R602--Courier Service VISN 22 East Sites

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5481, Revision 29) for the Service Contract Act, applicable to the Arizona counties of Graham, Greenlee, and Santa Cruz. It lists various occupations with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a solicitation that requires services covered by the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic areas. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor costs align with these minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements to be compliant. Key details include:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles and their minimum hourly pay.
• Fringe Benefits: Specific rates for Health & Welfare ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week) and paid vacation/holidays.
• Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave): Mandates 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually, for contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017.
• Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage): Sets a minimum wage rate (applicable rate for 2025 is $13.30/hour or higher if listed on the determination) for contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, unless renewed after January 30, 2022.
• Hazardous Pay Differential: Additional percentages for work involving ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Guidelines on contractor responsibility for uniform costs and maintenance.
• Conformance Process (SF-1444): Outlines the procedure for classifying and determining wages for occupations not explicitly listed in this determination.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) requires medical courier transportation services for the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS), Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center (PVAHCS), and Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS). The contractor will provide all necessary resources, including labor, vehicles, fuel, insurance, and equipment, at no additional cost to the government.

• Service: Provide timely, same-day delivery and pickup of medical supplies, Category B biological specimens, and pharmaceuticals. Shipments must be secure and compliant.

• Packaging: VA employees will pack totes/coolers (max dimensions L 28 in. X W 24 in. X H 16 in., max weight 60 lbs). Contractor must notify POC of any delivery concerns.

• Volume: Daily cargo can range from ten to 35 totes, with potential increases for STAT routes.

• Locations: Services are required across multiple VA facilities and outpatient locations in Northern, Central, and Southern Arizona, as detailed in the document.

• Timeliness: Adherence to same-day delivery schedules and specific pickup/drop-off times for various routes.

• Security: Ensuring shipments are secure and compliant.

• Temperature Control: Maintaining specimens between 65-77°F and sterilized instruments between 66-72°F with 30-60% humidity.

• Separation: Strict separation of specimens, clean instruments, dirty instruments, and other items to prevent cross-contamination.

• Reporting: Daily logs of pick-ups/deliveries, and written reports for lost/broken items within 24 hours.

• Period: Not explicitly stated, but implies ongoing service.

• Place: Multiple VA facilities and associated clinics throughout Arizona (NAVAHCS, PVAHCS, SAVAHCS and their satellite locations).

• Vehicles: Licensed, tagged, well-maintained, and capable of maintaining controlled environments. Must provide carts/equipment at no extra cost. No car trunks for sensitive items.

• Drivers: Valid Arizona driver's license, at least 21 years old, with a clean driving record. Must speak and understand English. No unauthorized passengers or stops.

• Availability: 24/7/365 availability for STAT and emergency calls, with a 60-minute response time for STAT requests.

• Compliance: Adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations for transporting specimens, pharmaceuticals, and instruments. Compliance with ANSI/AAMI ST79:2017 for instrument handling.

• Personnel: Professional appearance, appropriate attire, courteous conduct. Government reserves the right to accept/reject personnel.

• Insurance: Worker's compensation, Employer's Liability, and General Liability insurance.

• Quality Control: Contractor must submit a written quality control program within 15 days of award.

• Confidentiality: Strict adherence to patient information confidentiality and the Federal Privacy Act of 1974.

• Identification: Contractor personnel must wear VA-issued ID badges on VA facility grounds.

• Billing: Only completed trips are billable. Overtime, holiday, or weekend emergency call-back services are included in the contract price and not separately billable.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act (SCA) for Yuma County, Arizona. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing contract work covered by the SCA in that geographic area.

