National CMOP Hazardous Waste Removal

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to solicitation 36C77026R0008 makes the following changes:

• CLIN 0009 Correction: Corrects CLIN 0009 and its sub-CLINs from "Kansas (760A)" to "Charleston (766)" in accordance with SOW Section "VA CONSOLIDATED MAIL OUTPATIENT PHARMACY (CMOP) FACILITIES".
• Q&A and Site Visit Details: Adds Questions & Answers and Site Visit information, referencing the document "36C77026R0008 Q&A FINAL 04282026.PDF".
• Revised Pricing Sheet: Provides a revised pricing rate sheet (XLSX) attachment, including added category items highlighted in yellow (CMOP Haz Waste Pricing Sheet R1.0.XLSX).
• CMOP Location Information: Includes a document with CMOP details and location information (VA CMOP Hazardous Waste Locations.PDF).
• Due Date Extension: Extends the solicitation due date and time from May 1, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT to May 15, 2026, 3:00 PM CDT.

• CLIN 0009 and its sub-CLINs
• SOW Section "VA CONSOLIDATED MAIL OUTPATIENT PHARMACY (CMOP) FACILITIES"
• Pricing Rate Sheet (XLSX)
• Q&A and Site Visit details
• CMOP Location Information document

The proposal submission deadline has been extended to May 15, 2026, 3:00 PM CDT. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding solicitation 36C77026R0008, which pertains to waste management services for VA CMOP facilities.

• Incumbent Contractor: Clean Harbors Environmental SE (UEI MBMCF42D4CF7) is the incumbent. The current award number referenced is 36C77021A0014.
• Pick-Up Schedule: Pick-up frequencies vary from 1 to 4 times per year per site. Most pickups are scheduled 2-4 weeks in advance; unscheduled pickups are rare.
• Generator Status: All facilities are SQG or VSQG, with none being LQG, as most have adopted EPA Subpart P.
• Waste Containers: Most locations utilize 30 and 55-gallon containers.
• Training: On-site annual training for hazardous and universal waste handlers is required. Less than five employees per location will be trained. USDOT training is valid for 36 months, RCRA generator training for 12 months. IATA training is included, though most waste ships via ground transport.
• Quantities & Treatment: Annual quantities shipped, utilized treatment methods (Incineration), and copies of EPA 8700-22 are available upon request or attached. Historical manifests are not provided.
• Formulary Review: A CLIN for formulary review may be needed for proper waste classification, as the SOW requires contractor collaboration with CORs for waste profiles.
• Mixed Waste: No mixed or radioactive waste has been shipped in the last 12 months.
• Controlled Substances: Charleston, Murfreesboro, and Hines facilities dispense controlled substances.
• Containers: Mail back or reusable pharma containers are not included in this contract.
• Pricing: Offerors must submit a pricing/rate sheet mapped to categories in the attached pricing sheet. A summary of items shipped over the last 24 months is attached.
• Site Visits: Site visits are available for interested parties, with a specific visit scheduled for Dallas on Friday, May 1, at 10:00 AM.
• Kansas & Massachusetts: These states are non-Subpart P; shipping quantities for RCRA hazardous (non P-listed) and P-listed waste are available upon request.

These clarifications address vendor inquiries regarding operational details, training requirements, waste handling specifics, and pricing structure, providing essential information for proposal preparation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing sheet for hazardous waste services, detailing rates for various waste types, containers, labor, and equipment. Bidders should use this sheet to understand the cost structure associated with hazardous waste management under this contract.

• Container Pricing: Lists various drum and container types (e.g., 30 Gal Poly Drum, 55 Gal Steel Drum, Flexbin) with associated unit prices. Most listed container prices are $0.0, with a note indicating they are 'Include[d] in Unit Pricing, Not Additional'.
• Absorbent Materials: Pricing for Poly Absorbent and Vermiculite.
• High Hazard Services: Fees for Remote Opening Charge, Drop off fee, Stop Fee, and Witness Burn Fee.
• Waste Code Disposal Pricing: Details disposal prices per unit (e.g., 01DM, 05DM, 30DM, 55DM) for numerous waste categories including Specification Oils, Organic Liquids, Glycols, Mercury Bulbs, various battery types, Pharmaceuticals, and Paints.
• Bulbs: Pricing for different types of lamps for reclamation.
• Bio-Hazard and Technical Personnel: Hourly rates for various field personnel, technicians, chemists, supervisors, designers, and engineers.
• Administrative/Managerial Personnel: Hourly rates for Project Managers.
• Support Equipment: Hourly rates for Box Truck.
• Transportation & Labor: Rates for transportation and labor at specific CMOP locations, with notes on demurrage.
• Annual Employee Training: Rates for on-site training at CMOP locations.

