R614--Guam- Shredding Services Base plus four one-year options
ID: 36C26125Q0100Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

All Other Support Services (561990)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: PAPER SHREDDING (R614)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/60dc0277144b4f328422bd1bfda7ceab/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking proposals for Document Destruction and Shredding Services to support the Guam Community Based Outpatient Clinic and Veteran Center. The contractor will be responsible for securely shredding sensitive paper materials, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and providing all necessary personnel and equipment for on-site operations. This contract will span a base year with four optional one-year extensions, with a total potential value of $16.5 million, and is exclusively set aside for small businesses. Interested contractors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible, with the anticipated solicitation release date on or about November 15, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Contracting Officer James Postell at james.postell@va.gov or by phone at 702-791-9000 x18936.

    Point(s) of Contact
    James PostellContracting Officer
    702-791-9000 x18936
    james.postell@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    36C26125Q0100_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is preparing to solicit proposals for Document Destruction and Shredding Services at the Guam Community Based Outpatient Clinic. The contract will cover a base year and four one-year options, with an expected start date around December 24, 2024. The solicitation will be exclusively for small businesses, and firms must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible. The anticipated solicitation release date is on or about November 15, 2024, and interested contractors are responsible for downloading the RFQ from www.sam.gov, as no hard copies will be provided. This presolicitation notice serves as a preliminary announcement, clarifying that it is not a request for submissions but an indication of forthcoming opportunities for qualified vendors to engage in these critical services for the Veterans Health Administration in Guam. The relevant NAICS code for this procurement is 561990, indicating the nature of support services involved.
    36C26125Q0100.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Document Destruction/Shredding Services to support the Guam Medical Center and its associated facilities. The project aims to securely shred and dispose of sensitive paper materials, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The contract will span a base year with four optional one-year extensions, totaling a potential value of $16.5 million. Contractors must demonstrate expertise and provide all necessary materials and personnel to perform shredding services on-site under VA supervision. The contractor will be responsible for securely transporting and processing shredded materials according to NIST regulations, with mandatory documentation of each process, including a Certificate of Destruction for compliance. Key requirements include providing lockable collection bins, ensuring background checks for contractor personnel, and adhering to detailed performance standards. The contractor must submit electronic invoices and adhere to payment protocols in accordance with VA regulations. This initiative emphasizes the VA’s commitment to safeguarding sensitive information while engaging with qualified vendors, particularly focusing on supporting small business participation in the bidding process.
    WD - 2015-5693 Rv22 Dtd 7-22-24-Guam.txt
    The document presents the "Wage Determination No. 2015-5693" from the U.S. Department of Labor, outlining wage rates under the Service Contract Act addressed to contracts in the 2024 fiscal year. It mandates that contracts effective after January 30, 2022, should compensate workers at least $17.20 per hour, conforming to Executive Order 14026. The wage determination details various occupations, required fringe benefits, and hourly rates for different job classifications, spanning from clerical support to service and protection roles, across regions including Guam and the Northern Marianas. Additionally, it specifies benefits such as health and welfare plans, vacation, and holidays, and provides compliance guidelines for occupations not expressly listed. The document also frames a process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates, ensuring workers receive compensation aligned with their job functions. This guidance is essential for compliance in federal contracts, ensuring competitive wages and comprehensive benefits for service contract workers.
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