F108--SB Set-aside - Hazardous Waste Disposal Waste Disposal
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically Network Contracting Office 19 (NCO 19), is soliciting proposals for Hazardous Waste Disposal services for its Reverse Distribution Center (RDC) in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The services involve the disposal of EPA RCRA-defined hazardous pharmaceutical waste. Offers are due by February 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of hazardous pharmaceutical waste management, including categorization, packaging, transport, documentation, waste treatment, and final disposal. Key requirements include:
- Disposal of EPA RCRA-defined hazardous pharmaceutical waste.
- Providing and maintaining all necessary licenses and permits.
- Possessing technical expertise and resources for waste removal.
- Handling spills/releases of hazardous materials/wastes (excluding remediation waste).
- Providing waste collection containers, labels, and associated labor.
- Being responsible for all costs associated with remediation of any waste released during service performance.
- Providing all required documentation, such as manifests, waste profiles, and certificates of destruction.
- Utilizing preferred disposal methods including recycling, fuel blending/energy recovery, incineration, treatment, and landfilling.
- Providing a centralized, internet-accessible waste tracking system.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFP/RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 36C25926Q0262
- NAICS Code: 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal Facilities) with a $25 Million size standard.
- Contract Period: A 12-month base period with four 1-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 27, 2026, 2:00 PM Mountain Time, Denver, USA.
- Questions Due: February 18, 2026, 2:00 PM MST.
- Published Date: February 13, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer, Charles Gritzmacher (charles.gritzmacher@va.gov). All questions must also be submitted via email to the same contact by the specified deadline. Evaluation will be based on price, technical capability, and past performance. The Government reserves the right to award to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous, not necessarily the lowest priced.
Key Documents
- Solicitation (36C25926Q0262_1.docx): Contains the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Price/Cost Schedule, Standard Form 1449, and various FAR and VAAR clauses, including specific insurance requirements.
- Wage Determination (Attachment 1): Provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for Laramie County, Wyoming, which is critical for bidders to accurately calculate labor costs and ensure compliance with the Service Contract Act.