The Veterans Affairs (VA) Department released a Sources Sought Notice to gather market intelligence regarding potential sources for Ground Ambulance Service for the Fargo VA Health Care System. This notice, under solicitation number 36C26325Q1026, seeks information on both small and large businesses capable of providing contracted emergency and non-emergency ambulance transportation services, including Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) services, available 24/7. The notice emphasizes that it is purely informational and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to contract, urging respondents to submit capability statements. It includes requirements for interested parties to indicate their size classifications under the NAICS code 621910 and requests that no pricing information be included at this stage. The response deadline is set for August 7, 2025, via email to the contracting specialist, Dennis Salmonsen. This document serves as a preliminary step in the federal procurement process, aimed at identifying qualified vendors without binding the government to any agreements at this time.
The Fargo VA Medical Center (FARHCS) seeks contracted non-emergency ambulance transportation services to assist over 36,000 veterans across North Dakota, Minnesota, and South Dakota. The contractor must provide Basic and Advanced Life Support services, available 24/7. The contract, structured as a Firm-Fixed-Price service with five one-year options, requires adherence to rigorous regulations ensuring qualified personnel, compliance with safety standards, and provision of necessary equipment. The contractor must utilize the VetRide Vendor Portal for trip requests and invoicing and maintain a Quality Control Plan to address service quality. Pickup and delivery procedures, reports of incidents, and patient welfare are emphasized. The assessment includes the contractor's compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as training, insurance, and performance evaluations. This initiative reflects the VA’s commitment to delivering efficient healthcare services to veterans through accessibility and coordinated emergency medical services.