Solid Waste Management - ACL IHC
ID: 75H70724Q00131Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEALBUQUERQUE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87110, USA

NAICS

Solid Waste Collection (562111)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- TRASH/GARBAGE COLLECTION (S205)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5173218c10e643b386ebca6b905437b5/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, is soliciting proposals for solid waste management services at the Acoma Canoncito Laguna Indian Health Center in New Mexico. The contract requires the provision of two 8-cubic yard bins for non-hazardous solid waste, with weekly pickups for both the Health Center and residential areas. This procurement is particularly significant as it supports environmental sustainability and local economic development, being set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), with provisions for other small businesses if no ISBEE bids are received. Interested contractors should contact Judith Mariano at judith.mariano@ihs.gov or 505-256-6753 for further details, and the contract will be structured as a firm-fixed-price arrangement with a base year and two optional extension years.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Judith Mariano
    (505) 256-6753
    (505) 256-6848
    judith.mariano@ihs.gov
    Patricia P Trujillo
    (505) 256-6754
    (505) 256-6848
    patricia.trujillo@ihs.gov
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    75H70724Q00131.pdf
    The Albuquerque Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking proposals for solid waste management services for both the Health Center and residential areas in Acoma, New Mexico. The contract requires the provision of two 8-cubic yard bins for non-hazardous solid waste, with weekly pickups. This solicitation is set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), with provisions for considering other small businesses if no ISBEE bids are received. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price arrangement, consisting of a base year with two optional extension years. Contractors must adhere to federal, state, local, and tribal regulations in waste disposal, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. Performance evaluations will assess the contractor’s effectiveness and compliance with established service levels. There are clear guidelines for invoicing and payment, requiring electronic submission. The IHS emphasizes contractor accountability and the necessity to contact the designated Contracting Officer for any administrative matters. This contract reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining environmental sustainability while supporting local small business participation.
    Attachment No. 1 - Past Performance Survey.pdf
    The attachment from the Department of Health and Human Services outlines a Past Performance Survey for the Indian Health Service, focused on evaluating contractors’ previous work performance. It includes sections for client information, specific performance inquiries, and a detailed rating system for assessing contractors in various categories. Key aspects include descriptions of the contract type, end goals, patient background, planning and staffing requirements, timeline adherence, and overall quality of service, cost control, timeliness, business relations, and customer satisfaction. The survey employs a rating scale ranging from Excellent to Unacceptable, allowing for objective measurements of contractor performance based on factual indicators. This document is intended to inform selection processes for future contracts, ensuring that contractors demonstrate reliable and effective performance in delivering health services, particularly to the following underserved populations. It emphasizes comprehensive evaluation criteria critical for upholding high standards in contract fulfillment and fostering quality government-provider relationships.
    WD No. 2015-5451-Rev. 22 dated 05.02.2024.pdf
    The document is a Wage Determination Order from the U.S. Department of Labor, detailing minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for employees working under contracts governed by the Service Contract Act (SCA) in New Mexico. The wage determination specifies different wage rates for various occupations, categorized by codes, highlighting the minimum hourly pay for specific roles, which varies based on the applicable Executive Order—Executive Order 14026 mandates a minimum of $17.20 per hour for contracts after January 30, 2022, while Executive Order 13658 offers a lower rate for earlier contracts. The wage determination also outlines required fringe benefits, such as health and welfare payments, vacation, and holiday entitlements, and emphasizes compliance with paid sick leave provisions as per Executive Order 13706. Additional instructions are provided for contractors regarding unlisted job classifications and the conformance process to ensure fair compensation for all employees working on federally contracted projects. In summary, this document serves as a regulatory framework ensuring labor standards and protections for workers under federal contracts in the specified region, promoting equitable pay and compliance with labor laws.
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