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This notice does not constitute a solicitation, Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or a commitment by the Government to award a contract.\n\nThe Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research to identify qualified sources capable of meeting the requirements described herein and to support acquisition planning activities. Responses to this notice will be used by the Government to assist in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy for a future competitive procurement. Based on information received, the Government may determine whether a set-aside is appropriate or may pursue another acquisition strategy.\n\nThe Government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding to this notice.\n\n\nThe Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research regarding a potential requirement for Hazardous Waste Disposal Services for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS).\nThe Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, management, transportation, materials, supplies, equipment, analytical services, containers, manifests, documentation, training, facilities, and other resources necessary to support hazardous waste management operations.\n\nServices may include, but are not limited to:\n\nCollection of hazardous waste from designated SAVAHCS locations.\nWaste characterization and profiling.\nPackaging, labeling, manifesting, and transportation of waste.\nTreatment, storage, recycling, energy recovery, and disposal services.\nHazardous waste sampling and laboratory analysis.\nEnvironmental sampling services.\nEmergency spill response services.\nRegulatory reporting and documentation.\nEmployee training support.\n\nWaste streams may include:\n\nHazardous Waste\nExtremely Hazardous Waste\nUniversal Waste\nPharmaceutical Waste\nRCRA Pharmaceutical Waste\nP-Listed Pharmaceutical Waste\nChemotherapy Waste\nAntineoplastic Waste\nMixed Waste (Medical and Hazardous Waste)\nSpecial Medical Waste\n\nCollection activities may occur in various clinical and pharmacy locations throughout SAVAHCS, including but not limited to:\n\nPost-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)\nHemo-Oncology\nSpecialty Procedure Unit (SPU)\nInpatient Pharmacy\nOutpatient Pharmacy\n\n\nREQUIRED CAPABILITIES\n\nInterested firms should demonstrate experience and capabilities in the following areas:\n\nHazardous Waste Management\n\nHazardous waste identification and characterization\nWaste profiling and regulatory compliance\nCollection, packaging, and transportation\nTreatment, storage, and disposal services\nUniversal waste management\nPharmaceutical waste management\n\nEnvironmental Sampling and Analytical Services\n\nCapability to perform environmental sampling and laboratory coordination including:\n\nAir quality sampling\nMold sampling\nAsbestos sampling\nHazardous waste analytical testing\n\nRegulatory Compliance\n\nAbility to comply with:\n\nEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations\nDepartment of Transportation (DOT) regulations\nOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements\nResource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)\nState and local environmental requirements\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs requirements\n\nTraining Capabilities\n\nAbility to provide:\n\nHazardous waste management training\nDOT hazardous materials training\nTrain-the-trainer support\nEnvironmental compliance education\n\nEmergency Spill Response Capability\n\nRespondents shall confirm whether they can provide emergency spill response services with on-site response capability within four (4) hours after notification by the Government.\n\nDescribe:\n\nResponse process\nAvailable personnel\nAvailable equipment\nGeographic coverage area\nEmergency response resources\n\n\nCONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS\n\nInterested firms should demonstrate the ability to:\n\nMaintain all required EPA, DOT, state, and local permits and licenses.\nMaintain required EPA Identification Numbers.\nUtilize properly licensed transportation assets.\nProvide personnel trained and certified in applicable hazardous waste requirements.\nProvide UN-approved and DOT-compliant containers.\nUtilize approved treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.\nMaintain documented quality control procedures.\nProvide emergency response services.\nPerform regulatory reporting and manifest tracking.\n\n\nANTICIPATED CONTRACT STRUCTURE\n\nThe Government is conducting market research regarding a potential contract requirement consisting of:\n\nPeriod\nDates\nBase Period\nNovember 1, 2026   October 31, 2027\nOption Period One\nNovember 1, 2027   October 31, 2028\nOption Period Two\nNovember 1, 2028   October 31, 2029\nOption Period Three\nNovember 1, 2029   October 31, 2030\nOption Period Four\nNovember 1, 2030   October 31, 2031\n\nThe final contract type, contract structure, and acquisition strategy will be determined following completion of market research and acquisition planning activities.\n\nPRELIMINARY NAICS INFORMATION\n\nThe Government is currently considering the following NAICS code:\nNAICS 562211   Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal\n\nInterested firms are encouraged to identify any alternative NAICS code they believe more appropriately reflects the principal purpose of the requirement and provide supporting rationale.