The Great Plains Area Indian Health Service (IHS) is soliciting quotes for a Firm-Fixed Price contract for Bio-Medical Waste Pick-up and Removal Services at the Fort Yates IHS Hospital in North Dakota. This request, identified as RFQ 75H70625Q00119, is exclusively set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). The contract covers a Base Year and four option years, with arrangements for 24 pickups per year. Quotes must be inclusive of all associated costs, and submissions should comply with specified instructions and clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The evaluation process will assess technical acceptability, pricing, and past performance. Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) as mandated by federal regulations. The document outlines the requirements in detail, including the necessity for documentation to meet federal, state, and local laws regarding bio-medical waste disposal. The deadline for quote submission is July 22, 2025, and questions should be directed to the specified contracting officer by July 18, 2025. This procurement process reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring proper waste management in healthcare settings while fostering opportunities for small businesses in the Indian community.
The document serves as an amendment to solicitation number 75H70625Q00119, issued by the Indian Health Service (IHS) within the Great Plains Area. It updates specific details related to the management of bio-medical waste. Key updates include the types of waste to be handled—such as blood, needles, and sutures—an estimated monthly waste quantity of 1,500 pounds, and the current inventory of 11 containers, each with a capacity of 90 gallons. Pick-up is scheduled every two weeks for approximately 5-8 containers. Importantly, the closing date for offers remains unchanged, and the performance period is set from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2030. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to avoid rejection of their offers, with various methods available for acknowledgment, including electronic communication. The amendment ensures that all other contract terms remain unchanged, demonstrating the IHS's commitment to maintaining clear communication and operational standards in managing hazardous waste effectively within health facilities.