R499--36C25524Q0400 | Regulated Medical Waste Disposal | VISN Wide
ID: 36C25524Q0400Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (562211)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/17b8b1d20e82423b8069b78c001eb34a/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors for a five-year Indefinite Quantity Indefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract for the removal, transportation, and disposal of regulated medical waste across various facilities within the VISN 15 network. The contractor will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations while managing waste from multiple VA Medical Centers and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics, with a total contract ceiling of $2.5 million and a guaranteed minimum of $200,000. This procurement is critical for maintaining health and safety standards in veteran healthcare facilities, emphasizing the importance of proper waste management. Interested parties must submit their proposals by October 30, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Aubrey L. Visocsky at Aubrey.Visocsky@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Aubrey L VisocskyContract Specialist
    Aubrey.Visocsky@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25524Q0400_1.docx
    The document outlines a request for quotes (RFQ) concerning a five-year Indefinite Deliver Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the removal and disposal of regulated medical waste from various VA Medical Centers and Clinics within the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15. The intent is to evaluate offers based on pricing, technical capability, and past performance. The contract intends to provide services for numerous facilities across multiple states, with a total contract ceiling of $2.5 million and a guaranteed minimum of $200,000. Key aspects include the specific delivery locations, pickup frequencies, and quantities of waste to be managed. The government maintains the right to issue multiple awards, and specific terms outline payment procedures and requirements for electronic invoicing. The document is structured to offer comprehensive administrative, pricing, and operational details essential for potential contractors to submit competitive bids within the stipulated timeframe. This solicitation emphasizes compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines, supporting transparency and competitiveness in government contracting.
    36C25524Q0400_2 Amendment for QA.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for Regulated Medical Waste Disposal services for VISN 15 VA Medical Centers and Community-Based Outreach Clinics. The solicitation number is 36C25524Q0400, with the offer due by October 30, 2024, at 11:59 PM CDT. The current contractor is NEIE, maintaining contract number 36C25519D0029. Key details include a total award amount of $47 million and a guaranteed minimum payment arrangement for the contractor. The RFQ is available at a specified link, with pay scale guidance provided in the Cost/Price Schedule. An attached Questions & Answers section addresses vendor inquiries regarding service contracts and pricing. The overall aim is to solicit competitive bids from eligible businesses while ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and supporting veteran services through efficient waste disposal management.
    36C25524Q0400_2 Amendment for QA.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for Regulated Medical Waste Disposal services for VISN 15 VA Medical Centers and Community-Based Outreach Clinics. The solicitation number is 36C25524Q0400, with the offer due by October 30, 2024, at 11:59 PM CDT. The current contractor is NEIE, maintaining contract number 36C25519D0029. Key details include a total award amount of $47 million and a guaranteed minimum payment arrangement for the contractor. The RFQ is available at a specified link, with pay scale guidance provided in the Cost/Price Schedule. An attached Questions & Answers section addresses vendor inquiries regarding service contracts and pricing. The overall aim is to solicit competitive bids from eligible businesses while ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and supporting veteran services through efficient waste disposal management.
    36C25524Q0400.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Regulated Medical Waste Disposal Services across its VISN 15 facilities. This announcement, designated 36C25524Q0400, seeks to identify potential contractors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), for a one-year service contract with possible extensions. The contractor must provide comprehensive services including the removal, transportation, and disposal of regulated medical waste while adhering to local, state, and federal regulations. The scope includes multiple facilities with a range of pick-up frequencies, varying from weekly to monthly. The contractor is responsible for ensuring proper training and compliance with health and safety protocols, as well as providing necessary supplies such as collection containers and bags. A performance monitoring system requires the submission of reports detailing waste transportation and disposal activities. Interested parties must respond by May 22, 2024, at 11:59 PM CST. The Government emphasizes that this request is for market research purposes only and is not a commitment to final procurement. All responding businesses must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the VA's VetCert Registry. This notice serves as a preliminary step in assessing the market for potential service vendors and facilitating a future competitive solicitation.
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