\n\nThe Government will make a final NAICS determination following review of market research responses and acquisition planning analysis.\n\n\nINFORMATION REQUESTED\n\nInterested firms shall submit a capability statement not exceeding ten (10) pages and include the following information:\n\nCompany Information\n\nCompany Name\nUEI Number\nCAGE Code\nBusiness Address\nWebsite\nPrimary Point of Contact\nTelephone Number\nEmail Address\n\nSocioeconomic Status\n\nIdentify all applicable socioeconomic classifications:\n\nSBA-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)\nSBA-Certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)\nSBA 8(a) Small Business\nHUBZone Small Business\nWoman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)\nEconomically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB)\nSmall Business\nLarge Business\n\nIf identifying as an SDVOSB or VOSB, provide:\n\nConfirmation of current SBA VetCert certification status\nCertification expiration date (if available)\nConfirmation that the firm qualifies as small under the applicable NAICS code\n\nTechnical Capability\n\nDescribe your firm's capability to perform:\n\nHazardous waste collection\nHazardous waste 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NOTICE\n\nThis Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for market research and acquisition planning purposes.\nResponses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government does not intend to award a contract based solely on responses to this notice and will not reimburse any costs associated with preparing or submitting information in response to this request.\n\nThe Government reserves the right to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy based upon information received and any additional market research conducted.\n\nEND OF SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE","text":"This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for information gathering and acquisition planning purposes. This notice does not constitute a solicitation, Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or a commitment by the Government to award a contract.\n\nThe Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research to identify qualified sources capable of meeting the requirements described herein and to support acquisition planning activities. Responses to this notice will be used by the Government to assist in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy for a future competitive procurement. Based on information received, the Government may determine whether a set-aside is appropriate or may pursue another acquisition strategy.\n\nThe Government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding to this notice.\n\nThe Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research regarding a potential requirement for Hazardous Waste Disposal Services for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS).\nThe Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, management, transportation, materials, supplies, equipment, analytical services, containers, manifests, documentation, training, facilities, and other resources necessary to support hazardous waste management operations.\n\nServices may include, but are not limited to:\n\nCollection of hazardous waste from designated SAVAHCS locations.\nWaste characterization and profiling.\nPackaging, labeling, manifesting, and transportation of waste.\nTreatment, storage, recycling, energy recovery, and disposal services.\nHazardous waste sampling and laboratory analysis.\nEnvironmental sampling services.\nEmergency spill response services.\nRegulatory reporting and documentation.\nEmployee training support.\n\nWaste streams may include:\n\nHazardous Waste\nExtremely Hazardous Waste\nUniversal Waste\nPharmaceutical Waste\nRCRA Pharmaceutical Waste\nP-Listed Pharmaceutical Waste\nChemotherapy Waste\nAntineoplastic Waste\nMixed Waste (Medical and Hazardous Waste)\nSpecial Medical Waste\n\nCollection activities may occur in various clinical and pharmacy locations throughout SAVAHCS, including but not limited to:\n\nPost-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)\nHemo-Oncology\nSpecialty Procedure Unit (SPU)\nInpatient Pharmacy\nOutpatient Pharmacy\n\nREQUIRED CAPABILITIES\n\nInterested firms should demonstrate experience and capabilities in the following areas:\n\nHazardous Waste Management\n\nHazardous waste identification and characterization\nWaste profiling and regulatory compliance\nCollection, packaging, and transportation\nTreatment, storage, and disposal services\nUniversal waste management\nPharmaceutical waste management\n\nEnvironmental Sampling and Analytical Services\n\nCapability to perform environmental sampling and laboratory coordination including:\n\nAir quality sampling\nMold sampling\nAsbestos sampling\nHazardous waste analytical testing\n\nRegulatory Compliance\n\nAbility to comply with:\n\nEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations\nDepartment of Transportation (DOT) regulations\nOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements\nResource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)\nState and local environmental requirements\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs requirements\n\nTraining Capabilities\n\nAbility to provide:\n\nHazardous waste management training\nDOT hazardous materials training\nTrain-the-trainer support\nEnvironmental compliance education\n\nEmergency Spill Response Capability\n\nRespondents shall confirm whether they can provide emergency spill response services with on-site response capability within four (4) hours after notification by the Government.