V225--Ground Ambulance Services Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ); Base Year Plus Four One Year Ordering Periods

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (WD) No. 2015-5427, Revision No. 29, dated December 3, 2025, for the area of Colorado County of Pueblo. It lists various occupational classifications and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required under the Service Contract Act.

This wage determination is crucial for potential bidders on contracts subject to the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. It outlines the minimum wage and benefit rates that must be paid to employees performing work on such contracts. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs when preparing their proposals. The document also includes important notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), as well as information on vacation, holidays, and the process for requesting additional classifications if a required occupation is not listed. It specifies that the listed wage rates are applicable for the year 2025 and will be adjusted annually.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued under the Service Contract Act (SCA) for the State of Colorado, Area: Colorado County of Boulder. It lists various occupational codes and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required for contracts subject to the SCA in that geographic area. The document also includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (minimum wage), as well as details on vacation, holidays, and specific occupational footnotes.

This wage determination is crucial for potential bidders on federal contracts in the specified area that are subject to the Service Contract Act. It outlines the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals, ensuring compliance with federal labor laws. Bidders must use these rates to accurately calculate their labor costs and ensure their proposals meet the minimum wage and benefit requirements.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a notice regarding a Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Class Deviation. It implements Section 2 of Executive Order (E.O.) 14148 and Section 2 of E.O. 14208. The notice clarifies that while system updates may lag policy updates, SAM.gov may continue to require entities to complete representations based on provisions that are no longer included in agency solicitations. Specifically, it mentions 52.223-22 (Public Disclosure of Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Reduction Goals—Representation) and paragraph (t) of 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services).

Contracting officers will not consider these specific representations when making award decisions or enforcing requirements. Entities are not required to, nor are they able to, update their entity registration in SAM.gov to remove these representations. This information is relevant to bidders as it clarifies which representations will not be enforced for this opportunity, potentially simplifying proposal preparation and reducing administrative burden.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Ground Ambulance Services for the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center (RMR VAMC) and its associated clinics. The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• Provision of non-emergency ambulance transportation services, including:

  • Advanced Life Support, Emergency Transport, Level 1 (ALS 1)
  • Basic Life Support, Non-Emergency Transport
  • Non-Emergent Advanced Life Support Transport, Level 1 (ALS 1)
  • Critical Care Transport (Upper-Level Care)

• Mileage for transports outside the base rate.

• Waiting time charges.

• Transport of miscellaneous items with the patient (luggage, medical records, medication).

• Contractor personnel must meet specific qualifications (EMTs, CCTPs, drivers) and undergo background investigations.

• Vehicles must meet all federal, state, and local regulations and be maintained in good repair.

• Contractor must utilize VetRide or VA-Approved Transportation Software for all transports.

• Services required 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays.

• Period of Performance: Five-Year Base with five Ordering Periods (May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2031).

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity.

• Estimated Maximum Contract Value: $44,000,000.00.

• Guaranteed Minimum: $25,000.00 (met in the first year).

• Proposal Submission Deadline: March 27, 2026, 2:00 p.m. ET.

• Deadline for Questions: March 19, 2026, 2:00 p.m. ET.

• Questions should be directed to Christopher.Hollingsworth2@va.gov and Jesse.SanNicolas@va.gov.

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

• Proposals must include Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price volumes.

• The acquisition is unrestricted.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and VAAR clauses related to contract terms, ordering, limitations, insurance, security, and reporting.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination from the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, issued under the Service Contract Act. It lists various occupations and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required for federal contracts in specific geographic areas. This particular determination covers Colorado counties of Eagle, Garfield, Lake, Moffat, Pitkin, Rio Blanco, and Routt.

This wage determination is crucial for bidders responding to federal solicitations that require services within the specified geographic area. It establishes the minimum wage and fringe benefit rates that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the contract. Bidders must incorporate these rates into their proposals to ensure compliance with the Service Contract Act and avoid potential penalties. The document also outlines general benefits such as paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays, as well as specific requirements for hazardous pay and uniform allowances.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It specifies the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work under the Service Contract Act in Colorado Counties of Grand, Jackson, and Summit. The document lists numerous occupational codes and titles, along with their corresponding hourly rates and footnotes.

