3rd Party Asbestos Monitoring
ID: 36C24525Q0027Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: INDUSTRIAL HYGIENICS (R428)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/aa4852e9a6b9436a935e9de4209043f0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for independent third-party asbestos monitoring services at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg, West Virginia. The contractor will be responsible for overseeing the asbestos abatement process, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, including air monitoring, inspections, and testing throughout the project duration. This contract, valued at approximately $19 million, is set to run from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025, with a strong encouragement for participation from service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by October 21, 2024, and direct any questions to the primary contact, Veronica B. Dillard, at veronica.dillard@va.gov.

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    Veronica B. Dillard
    veronica.dillard@va.gov
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    36C24525Q0027.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for asbestos abatement air monitoring and inspection services at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg, WV, under requisition number 36C24525Q0027. The contract is set to run from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025, with a total award amount estimated at $19 million, and is open to all eligible contractors, with particular encouragement for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the responsibilities of the contractor, including independent oversight of the asbestos abatement contractor to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Critical tasks include establishing background levels of asbestos, conducting air monitoring during abatement, unannounced inspections, and performing final inspections to verify compliance. The document details various stipulations, including the use of specific laboratory analyses for air samples, strict adherence to federal and state health and safety regulations, and timely submission of invoices in electronic formats. All proposals must be submitted by October 21, 2024, while questions are to be directed to the contracting officer by October 16, 2024. The acquisition is characterized by mandatory compliance with various government contracting regulations and practices.
    ATTACHMENT - WD NO. 2015-4353.pdf
    The "Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act" outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits applicable to federal contracts within designated areas, specifically West Virginia. The document specifies that contracts entered on or after January 30, 2022, must adhere to Executive Order 14026, requiring a minimum wage of $17.20 per hour, while older contracts follow Executive Order 13658 with a base rate of $12.90 per hour. The report includes detailed wage tables for various occupations, ranging from administrative support to technical roles, outlining specific hourly rates and mandatory fringe benefits, including health and welfare compensations and vacation time. Additionally, it mandates compliance with regulations on paid sick leave and sets forth provisions for unlisted occupation classifications and their wage rates via a formal conformance process with the Department of Labor. Overall, the document serves as a guideline for federal contractors to ensure fair labor practices and compliance with established wage standards, contributing to the government's efforts to uphold worker rights in public service contracts.
    VPIH Specifications.pdf
    The document outlines the contract specifications for the asbestos abatement project at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg, WV. It involves the removal of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) from specified locations, including pipe insulation and aircell pipe insulation debris. The contractor is responsible for pre-abatement procedures, including approvals, inspections, and preparation of regulated areas, as well as abatement activities like encapsulation, cleanup, and waste disposal. Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations is emphasized, highlighting necessary safety and health standards for workers, including mandatory training and medical evaluations. The document also details emergency procedures, decontamination processes, and the establishment of regulated areas to protect workers and ensure environmental safety. Overall, the purpose is to ensure a systematic and compliant approach to safely manage and remove asbestos as part of facility upgrades, aligning with government health regulations and service commitments to veterans.
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