\n\nDescribe:\n\nResponse process\nAvailable personnel\nAvailable equipment\nGeographic coverage area\nEmergency response resources\n\nCONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS\n\nInterested firms should demonstrate the ability to:\n\nMaintain all required EPA, DOT, state, and local permits and licenses.\nMaintain required EPA Identification Numbers.\nUtilize properly licensed transportation assets.\nProvide personnel trained and certified in applicable hazardous waste requirements.\nProvide UN-approved and DOT-compliant containers.\nUtilize approved treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.\nMaintain documented quality control procedures.\nProvide emergency response services.\nPerform regulatory reporting and manifest tracking.\n\nANTICIPATED CONTRACT STRUCTURE\n\nThe Government is conducting market research regarding a potential contract requirement consisting of:\n\nPeriod\nDates\nBase Period\nNovember 1, 2026 October 31, 2027\nOption Period One\nNovember 1, 2027 October 31, 2028\nOption Period Two\nNovember 1, 2028 October 31, 2029\nOption Period Three\nNovember 1, 2029 October 31, 2030\nOption Period Four\nNovember 1, 2030 October 31, 2031\n\nThe final contract type, contract structure, and acquisition strategy will be determined following completion of market research and acquisition planning activities.\n\nPRELIMINARY NAICS INFORMATION\n\nThe Government is currently considering the following NAICS code:\nNAICS 562211 Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal\n\nInterested firms are encouraged to identify any alternative NAICS code they believe more appropriately reflects the principal purpose of the requirement and provide supporting rationale.\n\nThe Government will make a final NAICS determination following review of market research responses and acquisition planning analysis.\n\nINFORMATION REQUESTED\n\nInterested firms shall submit a capability statement not exceeding ten (10) pages and include the following information:\n\nCompany Information\n\nCompany Name\nUEI Number\nCAGE Code\nBusiness Address\nWebsite\nPrimary Point of Contact\nTelephone Number\nEmail Address\n\nSocioeconomic Status\n\nIdentify all applicable socioeconomic classifications:\n\nSBA-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)\nSBA-Certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)\nSBA 8(a) Small Business\nHUBZone Small Business\nWoman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)\nEconomically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB)\nSmall Business\nLarge Business\n\nIf identifying as an SDVOSB or VOSB, provide:\n\nConfirmation of current SBA VetCert certification status\nCertification expiration date (if available)\nConfirmation that the firm qualifies as small under the applicable NAICS code\n\nTechnical Capability\n\nDescribe your firm's capability to perform:\n\nHazardous waste collection\nHazardous waste transportation\nHazardous waste treatment and disposal\nPharmaceutical waste disposal\nUniversal waste disposal\nWaste characterization and profiling\nEnvironmental sampling services\nLaboratory analytical services\nEmergency spill response\nRegulatory reporting and manifesting\nAnnual training requirements\n\nFacilities and Resources\n\nProvide information regarding:\n\nTreatment, storage, and disposal facilities\nTransportation resources\nLaboratory resources\nEnvironmental sampling resources\nEmergency response resources\nGeographic service coverage\n\nVeteran-Owned Small Business Capability Information\n\nIf your firm is an SBA-certified SDVOSB or VOSB, describe your ability to independently perform the primary and vital portions of the contemplated requirement.\n\nAddress capabilities related to:\n\nHazardous waste collection\nTransportation\nDisposal\nEmergency response\nSampling\nTraining\nRegulatory compliance\n\nSubcontracting Approach\n\nDescribe any anticipated subcontracting arrangements and identify:\n\nWork to be performed by your company\nWork anticipated to be subcontracted\nWhether subcontractors would be used for:\n\nTransportation\nTreatment/disposal\nSampling\nEmergency response\nRegulatory reporting\nTraining\n\nRelevant Past Performance\n\nProvide information for at least three contracts performed within the last five years that are similar in scope and complexity.\n\nInclude:\n\nContract Number\nCustomer Name\nPeriod of Performance\nContract Value\nDescription of Services\nCustomer Point of Contact\n\nExperience supporting healthcare facilities, federal agencies, Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, or similarly regulated environments should be identified.\n\nRESPONSE DUE DATE\n\nResponses shall be submitted no later than:\nRESPONSE DUE DATE: October 16, 2026\nRESPONSE DUE TIME: 10:00 AM\nTime Zone: Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)\n\nSUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS\n\nResponses shall be submitted electronically in PDF format.