Regulated Medical Waste Services
ID: RMW-W81K04-25-R-A037Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M USA HCAJBSA FT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234-5074, USA

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (562211)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- WASTE TREATMENT/STORAGE (S222)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Health Care Activity, is seeking sources for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) disposal services to support military medical treatment facilities across the United States, Guam, and Puerto Rico. The procurement aims to identify qualified contractors capable of providing comprehensive RMW removal, transportation, and disposal services, adhering to federal, state, and local regulations, including those for hazardous waste. This initiative is crucial for maintaining health and safety standards within military healthcare environments, ensuring proper handling of potentially infectious materials. Interested parties must submit their capability statements, along with the required Market Research Questionnaire and Experience Reporting Form, to the designated contacts by the specified deadlines, with the contract anticipated to be awarded as a firm fixed price agreement commencing on January 31, 2027.

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    This government Request for Information (RFI) for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) aims to gather market research from industry to understand common business practices and assess the feasibility of potential requirements. The RFI poses twelve questions to prospective contractors, covering key areas such as NAICS code qualification (562112, $47M small business size standard), corporate experience in medical facilities (24 out of 36 months), anticipated challenges in performing services, innovative recruitment and retention strategies for personnel, and proposed contracting structures (sole, prime, joint venture). It also requests examples of similar projects, preferred pricing structures, and potential challenges in preparing a price proposal. Additionally, the RFI inquires about acceptable timeframes for proposal submission and active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) for federal government services. The disclaimer explicitly states that narratives, proposals, brochures, or additional information should not be submitted.
    Attachment 2, titled “SOURCES SOUGHT – REGULATED MEDICAL WASTE,” is an Experience Reporting Form designed for companies and their teaming partners or subcontractors to demonstrate relevant project experience. The form requires up to three project examples per entity, covering a total of 24 months within the previous 36 months, specifically for projects similar in type and scope to “Support Staff Services.” For each project, firms must provide details such as the company name, contract number, project title and location, contract type and pricing, a description of the work, and an explanation of the contract’s relevance to the immediate acquisition. Additionally, the form asks for the firm's role (e.g., Prime, Joint Venture, Subcontractor), the award amount, contract dates, and whether the firm was terminated or assessed liquidated damages, with an explanation required if applicable. This form is crucial for evaluating a vendor's qualifications and past performance in the context of government RFPs related to regulated medical waste and support staff services.
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) disposal services for the Military Health System (MHS), including Medical Treatment Facilities (MTFs), U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command’s (USMEPCOM’s) Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS), and the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System (AFMES) across the United States, Guam, and Puerto Rico. The contractor will provide all resources for RMW removal, transportation, and final disposal, adhering to federal, state, and local regulations for various RMW types, including DOT Category A infectious substances. The contract has a five-year period of performance. Key aspects include contractor-furnished materials (compliant containers, bags), required licenses and permits, and comprehensive plans for quality control, corrective actions, contingencies, and spill response. Contractor employees must undergo specific training, including anti-terrorism awareness. The PWS also details reporting requirements, meeting schedules, and procedures for RMW pick-up, transport, and disposal, emphasizing accurate weighing and destruction certificates. The document references mandatory DoD and federal regulations for compliance.
    Technical Exhibit D outlines the estimated weights and frequencies for regulated medical waste (RMW) pick-up sites across the Western Region, including Alaska, Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Washington. The document details specific military installations and medical facilities, providing their addresses, the estimated number of pick-ups per month, the scheduled pick-up days and times, and the estimated pounds of RMW per month for each location. Pick-up frequencies range from weekly to quarterly or as-requested, with varying time windows. The highest estimated monthly RMW weight is 29,331.50 pounds at Naval Hospital Medical Center San Diego, CA, and 28,365.70 pounds at David Grant Medical Center, Travis AFB, CA. This exhibit is crucial for vendors bidding on RMW disposal services, ensuring they understand the scope of work and logistical requirements for each site.
    This technical exhibit details the estimated weights and frequencies for regulated medical waste (RMW) pick-up services across various military installations in the Central Region. The document lists numerous sites in states including Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Texas. For each location, specific pick-up sites and addresses are provided, along with estimated monthly pick-up frequencies, scheduled days and times for collection, and estimated monthly poundage of RMW. The pick-up schedules vary from daily to quarterly, and some locations include on-call or as-requested services with 48-hour notice. The exhibit highlights the logistical requirements for RMW disposal across a wide range of medical, dental, and veterinary clinics within these federal government facilities.
    The document, "TECHNICAL EXHIBIT F - EASTERN REGION," details sites for regulated medical waste (RMW) pickup, including estimated weights and frequencies. It lists numerous military installations and health clinics across various Eastern U.S. states, such as Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, and Virginia, along with Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico. For each location, the file specifies the exact pickup address, the estimated monthly frequency of pickups (ranging from quarterly to five times a week), the scheduled day(s) and timeframes, and the estimated monthly weight of RMW in pounds. The pickup schedules vary, with some sites having fixed weekly or bi-weekly pickups, while others are on-call or requested as needed, often requiring 48-hour notice. This exhibit is crucial for planning and executing RMW disposal services within the Eastern Region, ensuring compliance with frequency and weight estimates.
    The USMEPCOM Western Region requires services for picking up Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) from various locations across 14 states. This technical exhibit, CLIN 0004, details the pick-up sites, estimated weights, and frequencies for each location. Services are needed in Anchorage, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Mountain View, Sacramento, San Diego, Pearl Harbor, Boise, Butte, Las Vegas, Portland, Salt Lake City, Seattle, and Spokane. Pick-up frequencies range from bi-weekly to once every two months, with estimated monthly weights varying between 1.05 and 3.15 pounds per site. The schedule specifies the day and time window for each pick-up, ensuring timely and organized disposal of RMW.
    The document, "TECHNICAL EXHIBIT H USMEPCOM CENTRAL REGION PICK UP RMW SITES, ESTIMATED WEIGHTS/FREQUENCIES," details the schedule and estimated weights for the pick-up of Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) from various USMEPCOM Central Region locations. It lists 21 sites across states including Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin. For each location, the exhibit specifies the pick-up frequency (e.g., monthly, bi-weekly, bi-monthly, quarterly, or as requested), the precise day and time window for collection, and the estimated monthly weight in pounds. This exhibit is crucial for vendors bidding on RMW disposal services, providing a clear operational framework for logistics and resource allocation within the USMEPCOM Central Region.
    The USMEPCOM Eastern Region requires regulated medical waste (RMW) pickup services across 31 locations in the Eastern United States and Puerto Rico, as detailed in Technical Exhibit I. The document outlines specific pickup sites, estimated monthly frequencies, schedules, and estimated monthly waste pounds. Pickups range from once every three months to weekly, with most occurring once or twice a month on specific days and times. Estimated monthly weights per site vary from 1.05 to 3.15 pounds. This exhibit provides crucial logistical details for potential contractors bidding on CLIN 0006, ensuring clear expectations for RMW collection services within the USMEPCOM Eastern Region.
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