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The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VISN 5) is seeking a contract for aboveground storage tank (AST) subject matter expert support at three medical centers in Maryland: Baltimore, Loch Raven, and Perry Point. The solicitation aims to help the VA comply with environmental regulations and emergency power system requirements, covering 43 aboveground fuel sources and oil-filled equipment. Key contract requirements include updating Integrated Contingency Plans (ICPs), providing facility-specific training for up to 50 employees per site, updating AST/UST policies, and supporting tank closure activities. Evaluation criteria will prioritize past performance, technical capability, pricing, and management approach, with contractors required to hold a Maryland Professional Engineer license and STI SP001 Inspector certification. The solicitation response is due by March 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, with a site visit previously scheduled for March 11, 2025.

The contract is set aside 100% for small businesses under NAICS code 562910 with a size standard of 1000 employees. The base contract will span five years (base year plus four option years) and will be performed at the VA Maryland Health Care System's facilities in Perry Point, which will serve as the primary contract management location. The scope includes closing six ASTs in the base year, with specific requirements to update documentation based on Maryland regulations and comply with standards from the Clean Water Act, Maryland Department of Environment Oil Operations Permit, and Joint Commission requirements. The solicitation covers tank closure activities across multiple facilities, with detailed technical specifications for managing 43 aboveground fuel sources, including diesel and heating oil tanks ranging from 75 to 150,000 gallons. Contractors will be responsible for comprehensive documentation, site restoration, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations throughout the contract period.