Controlled Document Shredding at Watervliet Arsenal
ID: W911PT25Q0016Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC WVAWATERVLIET, NY, 12189-4000, USA

NAICS

All Other Support Services (561990)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: PAPER SHREDDING (R614)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is seeking proposals for controlled document shredding services at the Watervliet Arsenal in New York. The procurement involves the pickup, shredding, and recycling of sensitive documents from contractor-furnished bins, with a requirement for biweekly scheduled pickups and the option for unscheduled pickups throughout the year. This initiative underscores the Army's commitment to effective record management and environmental responsibility, ensuring the secure handling of military documents in compliance with federal regulations. Interested small businesses, particularly those owned by veterans or women, must ensure their System for Award Management (SAM) registration is active and submit their proposals electronically, as hard copies will not be accepted. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Dana Gleeson at dana.m.gleeson.civ@army.mil.

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    The document outlines a scope of work for the controlled destruction of documents at the Watervliet Arsenal. It specifies the collection, shredding, and recycling of sensitive documents stored in contractor-furnished bins, with approximately 28 bins collected biweekly. Shredding must occur on-site the same day as collection, and unscheduled pickups may occur about 12 times per year with prior notice. The contractor is responsible for transporting shredded materials to recycling containers or providing proof of recycling efforts. Compliance with regulations mandates that all contractor employees must be U.S. citizens, and all services are subject to inspection by government representatives for quality assurance. The file also details the locations of document bins across various buildings within the Arsenal, ensuring proper management of controlled destruction activities. Overall, the document emphasizes the need for secure handling and disposal of sensitive materials in accordance with federal requirements.
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for controlled destruction services at the Watervliet Arsenal, as detailed under solicitation number W911PT25Q0016. This acquisition focuses on the pickup, shredding, and recycling of controlled destruction documents from specified bins, with an emphasis on compliance with delivery schedules and quality standards. Participation is limited to U.S. citizens, and the contract mandates adherence to occupational safety requirements aligned with OSHA guidelines. Key provisions include scheduled pickups every two weeks, options for unscheduled pickups, and detailed procedures for the recycling of shredded materials. Compliance with various Department of Defense acquisition regulations and labor standards is required. Moreover, the contractor must ensure the confidentiality of military technology and services performed under this contract, with penalties for noncompliance. Overall, this RFQ represents the Army's commitment to proper record management and environmental responsibility, encouraging competitive bids from small businesses, particularly those owned by veterans or women. Emphasizing timely execution and quality service, the document serves as a significant step in organizing military document management processes.
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