Pre-Solicitation Questions and Answers (36C26121Q0716).docx

36C26121Q0716 Pre-Solicitation Questions & Answers Solicitation 36C26121Q0716 Radiology Technologist and Medical Support Assistant Temporary Staffing Services

1. Is there a threshold amount?

0. Yes. The aggregate/IDIQ ceiling for the IDIQ contract is $7,000,000. Please price each line item as appropriate.

1. What machines are used for MRI, CT and US Technologists?

1. The machines used are Siemens.

1. Is there a special procedure for veterans that are applying? For instance, are there any special procedures far as onboarding the medical staffer or do the contractor need to submit them different to get hire in a VA hospital?

2. There is no special procedure specifically for Veteran candidates. The Contracting Officer Representative will help provide instructions for the onboarding process once the contract is awarded.

1. Can VASNHCS pay out 1st month in advance to help with payroll and housing for candidates?

3. No. The Government pays invoices monthly, in arrears.

1. Is there a call shift for MRI, CT, and US Technologist? If yes, how often?

4. Yes. On-call is scheduled by the facility’s management. There is an estimate of 1,000 hours for each technologist position per year.

1. How many workers per shift per modalities?

5. There is a current requirement for two temporary staff for each position. The staff will be scheduled on a need as basis.

1. Is there a weekend shift for each modalities?

6. Yes, weekend shifts may be scheduled. However, the total regular hours per week is 40 hours.

1. What shifts are you hiring for? For each modality.

7. Each position may require contracted personnel to work a total of 40 hours per week which include weekdays, weekends, days, swings, and graveyard shift. Actual workdays will be scheduled according to staffing needs and are subject to change at short notice, but advance notice will be given when possible.

1. Do you need techs for each shift 1st, 2nd and 3rd?

8. There is a current need for 2 MRI Technologist, 2 CT Technologist, and 2 Ultrasound Technologist. The technologist will be scheduled on a need as basis and per the performance work statement, the assigned shifts may consist of 4, 10, or 12-hour shifts, not to exceed 40 hours per week for regular hours. Note that the work schedule for the Technologists are based on the number of Technologist needed per shift

1. Would candidates need to be flexible with their schedule?

9. Yes. Schedules are based on the Radiology Department’s need.

1. What modalities run 24/7 if any?

10. CT and X-Ray may run 24/7. Other positions are on call.

1. Where is security background check done at the VA or is it staffing agency choice? If done by VA, will VA provide information to set-up appointment to have security and operation training before start date?

11. The security background check is completed at the VA. The Contracting Officer’s Representative will provide instructions on how to set up an appointment prior to the start date once the contract is awarded.

1. Can a bid be accepted if they’re not able to fill all positions in this solicitation?

12. No. Only responsible vendors who are capable of providing the services should submit a response to the solicitation.

1. Can this bid have a prime and a sub-contractor? If so how do we get contactor information?

13. Yes, the requirement can be met through a prime and sub-contractor. However, there are limitations on subcontracting per FAR 52.219-14. At least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern. We do not provide contractor information.

1. If job title isn’t on wage determination, how is it recommended to determine hourly wage accepted?

14. The wage determination job title for this requirement is Radiology Technologist and Medical Assistant. The IDIQ contract will be modified annually to incorporate any updated wage determinations.

1. The hourly wage listed on wage determination. Is the listed amount, the minimum amount we can offer clients or is it the max amount we can offer?

15. The hourly wage listed on the wage determination is the minimum amount the contractor pays their employees.

1. What is the 5 year period based on to determine if extension will take place?

16. Various factors are considered when determining if a new task order will be placed under the IDIQ contract; such as, contractor performance, availability of funds, and an existing need for the temporary staffing services.

1. Is Solicitation 36C26121Q0716 a follow-on requirement? If yes, what is the most recent task order number?

17. Yes, this is a follow-on requirement. The most recent task order is 36C26121N0049.

1. Is there a specific time period the temporary help will be required and is there an incumbent contractor who has been awarded this work in the past?

18. The period of performance is from October 1, 2021 – September 30, 2026. The IDIQ contract will consist of 5 ordering periods. Ansible Government Solutions is the incumbent contractor that currently provides Radiology Technologists for VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System.