\n\nSubmit responses via email to:\n\nContracting Officer: Norman Napper-Rogers\nEmail: Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov\n\nSubject Line\n\nSources Sought Response 36C26227Q0036 - Hazardous Waste Disposal Services SAVAHCS\n\nQUESTIONS\n\nQuestions regarding this Sources Sought Notice shall be submitted by email to the Contract Specialist identified above no later than:\n\nQUESTION DEADLINE: October 7, 2026\n\nMARKET RESEARCH PURPOSE\n\nThe Government intends to use responses to this notice to:\n\nDetermine the availability of qualified sources capable of meeting the requirement.\nAssess industry capabilities and commercial practices.\nIdentify potential acquisition risks and challenges.\nSupport acquisition planning activities.\nAssist the Government in determining the most appropriate procurement strategy.\nEvaluate potential small business participation opportunities.\nSupport development of the acquisition strategy for a competitive future procurement.\n\nADDITIONAL NOTICE\n\nThis Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for market research and 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This notice does not constitute a solicitation, Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or a commitment by the Government to award a contract. The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research to identify qualified sources capable of meeting the requirements described herein and to support acquisition planning activities. Responses to this notice will be used by the Government to assist in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy for a future competitive procurement. Based on information received, the Government may determine whether a set-aside is appropriate or may pursue another acquisition strategy. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding to this notice. The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research regarding a potential requirement for Hazardous Waste Disposal Services for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS). The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, management, transportation, materials, supplies, equipment, analytical services, containers, manifests, documentation, training, facilities, and other resources necessary to support hazardous waste management operations. Services may include, but are not limited to: Collection of hazardous waste from designated SAVAHCS locations. Waste characterization and profiling. Packaging, labeling, manifesting, and transportation of waste. Treatment, storage, recycling, energy recovery, and disposal services. Hazardous waste sampling and laboratory analysis. Environmental sampling services. Emergency spill response services. Regulatory reporting and documentation. Employee training support. Waste streams may include: Hazardous Waste Extremely Hazardous Waste Universal Waste Pharmaceutical Waste RCRA Pharmaceutical Waste P-Listed Pharmaceutical Waste Chemotherapy Waste Antineoplastic Waste Mixed Waste (Medical and Hazardous Waste) Special Medical Waste Collection activities may occur in various clinical and pharmacy locations throughout SAVAHCS, including but not limited to: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Hemo-Oncology Specialty Procedure Unit (SPU) Inpatient Pharmacy Outpatient Pharmacy REQUIRED CAPABILITIES Interested firms should demonstrate experience and capabilities in the following areas: Hazardous Waste Management Hazardous waste identification and characterization Waste profiling and regulatory compliance Collection, packaging, and transportation Treatment, storage, and disposal services Universal waste management Pharmaceutical waste management Environmental Sampling and Analytical Services Capability to perform environmental sampling and laboratory coordination including: Air quality sampling Mold sampling Asbestos sampling Hazardous waste analytical testing Regulatory Compliance Ability to comply with: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) State and local environmental requirements Department of Veterans Affairs requirements Training Capabilities Ability to provide: Hazardous waste management training DOT hazardous materials training Train-the-trainer support Environmental compliance education Emergency Spill Response Capability Respondents shall confirm whether they can provide emergency spill response services with on-site response capability within four (4) hours after notification by the Government. Describe: Response process Available personnel Available equipment Geographic coverage area Emergency response resources CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Interested firms should demonstrate the ability to: Maintain all required EPA, DOT, state, and local permits and licenses. Maintain required EPA Identification Numbers. Utilize properly licensed transportation assets. Provide personnel trained and certified in applicable hazardous waste requirements. Provide UN-approved and DOT-compliant containers. Utilize approved treatment, storage, and disposal facilities. Maintain documented quality control procedures. Provide emergency response services. Perform regulatory reporting and manifest tracking. ANTICIPATED CONTRACT STRUCTURE The Government is conducting market research regarding a potential contract requirement consisting