S222--HAZARDOUS WASTE PICK UP AND DISPOSAL

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Annual Regulated Medical Waste Removal Services for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) at the Charles George VAMC in Asheville, NC, and its associated Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Franklin, Rutherfordton, and Hickory. The contract will cover the period from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2031, including a base period and four option periods.

• Removal, processing, and disposal of designated medical, pathological, and chemotherapy waste.

• Specific quantities and frequencies for each VA facility:

  • Asheville VAMC: Approximately 185,000 pounds twice weekly.
  • Franklin CBOC: Approximately 250 pounds once every two weeks.
  • Rutherfordton CBOC: Approximately 250 pounds once every two weeks.
  • Hickory CBOC: Approximately 355 pounds once every two weeks.

• Development and implementation of a Medical Waste Removal Plan, approved by the Chief of Environmental Management Services and the Contracting Officer.

• Compliance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations (EPA, OSHA), and medical facility quality control and safety guidelines.

• Cleaning of containers prior to return.

• Contractor personnel must be appropriately dressed and conduct themselves professionally in a hospital environment.

• Adherence to station rules, including no tobacco use in designated areas, parking in designated lots, and coordination of utility outages.

• Provision of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all personnel.

• Contractor employees are subject to background checks and fingerprinting for security badges.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2031.

• Estimated Value: $47 Million (for the base period, not specified for options).

• NAICS Code: 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal).

• Size Standard: Not specified.

• Offer Due Date: April 17th, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Email to Harold.McQuillia@va.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical, Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance combined are more important than Price.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Technical Questions Due: April 13th, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Offerors MUST be a verified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) at the time of quote submittal and listed in the SBA database.

• Compliance with VAAR 852.219-75 (Limitations on Subcontracting for Services) is required, with a subcontracting limit of not more than 50% to firms that are not certified SDVOSBs.

• Standard Form 1449 is the required offer form.

• Site visits are not formally conducted; offerors are urged to inspect the site independently.

• Amendments will be posted on www.sam.gov and offerors are responsible for obtaining and acknowledging them.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) outlining the government's method for monitoring contractor performance under a specific contract. It details what will be monitored, how monitoring will occur, who is responsible, and how results will be documented.

This QASP is crucial for bidders as it defines the performance standards and metrics the government will use to evaluate contractor performance. Key aspects for bidders include:

• Government Oversight: Identifies the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) responsible for surveillance.
• Surveillance Methods: Outlines methods such as direct observation, periodic/random inspections, validated user/customer complaints, and verification of contractor-provided documentation.
• Performance Standards: Specifies performance objectives and Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs), with a 95% AQL for adherence to PWS sections and key personnel requirements.
• Incentives/Disincentives: Explains that favorable performance may lead to incentives, while unfavorable performance can result in disincentives, including Contract Discrepancy Reports (CDRs), potential invoice reductions (5% for two or more CDRs), and even contract termination.
• Corrective Actions: Details the process for addressing unacceptable performance, including the contractor's written response within 5 days and the potential requirement for a corrective action plan.
• Rating System: Defines performance outcomes as Positive (>=98%), Acceptable (95%-97%), and Unacceptable (<95%).
• Reporting: Indicates that CORs will provide quarterly written reports to the CO on contractor performance.

Understanding this QASP helps bidders assess the government's expectations for quality and performance management, which can inform their proposal strategy and operational planning.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" for the state of North Carolina, specifically for the areas of Buncombe, Henderson, and Madison counties. It lists various occupational codes and titles along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

• Occupational Codes and Titles: A comprehensive list of job classifications relevant to service contracts.
• Minimum Wage Rates: The legally mandated minimum hourly wage for each listed occupation.
• Fringe Benefits: Information on required fringe benefits, such as Health & Welfare.
• Executive Orders: Notes on the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage).
• Conformance Process: Details on how to classify and determine wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a contract in the specified geographic areas. It ensures compliance with federal labor laws, including minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements, which must be factored into proposal pricing.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Hazardous Waste Pick Up and Disposal services. The government is procuring these services to manage and dispose of hazardous waste.

• Hazardous waste pick up and disposal services.

• Not specified in the provided text.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 04-10-2026 12pm EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA.

• The solicitation number is 36C24626Q0427.

• This opportunity is set aside for SDVOSBC (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business).

• Product Service Code: S222

• NAICS Code: 562211

• Place of Performance: Charles George VAMC, 1100 Tunnel Road, Asheville NC 28805, USA.

• Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 6, 100 Emancipation Drive, Hampton VA 23667.

• Point of Contact: Harold McQuillia, Contracting Officer, harold.mcquillia@va.gov, 757-315-3430.