This pricing sheet provides the established rates for services and materials related to hazardous waste management. Bidders should review these rates to understand the cost components of the contract and how pricing will be applied to different waste streams and services. The zero dollar values for many container types suggest these costs are incorporated into other service fees.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides information on hazardous waste management at various VA CMOP (Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy) locations. It details the size of hazardous waste storage areas, includes waste logs with monthly weigh-ins and pick-up dates for specific CMOPs (Leavenworth, Chelmsford, Murfreesboro, Charleston), and describes the types and quantities of waste handled.

• Leavenworth CMOP: Waste log for 2025, showing monthly hazardous waste weigh-ins and HAZMAT pick-up dates. Includes container weights (P Listed, U & D Listed) and weight of loose tablets.
• Chelmsford CMOP: Waste log for 2025, detailing monthly acute hazardous waste weigh-ins, including weight of bottles/drums/boxes/containers, calculated weight of residue, weight of loose tablets, and total weight.
• Murfreesboro CMOP: Waste log for 2025, detailing one pick-up, including DOT description, container type and quantity, total quantity, unit weight, and waste codes.
• Charleston CMOP: Quantities of hazardous waste pharmaceutical waste from October 2025 to March 2026, broken down by month, waste type, location ID, and weight (lbs).
• General Information: Descriptions and images of hazardous waste cages and rooms at Leavenworth, Shawnee, Chelmsford, Tucson, Dallas, Murfreesboro, Hines, and Charleston CMOPs. Notes on pharmaceutical returns handled by different contractors and relocation plans for some facilities.

This document provides critical data on the volume, type, and frequency of hazardous waste generation at various VA CMOP sites. Bidders involved in hazardous waste management services can use this information to understand the scope of work, estimate resource needs, and tailor their proposals. It highlights specific locations, waste streams (e.g., pharmaceutical waste, toxic substances), and historical data that are essential for developing accurate bids and operational plans.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste Pickup and Disposal Services for multiple VA Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) facilities across the United States. The CMOP program dispenses over 130 million prescriptions annually.

• Collection, analysis, preparation, packaging, labeling, removal, transport, storage, treatment, and disposal of hazardous, non-hazardous, universal, and specialty waste.

• Services must comply with Federal, State, and Local laws, including EPA and DOT regulations, and national consensus standards (e.g., The Joint Commission).

• Contractor must maintain all necessary hazardous waste permits and licenses, and possess an EPA authorization and identification number, along with DOT permits and insurance.

• Waste categories include Hazardous Waste, Extremely Hazardous Waste, Universal Waste, Asbestos Waste, General Waste, and Medical Waste.

• Specific definitions are provided for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals and Non-creditable Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals.

• Contractor must provide all collection containers, labels, and packing materials at no additional cost.

• On-site annual training for CMOP employees handling hazardous and/or universal waste is required.

• Tracking documents, including manifests, must be maintained and submitted.

• Spill response and clean-up services are required 24/7.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

• Period of Performance: Five-year contract with a base year and four option years.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 562112 has a size standard of $47 Million.

• Solicitation Issue Date: April 13, 2026

• Offer Due Date: May 1, 2026, 13:00 CDT

• Questions Due By: April 17, 2026, 15:00 CST (email only to Renee.Kreutzer@va.gov)

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability (must conform to SoW), Past Performance, Price, and Socioeconomic Status (SDVOSB/VOSB). Technical and past performance combined are equal to Price.

• Tradeoffs are permitted.

• This acquisition is 100% set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).

• Offerors must be certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database.

• Multiple WOSB (Women-Owned Small Business) apply to this solicitation.

• The Leavenworth and Charleston CMOP facilities may be relocating during the contract period.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of amendments.

