CO NATL BLCK-FTD FERRET CONSERV CT - Trash Removal
ID: 140FS225Q0071Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, SAT TEAM 2Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Solid Waste Collection (562111)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- TRASH/GARBAGE COLLECTION (S205)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d36a3674bd3f4382811f031d42f615d1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, is seeking qualified contractors to provide trash removal services at the National Black-footed Ferret Conservation Center in Carr, Colorado. This procurement involves a five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) that requires the contractor to manage a significant volume of waste, including animal waste and general trash, with a commitment to emptying dumpsters weekly and adhering to all relevant regulations. The services are crucial for maintaining a clean environment that supports the Center's conservation efforts, particularly in the rearing and reintroduction of endangered black-footed ferrets into the wild. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by March 18, 2025, to Dana Arnold at dana_arnold@fws.gov, with the BPA set to commence on March 28, 2025, and run through March 27, 2030.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Arnold, Dana
    (703) 468-8289
    dana_arnold@fws.gov
    Files
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    A04_-_SOW_-_NBFFCC_Trash_Services.pdf
    The National Black-footed Ferret Conservation Center in Carr, Colorado, which houses a significant portion of the world's endangered black-footed ferrets, requires a comprehensive trash removal service as part of its 5-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). The Center produces a considerable volume of waste weekly, including animal waste and general trash, and aims to fulfill the objective of having its dumpsters emptied weekly. The service includes compliance with all relevant regulations and laws regarding waste removal, encompassing three containers of varying sizes (two 2-cubic yard containers and one 3-cubic yard container). This request underscores the Center's commitment to maintaining a clean environment to support its conservation mission effectively, especially as it prepares to rear and reintroduce healthy ferret kits into the wild, thus contributing to species recovery efforts.
    B03_-_Service_Contract_Act_WD___2015-5425.pdf
    Sol_140FS225Q0071.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) focused on trash removal services at the National Black-footed Ferret Conservation Center, set to commence from March 28, 2025, to March 27, 2030. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by March 18, 2025, via email to the designated contracting officer, Dana Arnold. Key requirements include providing a completed SF 1449 form, a detailed price list for services, a narrative demonstrating technical capabilities, and evidence of past performance. The selection will prioritize vendors who can meet technical requirements, have a positive past performance record, and offer competitive pricing. The BPA obligates the government solely for authorized purchases, with multiple authorized callers designated for placing calls. Provisions regarding compliance with economic and performance standards are detailed, including the need for contractors to verify their status regarding small business classifications, environmental standards, and compatibility with federal acquisition regulations. This procurement process emphasizes the government's commitment to supporting small businesses and ensuring that services align with conservation efforts.
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