W075--Mail Meter Lease and Maintenance Services for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Integrated Veterans Care (IVC) Denver, Colorado
ID: 36C25925Q0060Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259)Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

NAICS

Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532420)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- OFFICE SUPPLIES AND DEVICES (W075)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting quotations for Mail Meter Lease and Maintenance Services for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Integrated Veterans Care (IVC) in Denver, Colorado. This procurement is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and aims to establish a contract that includes a base period plus four option years, focusing on the provision of fully functional mail meter equipment and related maintenance services. The selected contractor will be responsible for timely installation, staff training, and providing a dedicated help desk service, ensuring efficient operations that support veterans' services. Interested vendors must submit their questions by November 8, 2024, and their quotations by November 12, 2024, via email to Contract Specialist Charles Morton at Charles.Morton@va.gov, with an estimated total award amount of $40 million.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Charles MortonContract Specialist
    (307) 433-3739
    Charles.Morton@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting quotations for Mail Meter Lease and Maintenance Services specifically for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Integrated Veterans Care (IVC) located in Denver, Colorado. This Request for Quotations (RFQ) is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and seeks to establish a contract that includes a base period plus four option years. Vendors must submit their questions by November 8, 2024, and their quotations by November 12, 2024, only via email to the designated Contract Specialist, Charles Morton. The government emphasizes the evaluation of quotations based on both price and technical specifications outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). The award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote meets the necessary requirements and funding availability. The evaluation process will prioritize reasonable pricing and compliance with the special standards of responsibility, ensuring that technical documents and past performance are considered more important than price alone. The government reserves the right to conduct discussions or cancel the solicitation if needed. This RFQ exemplifies the VA's commitment to sourcing services that support veterans through structured procurement processes.
    The document outlines the requisition for a Mail Meter Equipment Lease and Maintenance Services contract from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It specifies that offers are due by November 12, 2024, for an estimated total award amount of $40 million. Key requirements include the provision of fully functional mail meter equipment capable of supporting various postal applications and maintenance services, with a focus on supporting Veterans Health Administration (VHA) operations. The contractor is responsible for ensuring timely installation and offering training for VHA staff, alongside a dedicated help desk service. The contract includes details about applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, the necessary qualifications for bidders, and an emphasis on the set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). Performance is expected to begin within 30 days after contract award, with multiple optional periods extending over five years. Moreover, stringent compliance measures regarding data protection, payment processing, and other operational protocols are emphasized to safeguard sensitive information related to veterans' services. This document underlines the VA's commitment to leveraging small businesses while ensuring efficient and secure operations for veterans' services.
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