S205--Waste, Solid, and Recycling | Dayton, Chillicothe, Columbus, and Cincinnati VA Medical Facilities
Overview
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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), Network Contracting Office 10, has issued a Notice of Non-Award for Solicitation 36C25026Q0172, which sought Solid Waste and Recycling Services for VA Medical Facilities in Dayton, Chillicothe, Columbus, and Cincinnati. The previous solicitation was not awarded because none of the submitted responses were deemed price fair and reasonable based on the Government's independent Cost Estimate (IGCE).
Background
This opportunity originally sought commercial items for refuse removal and recycling services, including personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision, licenses, and permits. The services were intended for VHA VISN 10 Southern Ohio VA Facilities. The requirement was for a Firm-Fixed Price contract with a base period and four option years, with a maximum total value of $3,250,000.
Reason for Non-Award
The contracting officer determined that all complete and actionable responses received for Solicitation 36C25026Q0172 were not price fair and reasonable when compared against the Government's internal independent Cost Estimate (IGCE).
Future Action
The contracting officer intends to update the Government's market research and resolicit this opportunity at a later date. This indicates a potential re-evaluation of the requirement and pricing expectations before a new solicitation is released.
Original Solicitation Details (for context)
- Product/Service Code: S205 (Trash/Garbage Collection Services)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Locations: VA Medical Facilities in Chillicothe, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Dayton, Ohio.
Action for Bidders
Interested parties, particularly those who previously responded, should monitor SAM.gov for future announcements regarding this requirement. A new solicitation is anticipated after market research is updated.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Josh Kovar, Contracting Officer, at Joshua.Kovar@VA.gov or 937-268-6511.