• Occupational Listing: Details specific job titles and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Outlines required health and welfare benefits, paid sick leave (EO 13706), vacation, and holidays.
• Executive Order Applicability: Notes the applicability of Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage) and their specific requirements.
• Footnotes: Provides clarifications for specific occupations, such as computer employees and air traffic controllers, regarding exemptions and special pay differentials (night/Sunday pay).
• Hazardous Pay: Details differential pay rates for working with ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Specifies requirements for providing and maintaining uniforms.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure (using Standard Form 1444) for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a government contract in Yuma County, Arizona. It directly impacts the pricing of proposals by establishing mandatory wage and benefit rates for covered employees. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5471, Revision 27) for Yavapai County, Arizona, under the Service Contract Act (SCA). It lists various occupations with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and specifies required fringe benefits.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a government contract that falls under the Service Contract Act in Yavapai County, Arizona. It establishes the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work on such a contract. Key information includes:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles and their required minimum hourly wages.
• Fringe Benefits: Details on Health & Welfare benefits ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week), paid sick leave (EO 13706), and vacation time (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years).
• Holidays: A minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Executive Orders: Notes on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage for federal contractors), including applicable dates and rates.
• Hazardous Pay: Differentials for working with ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Guidelines on contractor responsibility for uniform costs and maintenance.
• Conformance Process: Instructions for requesting authorization for additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination using Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444).

Other / Unclassified

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

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a government contract that falls under the Service Contract Act in Pima County, Arizona. It establishes the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work on such a contract. Bidders must consult this document to accurately calculate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal labor laws when preparing their proposals. Key information includes:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles with their minimum hourly pay.
• Fringe Benefits: Details on Health & Welfare benefits, paid sick leave (EO 13706), and vacation/holiday policies.
• Executive Orders: Notes on the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage).
• Hazardous Pay: Information on differential pay for working with ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Guidelines on contractor responsibility for uniform costs and maintenance.
• Conformance Process: Instructions for classifying and determining wages for occupations not listed in the determination, using Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444).

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5467, Revision 30) for the County of Mohave, Arizona, under the Service Contract Act. It lists various occupations with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a government contract that falls under the Service Contract Act in Mohave County, Arizona. It establishes the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work on such contracts. Bidders must ensure their proposed pricing reflects these requirements to be compliant. Key details include:

• Occupational Wages: Lists specific minimum hourly rates for a wide range of job classifications.
• Fringe Benefits: Details required Health & Welfare benefits ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week), paid vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 after 5, 4 after 15), and a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), with specific rates and conditions.
• Special Pay Differentials: Outlines hazardous pay differentials (8% or 4%) for work involving ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Specifies requirements for providing and maintaining uniforms if mandated by the contract.
• Conformance Process: Explains the procedure (using Standard Form 1444) for classifying and determining wages for occupations not listed in this determination.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5469, Revision 29) for the Service Contract Act (SCA). It lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations applicable to federal contracts in Maricopa and Pinal Counties, Arizona.

This wage determination is crucial for bidders on federal service contracts in the specified geographic area. It outlines the minimum hourly wages and benefits (health & welfare, vacation, holidays) that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs and ensure compliance with the Service Contract Act when preparing their proposals. It also details specific requirements related to Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), as well as hazardous pay differentials and uniform allowances. The document also provides guidance on the conformance process for unlisted occupations using Standard Form 1444.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5477, Revision 29) for the Service Contract Act. It lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in the Arizona counties of Apache, Gila, and Navajo. The document also includes information on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and the conformance process for additional classifications.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a government contract that falls under the Service Contract Act in the specified Arizona counties. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to employees performing work on the contract. Bidders must consult this document to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. Key details include:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles with corresponding minimum hourly wages.
• Fringe Benefits: Specific rates for Health & Welfare ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week) and Vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years).
• Holidays: A minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Executive Order Applicability: Details on paid sick leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage requirements (EO 13658).
• Hazardous Pay: Differentials for working with ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Guidelines on contractor responsibility for uniform costs and maintenance.
• Conformance Process: Procedures for classifying and determining wages for occupations not listed in the determination using Standard Form 1444.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" for Coconino County, Arizona. It lists various occupations and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required for federal contracts subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA).

This document is crucial for bidders on federal service contracts in Coconino County, Arizona. It establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Bidders must consult this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. Key information includes:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles with their minimum hourly pay.
• Fringe Benefits: Details on required Health & Welfare benefits, vacation time, and paid holidays.
• Executive Orders: Notes on the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), including specific rates and conditions.
• Special Pay Differentials: Information on hazardous pay and night/Sunday pay for specific roles.
• Uniform Allowance: Guidance on contractor responsibilities for uniform costs and maintenance.
• Conformance Process: Instructions for requesting wage rates for occupations not listed in the determination using Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444).

