Questions in Response to RFQ.pdf
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- V127--Armored Car Courier Services
- Solicitation number
- 36C24825Q0254
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This file contains questions and answers (Q&A) related to Request for Quotation (RFQ) 36C24825Q0254 for Armored Car Courier Services at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caribbean Health System. The Q&A addresses critical operational details including pickup and delivery logistics, vehicle requirements, and contract specifics. Key clarifications include confirmation that services involve pick-up and delivery of valuables, delivery location is the Evertec Branch in San Juan, PR, and this is a follow-on contract to the existing contract number 36C24821P0992.
The solicitation is for commercial armored car services covering VA facilities in Puerto Rico, including the VA Caribbean Health System, Veterans Canteen Service Cafeterias in San Juan, Ponce, and Mayaguez. The contract period is expected to run from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with four potential 12-month option periods. The procurement is unrestricted, allowing businesses of any socio-economic category to submit quotes, with a NAICS code of 561613 and a small business size standard of $43.0 Million. Quotes are due by 3:00 PM AST on March 12, 2025, and should be submitted via PDF to the point of contact, Wilfredo Perez.
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Other files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Armored Car Courier Services PWS-Revised.pdf | ||
| 36C24825Q0254_3.docx | DOCX document | |
| Armored Car Courier Services Solicitation Amendment SF-30.pdf | ||
| Schedule of Prices.pdf | ||
| 36C24825Q0254_2.docx | DOCX document | |
| Clauses and Provisions.pdf | ||
| Performance Work Statement.pdf | ||
| Contract Documents Exhibits or Attachments.pdf |
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The questions made in response to the aforementioned solicitation, as well as the answers are as follows:
1- Question: Are the listed addresses for both pick up and drop off?
Answer: Yes. Services shall consist of pick-up and delivery of valuables, as stated in section 3 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS)
2- Question: How many miles will each trip be on average?
Answer: This will depend on the starting point of the armored car. Additionally, offerors can use a Global Positioning System (GPS) program or application to obtain the miles between each area to be serviced and the bank in which the deposits shall be made.
3- Question: How many trips will be required each day?
Answer: The frequency of the pick-up and deposits can be seen in section 6 of the PWS.
4- Question: How many vehicles will be needed and what types of vehicles are preferred?
Answer: Since this is a performance-based acquisition, the Government will not specify how many vehicles are needed. That is for the prospective offeror to decide. In regards to the type of vehicle to be used, it shall be certified as an armored vehicle by the Puerto Rico Commission of Public service, in accordance with the Puerto Rico Department of Transportation, as is stated in the solicitation’s evaluation factors.
5- Question: Is this a brand-new contract or is there an incumbent performing these services?
Answer: This is a solicitation for a follow-on contract to current contract number 36C24821P0992.
General information available to the public in regards to the current contract can be seen in the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) at https://www.fpds.gov/fpdsng_cms/index.php/en/
6- Question: Are the valuables to be delivered to the Banco Popular Cupey Branch?
Answer: Deliveries of valuables shall be made at Evertec Branch located a State Road 176, Km. 1.3, San Juan, PR. Section 4E of the PWS has been updated to make this correction.
7- Question: Will quotes in response to this solicitation required to have bid bond?
Answer: No.
https://www.fpds.gov/fpdsng_cms/index.php/en/
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