S06 36C26325Q0571 Questions and Answers.pdf

5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

CODE

6. ISSUED BY

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED

PAGE OF PAGES

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED

BPA NO. 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

FACILITY CODE CODE

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

E. IMPORTANT:

is extended,

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning __________ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

(REV. 11/2016)

is required to sign this document and return ___________ copies to the issuing office. is not, A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

15C. DATE SIGNED

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER

Contractor

16C. DATE SIGNED

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

STANDARD FORM 30 PREVIOUS EDITION NOT USABLE

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

(Type or print) (Type or print)

(Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

(Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code)

(If other than Item 6)

(Specify type of modification and authority)

(such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.)

(If required)

(SEE ITEM 11)

(SEE ITEM 13)

(X)

CHECK

ONE

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

1 4

0003 04-15-2025

36C263-25-AP-1900

36C263

Department of Veterans Affairs Network 23 Contracting Office (NCO 23) 111 South 18th Plaza, Suite C151/152 Omaha NE 68102-2077

36C263

Department of Veterans Affairs Network 23 Contracting Office (NCO 23) 111 South 18th Plaza, Suite C151/152 Omaha NE 68102-2077

To all Offerors/Bidders

36C26325Q0571

X

X X

** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to: 05-02-2025 10 CDT

See CONTINUATION Page N/A

X 1(one)

The Purpose of this amendment is to answer solicitation questions and offer a site visit to the FARGO VA Health Care System.

1. See attachment in response to all of the questions.

2. Site Visit Scheduled for April 24th @ 10:00 AM CENTRAL STANDARD TIME.

3. The closing of the RFQ is set to May 2, 2025 @ 10AM CST.

Offerors shall sign the SF30 and return 1 (One) copy to the Contracting Officer to be considered for this requirement, in addition to the original solicitation.

All other terms and conditions remain the same.

Dennis Salmonsen Contracting Officer

VA-VHA-RPOC-2025-0018

CONTINUATION PAGE

Questions and Answers

SITE VISIT is scheduled for April 24, 2025 at 10:00am contact James Burns at James.Burns5@va.gov or Julie Lee at julie.lee5@va.gov

1. What are the waste types and estimated waste volumes, container sizes and types?

Hazardous Waste Types/Volume

Pharmaceutical Waste – 750 lbs per month Rapicide A – 3L per month

Aerosols – 7 lbs per month Rapicide B – 3L per month

GenExpert cartridges – 65 lbs per month Sulfuric Acid solution (Indicator Solution) – 12 oz per month

Controlled substance – Destroyer – 4L per month Sodium Hydroxide Solution (Buffer Solution) – 12 oz per month

Dual Waste – 10 lbs every 3 months Waste Expired Purell/Provon

P-Listed Waste – .5 lbs per month Lab stain with Xylene – 175 lbs per month

Wax Paraffin – 15 lbs per month Waste Citrasate - 40 gallons every 3 months

Flourecell Regeants – 7 lbs every 3 months Miscellaneous Waste – 15 lbs per month

Universal Waste

Alkaline Batteries – 800 lbs per 3 months

Florescent bulbs 4 ft – 80 lbs per 2 months

Electronic waste – 40 lbs per 3 months

Lead acid batteries – 50 lbs per 3 months

Lithium ion batteries – 12 lbs per year

Misc. – 100 lbs per year

Containers

Black RCRA 18 gallon w/white slide lid

Black RCRA 8 gallon w/white slide lid

Black RCRA 2 gallon w/ white lid

Black RCRA 1.4 qt

White RCRA 2 Gallon w/ Blue lid

55 gallon plastic two bung drum

4 ft bulb box

2 ft bulb box

2. Who is the current contractor? Check PFDS

3. What is the current contractor’s bill rate for each line item on the billing sheet? THIS

INFORMATION CAN BE ANSWERED THROUGH THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT

SUBMISSION

4. What is the contract budget? Contractors are encouraged to submit their best price.

5. May I obtain a copy of the current contract? THIS INFORMATION CAN BE ANSWERED

THROUGH THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT SUBMISSION

6. May I have access to the bid tabulation? THIS INFORMATION CAN BE ANSWERED THROUGH

THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT SUBMISSION

7. Are there any access restrictions or security protocols at these sites that the contractor should be aware of? No access restrictions, contractor will be escorted when on site(s)

8. Can you provide more details on the waste quantities and disposal frequency at each location?

Fargo VA Medical Center – Haz waste – Monthly 960 lbs. RMW- daily 2400 cu.

Ft.

Bemidji MN CBOC - Haz Waste – Annually 20 lbs. RMW – Monthly 10 cu. Ft.

Bismack ND, CBOC - Haz Waste – 6 Months 30 lbs. RMW – Monthly 15 cu.

Ft.

Devils Lake ND, CBOC - Haz Waste – Annually 20 lbs. RMW – Monthly 8 cu.

Ft.

Fargo ND, CRRC - Haz Waste – Annually 20 lbs. RMW – Monthly 8 cu. Ft..

Fergus Falls MN CBOC- Haz Waste – Annually 20 lbs. RMW – Monthly 10 cu. Ft.

Grand Forks ND, CBOC - Haz Waste – 6 Months 20 lbs. RMW – Monthly 15 cu. Ft.

Jamestown ND, CBOC - Haz Waste – Annually 20 lbs. RMW – Monthly 10 cu. Ft.

Minot ND, CBOC - Haz Waste – 6 Months 20 lbs. RMW – Monthly 15 cu. Ft.

Grafton ND, CBOC - Haz Waste – Annually 20 lbs. RMW – Monthly 8 cu. Ft.

9. Will there be site visits or a pre-bid conference to assess the requirements more accurately?

YES, WE CAN SCHEDULE A SITE VISIT, IF REQUESTED. THIS INFORMATION OF A SITE

VISIT WILL BE POSTED WITH THIS AMENDMENT OF WHEN IT WILL OCCUR.

10. What are the key evaluation factors for awarding this contract (e.g., price, past performance, technical approach)? See evaluation factors in the solicitation in the performance work statement in also included in Provision 52.212-2

11. Are there penalties for non-compliance or late waste pickups? It is a contractor’s responsibility to review the Performance work statement at the time of solicitation

12. How are contract modifications or amendments handled if requirements change over time? This is firm fixed price contracts, handles this question with FAR 43.

13. What are the payment terms, and how soon after invoicing can the contractor expect payment?

Monthly, Upon completion of services

14. Is there a specific format or template that should be followed when submitting the quote? Please see the Provision 52.212-1, in the original solicitation

15. Are there any common mistakes that have led to previous bid rejections? Must follow 52.212-1 Instructions on Page 1 section 20.

SITE VISIT is scheduled for April 24, 2025 at 10:00am please contact James Burns at James.Burns5@va.gov or Julie Lee at julie.lee5@va.gov