Q521--In-Home Clinical Respiratory Services

This solicitation seeks to award a contract to provide in-home clinical respiratory services for veterans through the Boise VA Medical Center and its jurisdiction. The contractor will deliver, set up, and maintain positive airway pressure devices, oximetry equipment, and other durable medical equipment. Licensed respiratory therapists employed by the contractor will perform initial equipment setups, mask refitting, pressure changes, equipment exchanges, oximetry studies, and monthly ventilator checks. The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a contractor that has experience administering PAP therapy and oximetry, and can meet all Joint Commission standards and maintain accreditation. The contract will be awarded based on a best value determination considering technical experience, past performance, and price. Proposals were due by September 18, 2020.

The opportunity is set aside for total small business concerns. The predominate NAICS code is 621610 and PSC code is R499. The period of performance consists of a one-year base period and four one-year options, from September 1, 2020 through August 31, 2025. Estimated quantities and unit prices are provided for approximately 200 equipment setups, 250 oximetry studies, 1,500 therapy visits, and 50,000 miles of travel reimbursement annually. The place of performance will be in the homes of veterans within the jurisdiction of the Boise VA Medical Center.