• Electronic submission of payment requests is required via Tungsten OB-10.

• Specific clauses regarding security prohibitions, limitations on subcontracting, and representations/certifications are included.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and services, issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP), in accordance with FAR subpart 12.202. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), NCO 15 Contracting Office, is seeking proposals for Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste Pickup and Disposal Services for multiple Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) facilities across the United States. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation document will not be issued.

• Provision of hazardous, non-hazardous, universal, and specialty waste disposal services.

• Services include collection, analysis, preparation, packaging, labeling, removal, transportation, storage, treatment, and disposal of waste.

• Compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, policies, and guidelines, including EPA and DOT regulations, and VA infectious medical waste requirements.

• Maintenance of all necessary hazardous waste permits and licenses.

• Provision of labor, supervision, materials, equipment, containers, transportation, and waste manifests.

• Specific waste categories include Hazardous Waste, Extremely Hazardous Waste, Universal Waste, Asbestos Waste, General Waste, and Medical Waste.

• This is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• The contract period is for five years, consisting of a base year and four option years.

• Base Year POP: 04-06-2026 to 04-05-2027

• Option Year 1 POP: 04-06-2027 to 04-05-2028

• Option Year 2 POP: 04-06-2028 to 04-05-2029

• Option Year 3 POP: 04-06-2029 to 04-05-2030

• Option Year 4 POP: 04-06-2030 to 04-05-2031

• Proposals must be submitted via email by 1 MAY 2026, 1300 CST.

• Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website.

• RFO FAR 52.212-3 is reserved, and SAM registration is required at the time of submission.

• Proposals must include a statement regarding acceptance of terms and conditions, noting any exceptions.

• The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 562112, with a small business size standard of $47 Million.

• This solicitation is set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) / Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB).

• The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01.

• Locations of CMOP facilities are subject to change.

• The full text of FAR provisions or clauses can be accessed at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in the specified geographic area: South Carolina Counties of Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contracts subject to the Service Contract Act.
• Occupational Listings: The document provides a comprehensive list of occupations, each with a corresponding occupational code, title, and minimum hourly wage rate. It also includes footnotes for specific occupations.
• Fringe Benefits: Fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific details on Health & Welfare benefits are provided, including rates per hour, per week, and per month, with variations based on Executive Orders (EO 13706 and EO 13658).
• Executive Orders: Notes detail the applicability and requirements of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), including specific rates and conditions.
• Vacation and Holidays: Standard provisions for paid vacation (based on years of service) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays are outlined.
• Hazardous Pay: Information on hazardous pay differentials (8% and 4%) for work involving ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials is included.
• Uniform Allowance: Requirements for providing and maintaining uniforms are detailed, including reimbursement standards.
• Conformance Process: Procedures for requesting additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination are outlined, including the use of the Service Contract Act Directory of Occupations.

This wage determination is crucial for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. It dictates the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to service employees working on covered contracts within the specified geographic area. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-4647, Revision No. 30) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work under the Service Contract Act in specific counties of Tennessee.

• Lists numerous occupations categorized by occupational code and title.
• Provides a minimum hourly "RATE" for each listed occupation.
• Includes footnotes for specific occupations that may have additional requirements or exclusions (e.g., Computer Employees, Air Traffic Controllers, Hazardous Pay Differentials).
• Details required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week) and Paid Sick Leave (1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually, as per EO 13706).
• Outlines vacation policies (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 10 years, 4 weeks after 15 years).
• Lists 11 paid holidays per year.
• Explains the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

This wage determination is critical for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under the Service Contract Act in the specified Tennessee counties. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and fringe benefits meet or exceed these requirements to be compliant. Failure to adhere to these wage rates can lead to contract violations.

Wage Determination

This document, Wage Determination No. 2015-5017, Revision No. 31, dated December 3, 2025, establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work under the Service Contract Act in the Illinois counties of Cook, Du Page, and McHenry.

• The document lists specific occupational codes and titles.

• For each occupation, a minimum hourly wage rate is provided.

• It mandates that fringe benefits, as described in the document, must also be provided.

• This is a wage determination, not a solicitation or contract itself.

• It serves as a baseline for wages and benefits on contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.

N/A (This document is not a solicitation requiring proposal submissions or evaluations).

