V225--Ground Ambulance Service Fall River and Custer Counties Black Hills VA Health Care System
ID: 36C26325Q0018Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Ambulance Services (621910)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: AMBULANCE (V225)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/54925e6839b14636a4425a208fef0b85/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide ground ambulance services for the Black Hills VA Health Care System, specifically for Fall River and Custer Counties in South Dakota. The procurement aims to deliver 24/7 emergency and non-emergency ambulance services, including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), and Critical Care Transport (CCT), ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while prioritizing patient safety and quality control. This total small business set-aside contract, with an estimated value of $22.5 million, has a performance period from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by 1:00 pm on November 19, 2024, and direct any technical inquiries to Contract Specialist Robert Bennett at robert.bennett8@va.gov by November 12, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert BennettContract Specialist
    (319) 339-7079
    robert.bennett8@va.gov
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    The presolicitation notice details a procurement for ground ambulance services for Fall River and Custer Counties, targeted at the Black Hills VA Health Care System. This solicitation, numbered 36C26325Q0018, is designated as a request for quotes (RFQ) under FAR Part 13 and is set aside for small businesses. Interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the SBA's Vendor Information Page at the time of their offers. The NAICS code is 621910, with a size standard of $22.5 million. The contract involves providing services to the Fort Meade VAMC, located at 113 Comanche Road, Fort Meade, SD, with a performance period from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025. Technical inquiries regarding the solicitation must be directed to Contract Specialist Robert Bennett by November 12, 2024, and submissions of quotes are due by November 19, 2024, via email. The VA anticipates awarding one Firm Fixed Price contract, reflecting its commitment to supporting local economies through small business participation in government contracts.
    36C26325Q0018.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) for providing ground ambulance services to the Black Hills VA Health Care System, aimed at supporting veterans in Fall River and Custer Counties. The contract is set-aside for small businesses and has an estimated total award amount of $22.5 million. The contractor must provide 24/7 emergency and non-emergency ambulance services, including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), and Critical Care Transport (CCT). Detailed requirements encompass vehicle compliance with federal and state regulations, ensuring staff certification and background checks, and adherence to stringent operational protocols. The RFP stipulates the use of VA-approved transportation software and outlines invoicing procedures, including specific billing formats and allowable charges. Emphasis is placed on quality control, patient safety, and thorough documentation for performance monitoring. Contractors are also required to comply with health regulations regarding infectious diseases such as COVID-19. The overarching goal is to ensure high-quality, reliable transportation services to enhance access to medical care for veterans while maintaining safety and efficiency standards in service delivery.
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    The document outlines Wage Determination No. 2015-5367 under the Service Contract Act by the U.S. Department of Labor. It specifies minimum wage requirements for federal contracts based on various Executive Orders, indicating a base pay of at least $17.20 per hour for contracts awarded after January 30, 2022, and $12.90 per hour for those between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022. The determination applies to specific counties in South Dakota and includes a detailed list of wage rates for numerous occupations, such as administrative support, automotive services, food preparation, healthcare, and technical positions, specifying hourly rates and fringe benefits. The document also outlines additional contractor requirements such as paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706, vacation, and uniform allowances. Furthermore, it provides guidelines for conforming additional classifications and wage rates for unlisted occupations. The overarching purpose is to ensure compliance with wage standards and worker protections for contractors and employees engaged in government contracts.
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