R614-- Prov Shredding service FY26 Base + 4 Years Due 5/29/26 1300hrs
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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 the Network Contract Office 01, is soliciting proposals for Paper Shredding Services (R614) for the VA Providence Healthcare System and its associated Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Providence, RI. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The contract will be a firm fixed-price purchase order for a base year and four option years. Proposals are due May 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive document destruction services, including all necessary personnel, labor, supervision, equipment, materials, and disposal, for sensitive, confidential, and medical records. Key requirements include:
- Furnishing all containers and keys.
- Shredding documents in accordance with VA Directive 6371 guidelines.
- Providing a monthly "Certificate of Destruction."
- Ensuring secure handling and storage of PII and other VA sensitive information.
- Complying with all pertinent federal and state regulations regarding transportation and destruction.
- Maintaining liability insurance for the duration of the contract.
- Contractor personnel must undergo background investigations. Shredding needs will vary based on requirements, with containers on a scheduled pick-up basis.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order (Non-personnel service)
- Period of Performance: Base year (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027) plus four option years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 561990 (All Other Support Services)
- Size Standard: $16.5 Million
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs VA Providence Healthcare System, Providence, RI.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: May 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT.
- Questions Deadline: Passed (May 12, 2026). Amendment 0004 confirms no further questions will be accepted.
- Evaluation Criteria: Price, Technical, and Past Performance.
- Technical Evaluation Factors: Compliance with VA Directive 6371, Certificate of Destruction example, plan for final destruction, recycling capability, corporate experience with PII/sensitive information, and a quality control plan.
- Required Submissions: Vendors must review and complete Section E.5 (Evaluation) and Section E.6 (Offeror Representations and Certifications). Acknowledge adherence to Wage Determination rates and VA Directive 6371. The Past Performance Survey Form (Section D.3) must be sent to past customers for completion and direct submission to the Contracting Officer.
Additional Notes
Amendment 0004 provided answers to vendor questions, including information on the previous contract holder, Safeguard Document Destruction Inc., with a purchase order value of $241,079.20. Amendment 0001 corrected a typographical error in Section E.5, and Amendment 0002 clarified various requirements related to shredding services and required sections for submission.