N/A (This document sets wage and benefit standards, not eligibility or set-aside requirements).

• Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) are referenced, outlining additional requirements for contractors.
• Information on paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays is provided.
• Procedures for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (Conformance Process) are detailed, including the use of the Service Contract Act Directory of Occupations.
• Hazardous pay differentials (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard) and uniform allowance requirements are also outlined.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5227, Revision No. 27) for the Service Contract Act, effective December 3, 2025. It lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in the Texas counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, and Rockwall.

This wage determination is crucial for any contractor bidding on a Service Contract Act-covered opportunity in the specified Texas counties. It outlines the minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits for a wide range of job classifications, ensuring compliance with federal labor laws. Bidders must use these rates when calculating their proposals to ensure they meet the government's requirements for fair compensation of employees working on the contract.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5473, Revision No. 27) for the Service Contract Act, applicable to Pima County, Arizona. It lists various occupations with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and specifies required fringe benefits.

This document is crucial for any bidder on a Service Contract Act-covered opportunity in Pima County, Arizona. It establishes the minimum wage rates and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under such a contract. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor costs align with these requirements to be compliant. Key information includes:

• Minimum Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of occupations and their corresponding minimum hourly wages.
• Fringe Benefits: Mandates that fringe benefits must follow the occupational listing, with a specific Health & Welfare rate of $5.55 per hour (or $222.00 per week / $962.00 per month).
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining specific requirements and minimum hourly rates for 2025 ($13.30 or higher if listed in the determination).
• Vacation and Holidays: Details paid vacation (2-4 weeks based on service length) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays.
• Hazardous Pay: Specifies differential pay rates (8% or 4%) for work involving ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Outlines requirements for providing uniforms and reimbursing for cleaning costs ($3.35 per week).
• Conformance Process: Explains the procedure for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5105, Revision No. 27) for the Service Contract Act, applicable to Kansas counties of Johnson, Leavenworth, Linn, Miami, Wyandotte, and Missouri counties of Bates, Caldwell, Cass, Clay, Clinton, Jackson, Lafayette, and Ray. It lists various occupational codes, titles, and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to service employees working under a contract covered by this determination. Bidders must ensure their proposed pricing reflects these mandated rates to comply with the Service Contract Act. It provides a comprehensive list of occupations and their associated wage requirements, which is essential for accurate cost estimation and proposal development.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-4035, Revision No. 33) applicable to Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It lists various occupations and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required under the Service Contract Act. The document also includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage adjustments, as well as details on vacation, holidays, and hazardous pay differentials.

This wage determination is crucial for any contractor bidding on or performing a Service Contract Act-covered service contract within the specified geographic area. It establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates that must be paid to employees performing work under such a contract. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing hazardous waste contract rates and pricing. It details the unit prices for various labor, equipment, and material categories, as well as waste code disposal pricing and bulb reclamation rates.

• Labor, Equipment and Materials: Lists various container types (drums, flexbins, lab paks) and absorbent materials with associated unit prices. Most items are noted as "Include in Unit Pricing, Not Additional."
• High Hazard: Includes fees for specific hazardous waste services like Remote Opening Charge, Drop off fee, Stop Fee, and Witness Burn Fee.
• Waste Code Disposal Pricing: Provides unit prices for different waste types (e.g., Specification Oils, Organic Liquid with Halogens, Glycols, Mercury Bulbs) categorized by waste codes and volume (e.g., 01DM, 05DM, 30DM, 55DM).
• Bulbs: Lists reclamation rates for different types of lamps (Low Pressure Sodium, UV, Xenon Arc, Mercury, LED).
• Bio-Hazard Field Personnel & Technical Personnel: Lists hourly rates for various personnel roles, including overtime and doubletime.
• Transportation & Labor: Outlines transportation and labor rates for different CMOP locations, with notes on demurrage.
• Annual Employee Training: Lists hourly and session rates for training at various CMOP locations.

This pricing sheet is crucial for bidders to understand the cost structure associated with hazardous waste services. It provides the basis for calculating bid prices for various waste streams, container types, personnel, and transportation services required under the contract. Bidders should review these rates to determine their ability to provide competitive pricing and to accurately estimate costs for the opportunity.