F108--Unrestricted - Pharmaceutical Waste Pickup and Destruction
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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 CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259), is soliciting proposals for Unrestricted Pharmaceutical Waste Pickup and Destruction Services for VISN 19. The services are required for the VISN 19 Expired Pharmaceutical Program located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This opportunity seeks comprehensive solutions for managing hazardous and non-hazardous pharmaceutical waste in accordance with EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subpart P. Quotes are due by April 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM MST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, analysis, travel, transportation, documentation, waste treatment, and disposal services. Key requirements include:
- Destruction of EPA RCRA-defined hazardous pharmaceutical waste.
- Provision and maintenance of all necessary licenses and permits for waste removal and disposal.
- Disposal of spills/releases of hazardous materials/wastes (excluding remediation waste).
- Disposal via incineration, treatment, or secure landfill, with incineration being the preferred method.
- Ensuring no future expense potential to the VA or federal government.
- Providing certificates of destruction and recycling within 375 calendar days of shipment.
Services are expected to be performed Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM local time, excluding National Holidays, though out-of-cycle pickups may be required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Duration: Anticipated five (5) years, including option periods.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal Facilities) with a $25 Million size standard.
- Questions Due: April 16, 2026, 10:00 AM MST, via email to charles.gritzmacher@va.gov.
- Quotes Due: April 24, 2026, 10:00 AM MST, via email to charles.gritzmacher@va.gov.
- Published Date: April 10, 2026
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on price, technical capability, and past performance. The government reserves the right to award to the most advantageous offer, not necessarily the lowest priced. Offerors must submit pricing on the provided Price Schedule and hold prices firm for 90 calendar days. Three (3) recent and relevant past performance references are required.
Additional Notes
Bidders should review Attachment 1 - Wage Determination 2015-5405 WY Laramie for minimum wage rates and fringe benefits applicable to Laramie County, Wyoming. Attachment 2 - Inventory for Destruction List provides details on the types and quantities of pharmaceutical products requiring destruction.