This wage determination is crucial for potential bidders on federal contracts in the specified geographic area that are subject to the Service Contract Act. It informs bidders about the minimum labor costs they must account for when developing their proposals. Key information includes:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles and their minimum hourly wages.
• Fringe Benefits: Details on required health and welfare benefits, including specific rates for regular hours and those covered by Executive Order 13706.
• Executive Orders: Information on the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) for federal contractors.
• Vacation and Holidays: Standard provisions for paid vacation and holidays.
• Conformance Process: Guidance on how to classify and determine wages for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements to be compliant.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division, issued under the Service Contract Act. It lists various occupations and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits for a specific geographic area (Colorado Counties of Archuleta, Chaffee, Delta, Dolores, Fremont, Gunnison, Hinsdale, La Plata, Montezuma, Montrose, Ouray, San Juan, San Miguel).

This document is crucial for potential bidders on government contracts in the specified area that are subject to the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates that contractors must pay to various categories of employees performing work on such contracts. Bidders must review this determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. It includes details on paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays, as well as specific notes regarding computer employees, air traffic controllers, weather observers, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" for the State of Colorado, specifically for the counties of Alamosa, Baca, Bent, Conejos, Costilla, Crowley, Custer, Huerfano, Kiowa, Las Animas, Mineral, Otero, Prowers, Rio Grande, and Saguache. It lists various occupation codes, titles, and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required for federal contracts subject to the Service Contract Act. The document includes detailed listings for numerous occupational categories such as Administrative Support and Clerical, Automotive Service, Food Preparation and Service, Health Occupations, Information Technology, and many more.

This document is crucial for potential bidders on federal service contracts within the specified Colorado counties. It establishes the minimum wage and fringe benefit rates that must be paid to various classes of service employees. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs when preparing their proposals, ensuring compliance with federal labor laws. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. The document also provides important notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), as well as guidance on the conformance process for unlisted occupations.

Wage Determination

This document establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act (SCA) for contracts performed in Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington, and Yuma counties in Colorado. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor laws.

• Applicable Occupations: The document lists numerous job classifications, ranging from administrative and clerical roles to technical, health, and transportation occupations, along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Specific fringe benefits are required for all listed occupations, including Health & Welfare benefits at $5.55 per hour (or $222.00 per week/$962.00 per month). An additional Health & Welfare rate of $5.09 per hour is noted for contracts covered by Executive Order 13706.
• Executive Orders: The document references Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining requirements for contractors regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage rates for covered contracts.
• Vacation and Holidays: Standard provisions for paid vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year are detailed.
• Hazardous Pay: Differentials are specified for work involving ordnance and explosives (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard).
• Uniform Allowance: Requirements for providing uniforms and their maintenance are outlined.
• Conformance Process: Procedures for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination are described, emphasizing that job titles are not determinative, but rather the duties performed.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder planning to respond to solicitations requiring services in the specified Colorado counties. It directly impacts labor cost estimations and ensures compliance with federal labor standards for service contracts.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act (SCA) for the State of Colorado, specifically for the counties of Cheyenne, Kit Carson, and Lincoln. It outlines the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations employed under federal service contracts in this geographic area.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to federal service contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017, and contracts subject to Executive Order 13658 (awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, without renewal/extension after January 30, 2022).
• Minimum Wage Rates: The document lists specific minimum hourly wage rates for a wide range of occupations, categorized by general areas such as Administrative Support, Automotive Service, Food Preparation, Health Occupations, Information Technology, and more.
• Fringe Benefits: All listed occupations receive specific fringe benefits. The standard health and welfare benefit is $5.55 per hour. Additionally, Executive Order 13706 mandates paid sick leave, providing 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours per year.
• Executive Order 13658: For contracts subject to this EO, the minimum wage rate for 2025 is $13.30 per hour, or the applicable wage rate listed on this determination if higher. This rate is adjusted annually.
• Vacation and Holidays: Contractors must provide employees with paid vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Hazardous Pay: Specific differentials apply for work involving ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard).
• Uniform Allowance: If uniforms are required, contractors must furnish them or reimburse employees for the cost, including maintenance.
• Conformance Process: The document outlines the process for contractors to request authorization for additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation is not listed in the determination.

