R602--Minneapolis VA Out of Town/State Courier
ID: 36C26325Q0649Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery Services (492110)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: COURIER/MESSENGER (R602)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bed78a3911554dada70c1aa7b6028943/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 15, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide Out of Town/State Courier Services for the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. The procurement aims to transport medical specimens, mail, and supplies while adhering to strict handling and temperature control measures for sensitive materials. This opportunity is crucial for ensuring the efficient and safe transport of medical items, with an emphasis on compliance with federal and state regulations, including HIPAA training for drivers. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and responses by April 15, 2025, to Contract Specialist Alisha Milander at Alisha.Milander@va.gov, as this notice serves solely for market research and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

Point(s) of Contact
Alisha MilanderContract Specialist
701-239-3700 x3176
Alisha.Milander@va.gov
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36C26325Q0649.docx
Apr 8, 2025, 9:06 PM UTC
The Minneapolis VA Medical Center is seeking potential vendors to provide Out of Town/State Courier Services for transporting medical specimens, mail, and supplies. The notice serves as a Sources Sought Notice for market research to inform the acquisition strategy, not as a solicitation for proposals. Responses are due by April 15, 2025, and interested parties must demonstrate their capabilities. The contract will involve daily pickups and deliveries, with strict handling and temperature control measures for sensitive materials. Contractors should have experience in courier services and must comply with federal and state regulations, including training for drivers on HIPAA and safety protocols. The document details specific requirements, responsibilities, and performance expectations for successful bidders, emphasizing quality assurance and compliance to facilitate efficient and safe transport of medical items.
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