ce5d60614a89a9c6fa6dfdfb63d4/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) and Sharps Collection and Disposal Services at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center and its affiliated Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Chicago, Illinois. The procurement requires the contractor to manage, labor, and provide equipment necessary for the compliant disposal of RMW and sharps, including weekly pickups and staff training, all in accordance with state and federal regulations. This contract, structured as an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) over five years, reflects the VA's commitment to safe waste disposal practices, with a total award amount projected at $47 million. Interested vendors must be registered on SAM.gov and are encouraged to attend a pre-quote site visit, with submissions due by the specified deadlines; for further inquiries, contact William McQuade at William.McQuade@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    William McQuade
    William.McQuade@va.gov
    Files
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    S02-36C25225Q0499 RFQ.pdf
    This document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) and Sharps Collection and Disposal Services at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, IL, and affiliated Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). The contract, structured as an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), spans five years from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030, comprising five one-year priced periods. The contractor must provide management, labor, equipment, and necessary permits for the disposal of RMW and sharps, adhering to state and federal regulations. Services include weekly pickups, training for VA staff, and compliance with safety standards. Forecasted financial details indicate a total award amount of $47 million. The RFQ is open to all entities registered on SAM.gov, and a pre-quote site visit is encouraged. Submission requirements and deadlines emphasize accuracy and adherence to specified guidelines, with a focus on maintaining health and safety within VA facilities. Overall, the document highlights the VA’s commitment to ensuring safe and compliant waste disposal, reflecting broader goals of environmental responsibility and public health within federal contracting practices.
    S02-PreSolicitation Notice-36C25225Q0499.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing to issue a solicitation (36C25225Q0499) for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) and Sharps Collection and Disposal Services at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, IL, including nearby Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). The solicitation is expected to be published around June 9, 2025, with quotes due by June 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time. The contract falls under Product Service Code S222 and NAICS Code 562211, focusing on specialized waste management services essential for maintaining health standards. The contracting office is located at 115 South 84th Street, Suite 101, Milwaukee, WI, with William McQuade as the primary contact for inquiries.
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