RFP QUESTIONS - M6700426Q0012 29APR26

Biomedical Waste Collection, Removal and Disposal Service M67004-26-Q-0012 – Q&A

The Government has extended the due date to 04 May 2026 at 04:00 p.m. (EST).

1. Can one of you please advise who is the incumbent for the above solicitation and its awarded contract number?

The incumbent is Trilogy Med Waste SE- Jacksonville, Florida. The contract number is M6700421P1018.

2. Could you please clarify the sharp containers currently being utilized and how many need to be provided with each service?

In accordance with the RFQ, in section 2 requirement details there are currently two (2) sharps containers currently being utilized. There is one (1) at HSE Building 151 and 1 (one) at Building 100.

3. Do you have a cabinet that the containers need to fit into?

No, there are no cabinets.

4. Currently are you requiring the vendor to go into the nurses station and exchange the sharps container from the clinical area with each service or is that done by the government staff?

In accordance with the PWS, Section 5.1.2, vendor will remove and replace containers containing biomedical waste. Table 5-1 states the exact location of Bldg. 151, Nurses Room, monthly and Bldg. 100 as needed.

5. Typically for smaller clinics, the sharps are managed by the staff onsite, and the haulers pull and remove the medical waste containers. Could you please clarify?

In accordance with the PWS, Section 5.1.2, vendor will remove and replace containers containing biomedical waste. Table 5-1 states the exact location of Bldg. 151, Nurses Room, monthly and Bldg. 100 as needed.

6. Also, can you please advise the current contract number, vendor and cost of service?

The incumbent is Trilogy Med Waste SE- Jacksonville, Florida. The contract number is M67004-21-P-1018.

7. Confirm whether a site visit is available or recommended for this requirement.

Site Visit is not available for this requirement.

8. Additionally, to ensure accurate pricing and service planning, could you please provide clarification on the following:

• Estimated volume of biomedical waste generated

In accordance with the PWS, Section 5.3 and 5.4 the contractor shall supply a 20-gallon sized biomedical waste grade bags for the storage container located at Site 1 and a 10-gallon gallon sized biomedical waste bags for Site 2.

• Number and location of collection points

In accordance with the RFQ, in Section 2, and the PWS in section 5.1.2, requirement details there are currently two (2) sharps containers currently being utilized. There is one (1) at HSE Building 151 and 1 (one) at Building 100.

• Expected pickup frequency –

In accordance with the RFQ, in Section 2, and the PWS in section 5.1.2, Site 1 Building 151 Frequency is Monthly (every 30 calendar days) and Site 2 Building 100 Frequency is Scheduled as needed (no more than 4 a year)

• Any base access or escort requirements for service personnel-

In accordance with the PWS, Section 14.0 Base Access, “All Contractors accessing MCSF-BI are subject to a background check. People with felonies or a criminal history may be denied access. All Contractors must have a valid driver’s license or state issued identification card. All drivers are required to provide the following information: A valid driver’s license (REAL ID), Current vehicle registration, Current vehicle insurance. Failure to pass a background check and/or furnish the documents listed above will result in base access denial. All commercial pickups require site scheduling and manifest prior to arrival.”

9. For Site 2 (Navy Corpsman Office), how many “as-needed” pickups were required over the past 12 months?

• There have been no pickups for Site 2 (Navy Corpsman Office)

10. Is Site 2 expected to be used occasionally, or should we anticipate a more regular service frequency?

• In accordance with the PWS, Section 4.0 Tasks, Service frequency of biomedical waste shall occur as represented in Table 5-1. An annual schedule of monthly pick-up services shall be provided to MCSF-BI Installation Department Environmental Section at the beginning of each contract year. Any service schedule changes or updates must be notified to MCSF-BI Installation Department Environmental Section at least 7 calendar days prior to service date.

11. Does the contract allow for subcontracting of any portion of the services (such as transportation or disposal), provided all regulatory requirements are met?

• Subcontracting is allowed and the prime contractor is responsible for the subcontractor’s performance.