Armored Car Services - Augusta VAMC
ID: 36C24725Q0310Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

Armored Car Services (561613)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: SECURITY VEHICLE (V127)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5f8a67787af54dfea614a168a2d41c9f/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide armored car services for the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. The selected vendor will be responsible for weekly cash pick-ups and deposits for the Agent Cashier's Office and the Veterans Canteen Service, with services scheduled on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, excluding federal holidays. This procurement is crucial for ensuring secure and timely financial transactions for Veterans, with an expected total award amount of approximately $43 million over an initial one-year term starting June 1, 2025, and four option years for extension. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Jacob A. Tackett at Jacob.Tackett@va.gov or call 706-469-0691, and note that the deadline for submitting offers has been extended to March 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jacob A Tackett
    (706) 469-0691
    Jacob.Tackett@va.gov
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    36C24725Q0310.pdf
    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for armored car services at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, GA. The selected vendor will be responsible for weekly money pick-ups and deposits for both the Agent Cashier's Office and the Veterans Canteen Service. The contract spans an initial one-year term, starting from June 1, 2025, with four option years for extension. Services are to be provided on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, excluding federal holidays, and must adhere to specified timeframes for pick-ups and deliveries. The expected total award amount is approximately $43 million, emphasizing compliance with various federal regulations, including provisions for small business engagement. The agreement outlines performance standards, invoicing procedures, and penalties for non-compliance, ensuring quality and accountability. The requirement for electronic payment submissions signifies a modern approach to financial transactions. Overall, this RFP represents the government's commitment to ensuring secure and timely financial services for Veterans while fostering business opportunities for eligible contractors in accordance with federal procurement practices.
    36C24725Q0310 0001.pdf
    This document serves as an amendment to a solicitation issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for cash pick-up services, specifically under the contract number 36C24725Q0310. The amendment addresses questions and answers from potential bidders regarding the terms of the solicitation. Key inquiries include the flexibility of pick-up times, the exact location of the required Wells Fargo Main Branch, and an estimate of cash volumes for pick-ups. It clarifies that pick-up times can be adjusted to 9 AM - 12 PM. However, there is no consistent estimate of cash volumes, given the variable nature of funds generated by the agent cashier and canteen services. The document ensures all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged, reaffirming commitment to providing potential contractors with clear and concise information to aid in formulating their bids. This process reflects standard practices in government procurement, promoting transparency and fairness.
    36C24725Q0310 0002.pdf
    The document outlines an amendment regarding a solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically referencing the amendment of solicitation number 36C24725Q0310. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the deadline for submitting offers to March 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST. The amendment emphasizes that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The communication is directed to all potential offerors and highlights the importance of acknowledging receipt of the amendment to avoid rejection of offers. The contracting officer, Jacob A. Tackett, is identified as the point of contact for further inquiries. This amendment serves as a formal notification to bidders, ensuring they have ample time to prepare their submissions while maintaining compliance with federal contracting procedures. The document structure follows standard federal format for document amendments, ensuring clarity and adherence to government regulations.
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