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination for Cochise County, Arizona, under the Service Contract Act (SCA). It lists various occupations with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

This wage determination is crucial for potential bidders on government contracts in Cochise County, Arizona, that are subject to the Service Contract Act. It outlines the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Key information includes:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles and their required minimum hourly wages.
• Fringe Benefits: Details on Health & Welfare, Paid Sick Leave (EO 13706), Vacation, and Holidays.
• Executive Order Applicability: Notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (minimum wage) and their impact on contract requirements.
• Special Pay Differentials: Information on hazardous pay differentials for work with ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Guidance on contractor responsibilities for uniform costs and maintenance.
• Conformance Process: Instructions for requesting additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation is not listed (Standard Form 1444).

Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5477, Revision 29) applicable to the Arizona counties of Apache, Gila, and Navajo. It lists various occupational classifications along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder on a federal contract that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA) within the specified geographic area. It establishes the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work on such a contract. Key information includes:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles and their required minimum hourly wages.
• Fringe Benefits: Details on health and welfare benefits, paid vacation, and paid holidays that must be provided.
• Executive Order Applicability: Notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining additional requirements and minimum rates for contracts awarded on or after specific dates.
• Conformance Process: Instructions for contractors on how to request authorization for additional classifications and wage rates not listed in this determination using Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444).

Bidders must consult this document to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to solicitation # 36C26226Q0384 introduces the following changes:

• Statement of Work Update: Section 13 of Attachment B has been updated to reflect Arizona as the location for services, replacing California. An updated Statement of Work is attached.

• Wage Determinations: Wage Determination documents for each relevant county have been attached.

• BAA Sample Template: Attachment C, a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) Sample Template, has been attached.

• Vendor Questions and Answers: Responses to vendor questions have been provided.

• Attachment B (Statement of Work) - Section 13

• Solicitation (general)

• The amendment provides clarifications and necessary attachments for vendors to accurately prepare their proposals. Specific impacts on proposal deadlines or evaluation factors are not explicitly stated in this amendment, but vendors should review the updated SOW and attached documents.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Courier Services for VISN 22 East Sites. The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking these services.

Specific requirements are detailed in the attached "Attachment B - Statement of Work update".

• Solicitation Number: 36C26226Q0384

• Product Service Code: R602

• NAICS Code: 492110 (Couriers and Messengers)

• Place of Performance: VISN 22 Wide, Multiple Sites, USA

• Response Date/Time/Zone: May 13, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Time, Los Angeles, USA.

• Contact Specialist: Clift Domen (Clift.Domen@va.gov, 562-766-2241)

• Set-Aside: SDVOSBC (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business)

This document references several attachments and wage determinations, including:

• Amendment 001
• Attachment B - Statement of Work update
• Attachment C - BAA Sample Template
• Various Wage Determinations for different counties/regions (e.g., Apache_Gila_Navajo, Cochise, Coconino, etc.)

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) requires medical courier transportation services for the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS), Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center (PVAHCS), and Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS). The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, vehicles, fuel, insurance, and equipment for timely and secure transportation of medical supplies, biological specimens, and pharmaceuticals.

• Service Area: Northern, Central, and Southern Arizona VA facilities and affiliated clinics/locations.

• Deliverables: Same-day delivery and pickup of medical supplies, Category B biological specimens, and pharmaceuticals. Transportation of sterile and soiled dental instruments for Sterile Processing Services (SPS).

• Shipment Handling: Contractor must ensure secure and compliant transportation. VA employees will pack totes/coolers (max dimensions L 28 in. X W 24 in. X H 16 in., max weight 60 lbs). Contractor must notify POC of any delivery concerns.

• Vehicle Requirements: Vehicles must be licensed, maintained, and meet state requirements. Cargo space must be enclosed, clean, dry, and temperature/humidity controlled, with complete separation of clean/sterile items from contaminated items. Trunks are not permitted for sensitive items. Vehicles must be decontaminated between trips and after spills.

• Driver Requirements: Drivers must possess a valid Arizona driver's license, be at least 21 years old, and maintain a clean driving record. Drivers must not make unscheduled stops and only authorized personnel may ride in the vehicle.