This wage determination is crucial for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. Understanding these minimum wage and benefit requirements is essential for ensuring compliance with federal regulations and for submitting competitive and compliant bids for service contracts in the specified Colorado counties.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It lists occupational classifications and their corresponding minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for contracts in Colorado County of Weld. The document is Revision No. 30, with the last revision date of December 3, 2025.

This wage determination is crucial for potential bidders on federal service contracts in the specified geographic area. It outlines the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements for each listed occupation to comply with the Service Contract Act. The document also details specific notes regarding computer employees, hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and paid sick leave provisions (Executive Orders 13706 and 13658), which are critical for accurate cost estimation and compliance.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5421, Revision No. 32) for the Service Contract Act, applicable to Larimer County, Colorado. It lists various occupational codes and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required for federal contracts in that area.

This document is crucial for potential bidders on federal service contracts in Larimer County, Colorado. It establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Bidders must consult this determination to accurately calculate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal regulations when preparing their proposals. The document also outlines specific notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 and 13658, which may affect paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements, as well as details on vacation and holiday pay, and a process for conforming unlisted classifications.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act for the State of Colorado, specifically for the counties of Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Elbert, Gilpin, Jefferson, and Park. It outlines the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing contract work in this area.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contractors performing work covered by the Service Contract Act within the specified geographic area.

• Occupational Listings: The document provides a comprehensive list of occupations, each with a corresponding minimum hourly wage rate. These range from administrative and clerical roles to technical, health, and service occupations.

• Fringe Benefits: Required fringe benefits are listed separately and follow the occupational listings. Specific details on Health & Welfare benefits are provided, including rates for standard coverage and those mandated by Executive Order 13706.

• Executive Orders: The document references Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining contractor obligations and minimum wage requirements for contracts awarded on or after specific dates.

• Vacation and Holidays: Standard provisions for paid vacation (based on years of service) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays are detailed.

• Hazardous Pay: Information on hazardous pay differentials (8% and 4%) is provided for work involving ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.

• Uniform Allowance: Requirements for providing or reimbursing uniform costs and maintenance are outlined.

• Conformance Process: Guidance is provided on how to request authorization for additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation is not explicitly listed in the determination.

• This wage determination is subject to annual adjustment.

• Contractors must ensure compliance with all listed wage rates, fringe benefits, and executive order requirements.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5417, Revision No. 31) issued under the Service Contract Act. It lists occupational classifications and corresponding minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for contracts in El Paso and Teller Counties, Colorado. The document includes a comprehensive list of job titles across various sectors, such as administrative support, automotive, health occupations, information technology, and maintenance.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder on a federal contract subject to the Service Contract Act within the specified geographic area. It outlines the minimum wage and benefit requirements that must be met for various employee classifications. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor costs align with these mandated rates to be compliant. The document also details provisions for paid sick leave (Executive Order 13706) and minimum wage requirements under Executive Order 13658, as well as vacation and holiday policies. It also explains the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed. This information is essential for accurate cost estimation and proposal development.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation notice for Ground Ambulance Services on an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 19 Rocky Mountain Acquisition Center, intends to solicit sources for these services for the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System. The contract will include a base year plus four one-year ordering periods.

• Provision of Ground Ambulance Services.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price contract.

• Contract Structure: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Base year plus four one-year ordering periods.

• Solicitation Package Availability: On or about May 19, 2025.

• Response Date/Time: May 18, 2025, 16:00 Eastern Time.

• All information and amendments will be posted on Contract Opportunities at https://www.sam.gov/. Offerors are responsible for obtaining amendments.

• No hard copies will be provided.

• This solicitation is a 100% SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) Set-Aside.

• Applicable NAICS Code: 621910 – Ambulance Services.

• Small Business Size Standard: $22.5 Million.

• Solicitation Number: 36C25925R0068.

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Rocky Mountain Regional VAMC, 1700 N Wheeling Street, Aurora, CO 80015, USA.

• Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office NCO 19, 6162 South Willow Drive, Suite 300, Greenwood Village CO 80111.

• Point of Contact: Chris Hollingsworth, Contract Specialist, Chris.Hollingsworth@va.gov, (303)712-5724.