S205--Presoliciation Notice Waste and Recycle removal CT 04/01/26-03/31/27
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), Network Contracting Office 1, is soliciting proposals for comprehensive Waste and Recycling Management Services for the VA New England Healthcare System (VISN 1). This opportunity aims to establish a Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to achieve a 55% or greater recycling rate across VA medical centers in New England. Offers are due by March 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for:
- Comprehensive management of solid waste and recycling programs, including collection, recycling, and disposal.
- Provision of necessary equipment such as compactors, dumpsters, and totes.
- Development and submission of a Recycling Plan to meet or exceed the 55% recycling rate goal.
- Conducting waste audits and tracking waste reductions.
- Providing training and support to VA staff on waste minimization and recycling initiatives.
- Ensuring compliance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations.
- Specific services include Single Stream Recycling, Scrap Metal, Scrap Wood, Pallets, Construction & Demolition Debris, Food Waste, Organic Waste, and Mattress Disposal.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ). This is a Multiple Award IDIQ, allowing for awards to more than one vendor, with task orders issued per location.
- Period of Performance: A base year (April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027) plus four (4) option years.
- Estimated Value: Approximately $47 Million.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 562111 (Solid Waste Collection) with a $47 Million size standard.
- Product Service Code: S205 (Trash/Garbage Collection Services).
- Offers Due: March 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT.
- Published Date: March 5, 2026.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
- Technical Capability (including methodology for determining weight).
- Past Performance (last three equivalent contracts).
- Price.
Additional Notes
The place of performance includes VA Medical Centers across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The question period for this solicitation has ended. All quotes are to be submitted through SAM.gov. The primary point of contact is James L Moore, Contract Specialist, at james.moore14@va.gov.