H958--Radiation Safety Officer Services Solicitation
ID: 36C24125Q0080Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690)

PSC

OTHER QC/TEST/INSPECT- COMMUNICATION, DETECTION, AND COHERENT RADIATION EQUIPMENT (H958)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for Radiation Safety Officer Services through a combined synopsis/solicitation specifically set aside for small businesses. The procurement aims to ensure compliance with health physics and radiation safety regulations, requiring the contractor to provide oversight, conduct consultations, and maintain safety standards in healthcare settings. This contract, which spans from December 2, 2024, to December 1, 2029, emphasizes the importance of direct service provision without subcontracting, with quotes due by November 19, 2024, and inquiries accepted until November 12, 2024. Interested vendors should contact Contracting Officer Tara Dossiema at Tara.Dossiema@va.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tara DossiemaContracting Officer
    603-624-4366 x5129
    No fax accepted
    Tara.Dossiema@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for Radiation Safety Officer Services through a combined synopsis/solicitation notice specifically set aside for small businesses. The solicitation number is 36C24125Q0080, with a response deadline of November 19, 2024, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time. The primary location for service delivery will be at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Leeds, MA. This procurement is governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and requires potential vendors to be registered in SAM (System for Award Management) and, where applicable, verified by the Small Business Administration for Veteran Small Business Certification. The NAICS code for this project is 541690, with a small business size standard of $19 million. Vendors are urged to carefully review the attached documents and follow the provided instructions for quote submission. Furthermore, all amendments will be posted on SAM.gov, and interested parties are responsible for monitoring their procurement status. The Contracting Officer for this procurement is Tara Dossiema, who can be contacted for further inquiries. This solicitation represents the VA's commitment to maintain regulatory compliance and ensure the safety of radiation practices in healthcare settings.
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Radiation Safety Officer Services issued by the VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System, specifically designated for small businesses. It outlines the requirements for providing health physics and radiation safety oversight, including a detailed Statement of Work that encompasses duties such as acting as a Radiation Safety Officer, conducting health physics consultations, and providing diagnostic medical physics services. The contract duration is set from December 2, 2024, to December 1, 2029. The contractor must ensure timely response to emergencies, maintain NRC and Joint Commission compliance, and conduct various assessments and training related to radiation safety and medical equipment. The RFQ mandates that no subcontracting is permitted, emphasizing the direct provision of services by the contractor's employees. Quotes will be evaluated based on price, technical capability to meet the specifications, and past performance. Interested parties must submit their proposals by November 19, 2024, with questions due by November 12, 2024. The inclusion of detailed pricing and references from previous similar contracts is required. The RFQ seeks to enhance safety standards in handling radiological services while ensuring that operations adhere to federal regulations and best practices.
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    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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