Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) Disposal and Incineration Services
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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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) is soliciting proposals for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) Disposal and Incineration Services to support USAMRIID and other specified locations in Frederick, MD. This is a Solicitation for an Unrestricted opportunity. Proposals are due March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement includes the comprehensive collection, disposal, and incineration of Regulated Medical Waste (RMW), as well as Special Medical Waste (SMW). Key services and deliverables include:
- Provision of personnel, vehicles, RMW bins, and necessary equipment.
- Transport of SMW to an approved offsite incinerator facility.
- Cleaning of carts or reusable bins using EPA-registered disinfectants.
- Provision of 200-gallon, 4-wheeled reusable bins.
- Transport of RMW to an approved, secure landfill, ensuring waste is rendered unrecognizable.
- Compliance of waste bags with ASTM 1709 (Impact Resistant) and Maryland DOT 1999 (Tear Resistant) Standards.
- Contractor must possess all applicable, current, and valid licenses for waste disposal prior to contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).
- Period of Performance: March 22, 2026, to March 21, 2031 (with potential extensions).
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED.
- NAICS Code: 562112 (Medical Waste Treatment and Disposal).
- Proposal Due Date: March 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
- Published Date: February 13, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be based on an evaluation of Technical Approach (including Applicable Licenses and Approved Disposal Facility), Past Performance, and Price. Offerors must refer to the "Instructions to Offerors" and "Ordering and GPC Information" attachments for detailed submission guidelines.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses. Payment will be processed via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Key attachments include the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan, Evaluation Criteria, Instructions to Offerors, and Ordering and GPC Information.