IHS-BSU-26-1519118-Sources Sought for Solid Waste pick up at the QNBMHF in Belcourt North Dakota
ID: IHSBSU261519118Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEGREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCABERDEEN, SD, 57401, 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/workspace/contract/opp/804f26920a994d4ca045de2cc3179fd3/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking qualified vendors to provide solid waste collection services at the Quentin N. Burdick Memorial Healthcare Facility in Belcourt, North Dakota. The procurement aims to ensure compliance with stringent federal regulations regarding waste disposal, including adherence to 40 CFR Part 258 and Part 243, which govern the management of municipal solid waste. This service is critical for maintaining health and safety standards at IHS medical facilities and housing, requiring contractors to manage waste collection and disposal efficiently and safely. Interested parties must submit their capability statements to Jody Keplin at jody.keplin@ihs.gov by 12:00 PM CST on November 20, 2025, and should include relevant company information as outlined in the sources sought notice.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jody Keplin
    (701) 477-8416
    (701) 477-2527
    jody.keplin@ihs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    SOW - Solid Waste Collection.docx
    The Quentin N. Burdick Memorial Health Care Facility requires solid waste management services for its Indian Health Service medical facilities and housing. This contract outlines stringent compliance requirements for disposal at municipal solid waste landfills (MSWLFs) in accordance with 40 CFR Part 258, covering location restrictions, liner requirements, leachate collection, operating practices, groundwater monitoring, closure care, corrective action, and financial assurance. Storage and collection of waste must adhere to 40 CFR Part 243, including guidelines for secure storage, trained personnel using personal protective equipment, prohibition of scavenging, and timely collection. The contractor will provide all necessary labor, equipment, and supervision for collection, transportation, and disposal from IHS housing (two times/week for 50 quarters) and the hospital (three times/week for six dumpsters) within specified hours (7:00 am - 4:30 pm). All equipment must be safe and approved. The contractor is responsible for maintaining vehicles and providing documentation of proper waste disposal, including bills of lading or tipping fee receipts, and submitting detailed processes for waste management, equipment certifications, and operator qualifications for approval.
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