• Timeliness: Adherence to specified pickup and delivery times for scheduled and STAT routes.

• Safety & Compliance: Transportation must comply with all local, state, and federal regulations, including those for bio-hazardous materials and instruments. Specimens must be maintained at a controlled temperature (65-77°F) and kept isolated.

• Reporting: Contractor must maintain logs of all pick-ups and deliveries. Written reports are required within 24 hours for lost or broken items.

• Locations: Numerous VA facilities and outpatient clinics across Arizona, as detailed in the document.

• Schedule: Includes regularly scheduled runs (Monday-Friday, some weekend/holiday service), STAT/as-needed runs (60-minute response time), and 24/7 emergency call availability.

• STAT/Emergency Calls: Contractor must be available 24/7/365 and respond to STAT calls within one hour.

• Confidentiality: Strict adherence to patient information confidentiality and the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 is required.

• Quality Control: A written quality control program must be submitted within 15 days of award.

• Personnel: Contractor personnel must wear VA-issued ID badges, professional attire, and speak/understand English. The government reserves the right to accept or reject contractor staff.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, seeking to award a single Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract for courier services within VISN 22 East Sites. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) requires these services to support multiple sites across VISN 22.

• Provision of courier services, including transport of medical specimens and surgical instruments.

• Services may include night, weekend, and holiday runs, as well as emergency deliveries outside of standard business hours.

• Specific delivery routes and minimum requirements are detailed in Attachment B – Statement of Work.

• Offerors must demonstrate specialized experience in transporting medical specimens and surgical instruments.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) IDIQ.

• Period of Performance: One (1) year base period with four (4) one-year option periods.

• Estimated Value: Guaranteed minimum award of $500.00; maximum aggregate value/ceiling of $8,975,000.00.

• Submission Deadline: Wednesday, May 13th, 2026, 10:00 AM PDT.

• Submission Method: Electronic via email to Clift.Domen@va.gov, referencing solicitation number 36C26226Q0384.

• Questions Deadline: Friday, April 24th, 2026, 10:00 AM PDT.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror with the lowest price quotation that meets all minimum requirements, is responsive and responsible, and whose price is reasonable. Price alone is the sole evaluation factor.

• Special Standard of Responsibility: Offerors must provide evidence of specialized experience transporting medical specimens and surgical instruments (max 2 pages narrative, 1-2 references).

• This solicitation is a set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC).

• NAICS Code: 492110 (Couriers and Local Messenger Services) with a size standard of 1,500 employees.

• Offerors must comply with VAAR 852.219-75 Limitations on Sub-Contracting (50% for services).

• Attachments referenced: Attachment A – Price Schedule, Attachment B - Statement of Work.

• Offerors must complete all unlocked fill-ins/tabs in Attachment A and sign the Business Associate Agreement.

• Offerors must also complete and submit the Certificate of Compliance for Limitations on Subcontracting.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment A - Price Schedule.xlsx", provides the detailed pricing structure for the contract. It outlines the CLINs, delivery routes, estimated quantities, mileage, unit prices, and extended prices for the base year and four option years.

• Base Year and Option Years (1-4): Separate sections detail pricing for each contract year.
• CLIN (Contract Line Item Number): Each CLIN represents a specific service or run.
• Delivery Routes: Specifies the origin and destination for each run (e.g., NAVAHCS to Anthem Clinic).
• Estimated Annual Quantity: The projected number of runs per CLIN.
• Estimated Mileage: The estimated mileage for each run.
• Unit Price Per Mile: The cost per mile for each service.
• Extended Price: The total cost for each CLIN (Quantity x Mileage x Unit Price).
• Run Rate Per Mileage: Indicates a base rate of 0.0 for all categories (Base, As Needed, STAT) for the base year and option years.

This price schedule is critical for bidders to understand the cost structure and to prepare their proposals. It details the expected volume of services, associated mileage, and the pricing model per mile, allowing vendors to calculate their total bid price for each CLIN and option year. Bidders must use this format to submit their pricing. Note that the "Unit Price Per Mile" and "Extended Price" are listed as 0.0 for all CLINs in the provided data, which may indicate a placeholder or require further clarification.