The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking bids through Request for Quotation (RFQ) #36C24925Q0089 for office furniture moving, storage, and related services at the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System, Nashville campus. This solicitation, which is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), requires service contractors to manage the relocation of furniture and equipment between multiple healthcare locations, including on-site storage of items as needed.
The contract will have a base period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, with four one-year options available. Bidders must provide detailed quotes documenting their expertise in moving healthcare furnishings and demonstrate their operational capacity within a 50-mile radius of the Nashville VA Medical Center.
Key responsibilities include managing weekly scheduled moves, conducting installations and disassemblies, and providing secure climate-controlled storage. Contractors are also expected to have certified staff and substantial past experience in similar work. Quotes are due by December 30, 2024, and will be evaluated based on lowest price technically acceptable criteria. This initiative illustrates the government’s commitment to supporting veteran-owned businesses in fulfilling its logistical needs while ensuring efficient healthcare delivery.
This document addresses vendor inquiries regarding a total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside solicitation for contract services related to moving and storage at the Alvin C. York and Nashville Veterans Affairs Medical Centers. It references the current contract, 36C24923P0830, awarded to Alfred Williams & CO. The Project Manager or Lead Installer's role includes the preparation of an hourly rate under the stated contract line item for installation services. Additionally, the Project Manager must ensure compliance with various installation certifications, which encompass a range of recognized standards for office furniture installations from renowned manufacturers. The emphasis on certification underscores the importance of quality and adherence to industry standards in the service delivery for these federal projects, highlighting the government's commitment to employing qualified professionals in providing essential services to veteran facilities.