of: Period Dates Base Period November 1, 2026 October 31, 2027 Option Period One November 1, 2027 October 31, 2028 Option Period Two November 1, 2028 October 31, 2029 Option Period Three November 1, 2029 October 31, 2030 Option Period Four November 1, 2030 October 31, 2031 The final contract type, contract structure, and acquisition strategy will be determined following completion of market research and acquisition planning activities. PRELIMINARY NAICS INFORMATION The Government is currently considering the following NAICS code: NAICS 562211 Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal Interested firms are encouraged to identify any alternative NAICS code they believe more appropriately reflects the principal purpose of the requirement and provide supporting rationale. The Government will make a final NAICS determination following review of market research responses and acquisition planning analysis. INFORMATION REQUESTED Interested firms shall submit a capability statement not exceeding ten (10) pages and include the following information: Company Information Company Name UEI Number CAGE Code Business Address Website Primary Point of Contact Telephone Number Email Address Socioeconomic Status Identify all applicable socioeconomic classifications: SBA-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) SBA-Certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) SBA 8(a) Small Business HUBZone Small Business Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Small Business Large Business If identifying as an SDVOSB or VOSB, provide: Confirmation of current SBA VetCert certification status Certification expiration date (if available) Confirmation that the firm qualifies as small under the applicable NAICS code Technical Capability Describe your firm&#39;s capability to perform: Hazardous waste collection Hazardous waste transportation Hazardous waste treatment and disposal Pharmaceutical waste disposal Universal waste disposal Waste characterization and profiling Environmental sampling services Laboratory analytical services Emergency spill response Regulatory reporting and manifesting Annual training requirements Facilities and Resources Provide information regarding: Treatment, storage, and disposal facilities Transportation resources Laboratory resources Environmental sampling resources Emergency response resources Geographic service coverage Veteran-Owned Small Business Capability Information If your firm is an SBA-certified SDVOSB or VOSB, describe your ability to independently perform the primary and vital portions of the contemplated requirement. Address capabilities related to: Hazardous waste collection Transportation Disposal Emergency response Sampling Training Regulatory compliance Subcontracting Approach Describe any anticipated subcontracting arrangements and identify: Work to be performed by your company Work anticipated to be subcontracted Whether subcontractors would be used for: Transportation Treatment/disposal Sampling Emergency response Regulatory reporting Training Relevant Past Performance Provide information for at least three contracts performed within the last five years that are similar in scope and complexity. Include: Contract Number Customer Name Period of Performance Contract Value Description of Services Customer Point of Contact Experience supporting healthcare facilities, federal agencies, Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, or similarly regulated environments should be identified. RESPONSE DUE DATE Responses shall be submitted no later than: RESPONSE DUE DATE: October 16, 2026 RESPONSE DUE TIME: 10:00 AM Time Zone: Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Responses shall be submitted electronically in PDF format. Submit responses via email to: Contracting Officer: Norman Napper-Rogers Email: Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov Subject Line Sources Sought Response 36C26227Q0036 - Hazardous Waste Disposal Services SAVAHCS QUESTIONS Questions regarding this Sources Sought Notice shall be submitted by email to the Contract Specialist identified above no later than: QUESTION DEADLINE: October 7, 2026 MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSE The Government intends to use responses to this notice to: Determine the availability of qualified sources capable of meeting the requirement. Assess industry capabilities and commercial practices. Identify potential acquisition risks and challenges. Support acquisition planning activities. Assist the Government in determining the most appropriate procurement strategy. Evaluate potential small business participation opportunities. Support development of the acquisition strategy for a competitive future procurement. ADDITIONAL NOTICE This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for market research and acquisition planning purposes. