V212--Non-Emergent Wheelchair and Ambulatory Patient Transportatio n Services - Saginaw
ID: 36C25025Q0361Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, USA

NAICS

Special Needs Transportation (485991)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4b1f475882504d13bf37c68675ab337c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide non-emergent wheelchair and ambulatory patient transportation services for the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. The procurement aims to establish an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with five ordering periods, focusing on safe and reliable transportation for eligible veterans and their escorts year-round, while adhering to federal, state, and ADA regulations. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that veterans receive necessary transportation support efficiently, with contractors required to demonstrate past performance and provide a Quality Control Plan. Interested parties must submit their responses by March 17, 2025, and can contact Contracting Officer Morgan Stein at Morgan.Stein@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Morgan SteinContracting Officer
    Morgan.Stein@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25025Q0361.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking responses for a Sources Sought Notice for Non-Emergent Wheelchair and Ambulatory Patient Transportation Services at the Saginaw VA Medical Center. This notice, identified by Solicitation Number 36C25025Q0361, aims to gather market research and does not constitute a binding contract. The anticipated contract will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with five ordering periods, focusing on safe transportation for eligible veterans and their escorts year-round. Contractors are required to provide detailed company information, including their status as a small or veteran-owned business, and past performance for similar contracts. The services encompass transportation between VA facilities, patient homes, and approved non-VA care facilities, necessitating compliance with various federal, state, and ADA regulations. Contractors must ensure qualified drivers, vehicles that meet safety standards, and adequate supervisory measures. Responses to this notice must be submitted by March 17, 2025, and include a proposed Quality Control Plan. Furthermore, contractors will be held responsible for accurately billing trips and ensuring timely transportation services. Overall, the initiative reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing transportation services for its veterans while establishing strict contractor responsibilities and performance standards.
    Price Cost Schedule 36C25025Q0361.xlsx
    The document pertains to a Request for Proposal (RFP) for non-emergent wheelchair and ambulatory patient transportation services specifically for the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center. It outlines various service pricing categories, including base rates and mileage rates for both wheelchair and ambulatory transportation, as well as additional charges for waiting time, no-show cancellations, and servicing COVID-positive passengers. The contract term spans multiple option periods from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2030, indicating the VA's commitment to securing reliable transportation services for its patients. With a structured breakdown of services and associated costs, this document serves as a vital framework aimed at ensuring that veterans receive necessary transportation support efficiently while adhering to federal procurement standards. The comprehensive details help prospective vendors understand the expectations and facilitate competitive proposals aligned with government requirements.
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