S205--NEW: Solid Waste Removal | 504 | BASE + OPTIONS
ID: 36C25725Q0297Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Solid Waste Collection (562111)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- TRASH/GARBAGE COLLECTION (S205)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for a solid waste removal contract at the Thomas E. Creek VA Medical Center in Amarillo, Texas, designated as solicitation number 36C25725Q0297. The contract, valued at approximately $47 million over five years, includes one base year and four optional extensions, and requires the contractor to manage the collection and disposal of solid waste while ensuring compliance with federal and local regulations. This opportunity is particularly significant as it is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), promoting small business participation in federal contracting. Proposals are due by March 10, 2025, with a pre-bid site visit scheduled for February 26, 2025; interested parties can contact Contracting Specialist Crystal Carabajal at crystal.carabajal@va.gov or 210-992-3721 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Crystal CarabajalContracting Specialist
    (210) 992-3721
    crystal.carabajal@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for a solid waste removal contract, identified as solicitation number 36C25725Q0297. The contract is categorized as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) set-aside and is classified under the Product Service Code S205 and the NAICS Code 562111. The contract will take place at the Thomas E. Creek VA Medical Center located in Amarillo, Texas. Proposals are due by March 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time. Interested parties can access additional information through the contact person, Contracting Specialist Crystal Carabajal, who can be reached via phone or email. The bid solicitation document attached provides further details regarding the project requirements. This presolicitation notice serves as a preliminary announcement for potential vendors, signaling an upcoming opportunity for service provision within the federal contracting framework. The agency emphasizes transparency and encourages qualified businesses to prepare proposals.
    This document outlines a solicitation for a solid waste management contract at the Thomas E. Creek VA Medical Center in Amarillo, Texas, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The contract, designated as 36C25725Q0297, is set to commence on April 2, 2025, with an estimated value of $47 million over five years, including one base year and four optional extensions. The selected contractor will be responsible for the collection and disposal of solid waste across various buildings within the medical center, emphasizing environmental cleanliness and reduced infestation risks. Key requirements include providing and maintaining specified waste containers, adhering to a defined pick-up schedule, and ensuring compliance with federal and local regulations regarding solid waste management. The contractor must submit performance documentation, manage personnel with appropriate oversight, and ensure quality assurance as outlined in the terms. The contract particularly prioritizes engagement with service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, reflecting adherence to established government contracting frameworks to promote small business participation. Responses to the solicitation are due by March 10, 2025, with a pre-bid site visit scheduled for February 26, 2025.
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