Medical Waste Incineration Services – Fort Detrick, MD
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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 U.S. Army Contracting Command – Rock Island previously sought sources for Medical Waste Incineration Services at a new Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) facility at Fort Detrick, MD. This Sources Sought was for market research to identify qualified firms capable of operating and maintaining an incinerator for Regulated Medical Waste (RMW) from Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2), BSL-3, and BSL-4 laboratories. The feedback period for the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) closed on February 5, 2026.
Purpose
This Sources Sought notice was issued on behalf of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC) to identify qualified sources for the comprehensive operation and maintenance of a future medical waste incinerator facility at Fort Detrick, Maryland. The facility, currently under construction and utilizing a Pennram incinerator, will be a GOCO facility. It is projected to process over 1,000,000 pounds of RMW annually, ensuring environmentally sound disposal and adherence to stringent safety and security standards.
Scope of Work (Anticipated)
The anticipated long-term contract, with an expected start in mid-2027, will cover all aspects of facility operation, maintenance, and modernization. Key responsibilities, as outlined in the draft PWS, include:
- Operations: RMW receiving, weighing, transport, incineration, and documentation; operation and monitoring of the incinerator and emissions control systems.
- Maintenance: Preventative and corrective maintenance for all facility equipment (incinerator, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control systems).
- Environmental Compliance: Ash management and disposal, air pollution control system maintenance and monitoring, environmental monitoring and reporting, and adherence to Federal, State, Local, Army, and DoD regulations (e.g., Clean Air Act, RCRA).
- Safety & Health: Implementation and maintenance of comprehensive safety protocols, including biohazard procedures and emergency response.
- Personnel: Provision of qualified and trained personnel, including key roles such as Contract Manager, Facility Operations Manager, and Lead Incinerator Operator.
- Waste Handling: Waste receiving, handling, tracking, segregation, and providing RMW pickup/disposal services.
- Performance Standards: Expected standards include ≥98% incinerator availability, zero unreported permit exceedances, and ≥95% of preventive maintenance tasks completed on time.
Contract Details
- Type: Sources Sought (for planning purposes); anticipated Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.
- Period of Performance: Anticipated 5-year base period and a 5-year option period, commencing mid-2027.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Place of Performance: Fort Detrick, Maryland.
Information Sought (Feedback Period Closed)
The government previously requested capabilities data demonstrating experience in the operation and maintenance of similar incinerator facilities, specifically with RMW from BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 laboratories, air pollution control systems, and relevant environmental regulations. Industry feedback was also sought on contract and performance terms, core operational capabilities, safety protocols, maintenance strategies, and innovative approaches, as detailed in the "Industry Expertise" document.
Submission & Disclaimer
The deadline for submitting capabilities and feedback on the draft PWS was February 5, 2026. This was a Sources Sought notice for planning purposes only and not a Request for Proposal. The USG does not intend to award a contract based solely on this notice, and participation was voluntary. Given the opportunity's last published date of June 3, 2026, the feedback period has concluded.