Non-Emergent Ground Ambulance CON94 Northern Arizona VA Health Care System
Overview
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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 Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS) is soliciting proposals for non-emergent ground ambulance services for its facilities and associated Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Prescott, AZ. The contractor will provide Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) services 24/7. Offers are due by June 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of all vehicles, personnel, management, supplies, equipment, and necessary reporting for non-emergency BLS and ALS ambulance transportation services. Services must be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays.
Key Requirements / Deliverables
- Provide non-emergent BLS and ALS ambulance services compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Ensure contractor personnel (EMTs, Paramedics, drivers) meet specific qualifications and undergo background checks.
- Vehicles must meet all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and specifications.
- Maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP).
- Transport patients, and potentially their luggage, medical records, and medication.
- Utilize the VetRide Vendor Portal or VA-Approved Transportation Software for service requests and invoicing.
- Comply with HIPAA and OSHA Blood Borne Pathogens protocols.
- Possess an Arizona State Certificate of Necessity for award.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation
- Contract Period: July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2030 (includes a base period and four option periods).
- NAICS Code: 621910 - Ambulance Services (Estimated size standard: $22.5 Million).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted procurement.
- Offers Due: June 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM MDT.
- Questions Due: June 16, 2026.
- Published Date: June 11, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted as two separate files: File #1 (General Information and Price/Cost Schedule) and File #2 (Special Standards of Responsibility), which must include proof of training, certifications, and licenses for personnel. Evaluation will be based on Price and other factors deemed most advantageous to the Government.
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes numerous FAR and VAAR clauses. A Business Associate Agreement is required due to the handling of Protected Health Information (PHI).