R602--IC CBOC Courier
ID: 36C26324Q1187Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/791f053aba23419d953d538b746b7b16/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotes for courier services to support the Iowa City VA Healthcare System, with the solicitation number 36C26324Q1187. The contractor will be responsible for delivering labor, materials, and transportation to facilitate courier services between various VA outpatient clinics and the Iowa City Veterans Affairs Medical Center, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including HIPAA for patient confidentiality. This procurement is a total set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with an anticipated contract duration from October 3, 2024, to October 2, 2025, and the option for four additional one-year periods. Interested offerors must submit their quotes by September 20, 2024, at 10:00 AM CST, and direct any technical questions to Contracting Officer Jesse Sweesy at jesse.sweesy@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jesse SweesyContracting Officer
    605-347-2511 x16724
    jesse.sweesy@va.gov
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    36C26324Q1187_1.docx
    The document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically requesting quotes for Courier Services for the Iowa City VA Health Care System. The solicitation number is 36C26324Q1187, and the response deadline for quotes is set for September 20, 2024, at 10:00 AM CST. This procurement is categorized as a total set-aside for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and utilizes the NAICS code 492110. The anticipated contract duration spans from October 3, 2024, to October 2, 2025, with the possibility of four additional one-year options. Interested offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at the time of their quotation. Technical questions are to be directed to the Contracting Officer, Jesse Sweesy, by email no later than September 15, 2024. The document emphasizes the importance of timely submission of quotes and provides additional details relevant to interested contractors, including the responsibilities of the offeror to ensure their submission is complete and received before the closing date.
    RFQ 36C26324Q1187v2.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for courier services to support the Iowa City VA Healthcare System. The contractor is responsible for delivering all necessary labor, materials, and transportation to provide courier services between various VA outpatient clinics and the Iowa City Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The initial contract period spans from October 3, 2024, to October 2, 2025, with the option for four additional years. It highlights the importance of compliance with federal regulations, including the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), ensuring patient confidentiality during transport. Key requirements include proper training for personnel handling sensitive materials, vehicles meeting safety standards, and adherence to specific pick-up and drop-off schedules. The contractor must maintain rigorous personnel standards, including background checks, and must implement strict safety and operational protocols to manage confidential and biomedical materials. The document emphasizes the need for systematic invoicing and quality assurance measures to monitor service levels, ensuring accountability and adherence to the government’s performance standards.
    WD 2015-4983 Johnson County.pdf
    The document is a Wage Determination notice under the Service Contract Act, specifically for Iowa counties of Johnson and Washington. It outlines the minimum wage requirements for various occupations, specifying the minimum rates applicable for contracts beginning or renewing on or after January 30, 2022, in accordance with Executive Orders 14026 and 13658. Key points include jobs listed across multiple occupational categories, required minimum wage rates, fringe benefits, paid sick leave provisions, and health and welfare rates. The document also provides a structured process for contractors to request classification conformance for unlisted job titles and details on the compensation that must be paid, including additional pay differentials for hazardous work and uniform allowances. This wage determination is crucial for ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations related to worker wages and benefits, emphasizing worker rights and proper compensation under government contracts. The comprehensive listing of job titles and their classifications serves as a guideline for agencies and contractors involved in federal grants and state/local RFPs.
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