R602--NEW-SPS Courier Services | Base plus 4 options Sterile Processing Equipment
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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Northern California Health Care System (NCHCS), is soliciting proposals for Courier Services to transport contaminated medical instruments and equipment for reprocessing. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Quotes are due by February 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide transportation services for contaminated medical instruments and equipment from various sites within the VA NCHCS. These items must be delivered to designated Sterile Processing Service locations for reprocessing, ensuring compliance with all specified requirements. The services are critical for maintaining the operational readiness of medical equipment across the NCHCS.
Contract Details
This is a Solicitation for a contract with a base period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, followed by four one-year option periods, potentially extending the contract through March 31, 2031. The contract type is implied to be fixed-price, with evaluation based on total price including options. The applicable NAICS Code is 492110 (Couriers and Express Delivery Services), with a size standard of 1500 employees. The primary place of performance is Mather, CA, encompassing various NCHCS locations.
Eligibility & Submission
This acquisition is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). Prospective offerors must be registered and verified in the Small Business Administration (SBA) database and the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to be eligible for award. Electronic proposals must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer, james.postell@va.gov. Submissions must also include VAAR Clause 852.219-75 regarding Limitations on Subcontracting.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: February 02, 2026, by 10:00 AM PST
- Quotes Due: February 10, 2026, by 10:00 AM PST
- Anticipated Contract Start: April 01, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose proposal is determined to be the most advantageous to the Government, considering both price and other specified factors.
Important Notes
Bidders must review the provided U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determinations for relevant California counties, including Sacramento County, to accurately calculate labor costs. These documents outline minimum hourly wage rates, fringe benefits (Health & Welfare, vacation, holidays), and compliance requirements under the Service Contract Act (SCA) and Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage). Detailed contract clauses, provisions, and the Performance Work Statement (PWS) are included in the solicitation package.