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government does not intend to award a contract based solely on responses to this notice and will not reimburse any costs associated with preparing or submitting information in response to this request. The Government reserves the right to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy based upon information received and any additional market research conducted. END OF SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE</p>","text":"This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for information gathering and acquisition planning purposes. This notice does not constitute a solicitation, Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or a commitment by the Government to award a contract. The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research to identify qualified sources capable of meeting the requirements described herein and to support acquisition planning activities. Responses to this notice will be used by the Government to assist in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy for a future competitive procurement. Based on information received, the Government may determine whether a set-aside is appropriate or may pursue another acquisition strategy. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding to this notice. The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research regarding a potential requirement for Hazardous Waste Disposal Services for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS). The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, management, transportation, materials, supplies, equipment, analytical services, containers, manifests, documentation, training, facilities, and other resources necessary to support hazardous waste management operations. Services may include, but are not limited to: Collection of hazardous waste from designated SAVAHCS locations. Waste characterization and profiling. Packaging, labeling, manifesting, and transportation of waste. Treatment, storage, recycling, energy recovery, and disposal services. Hazardous waste sampling and laboratory analysis. Environmental sampling services. Emergency spill response services. Regulatory reporting and documentation. Employee training support. Waste streams may include: Hazardous Waste Extremely Hazardous Waste Universal Waste Pharmaceutical Waste RCRA Pharmaceutical Waste P-Listed Pharmaceutical Waste Chemotherapy Waste Antineoplastic Waste Mixed Waste (Medical and Hazardous Waste) Special Medical Waste Collection activities may occur in various clinical and pharmacy locations throughout SAVAHCS, including but not limited to: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Hemo-Oncology Specialty Procedure Unit (SPU) Inpatient Pharmacy Outpatient Pharmacy REQUIRED CAPABILITIES Interested firms should demonstrate experience and capabilities in the following areas: Hazardous Waste Management Hazardous waste identification and characterization Waste profiling and regulatory compliance Collection, packaging, and transportation Treatment, storage, and disposal services Universal waste management Pharmaceutical waste management Environmental Sampling and Analytical Services Capability to perform environmental sampling and laboratory coordination including: Air quality sampling Mold sampling Asbestos sampling Hazardous waste analytical testing Regulatory Compliance Ability to comply with: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) State and local environmental requirements Department of Veterans Affairs requirements Training Capabilities Ability to provide: Hazardous waste management training DOT hazardous materials training Train-the-trainer support Environmental compliance education Emergency Spill Response Capability Respondents shall confirm whether they can provide emergency spill response services with on-site response capability within four (4) hours after notification by the Government. Describe: Response process Available personnel Available equipment Geographic coverage area Emergency response resources CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Interested firms should demonstrate the ability to: Maintain all required EPA, DOT, state, and local permits and licenses. Maintain required EPA Identification Numbers. Utilize properly licensed transportation assets. Provide personnel trained and certified in applicable hazardous waste requirements. Provide UN-approved and DOT-compliant containers. Utilize approved treatment, storage, and disposal facilities. Maintain documented quality control procedures. Provide emergency response services. Perform regulatory reporting and manifest tracking. ANTICIPATED CONTRACT STRUCTURE The Government is conducting market research regarding a potential contract requirement consisting of: Period Dates Base Period November 1, 2026 October 31, 2027 Option Period One November 1, 2027 October 31, 2028 Option Period Two November 1, 2028 October 31, 2029 Option Period Three November 1, 2029 October 31, 2030 Option Period Four November 1, 2030 October 31, 2031 The final contract type, contract structure, and acquisition strategy will be determined following completion of market research and acquisition planning activities. PRELIMINARY NAICS INFORMATION The Government is currently considering the following NAICS code: NAICS 562211 Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal Interested firms are encouraged to identify any alternative NAICS code they believe more appropriately reflects the principal purpose of the requirement and provide supporting rationale. The Government will make a final NAICS determination following review of market research responses and acquisition planning analysis. INFORMATION REQUESTED Interested firms shall submit a capability statement not exceeding ten (10) pages and include the following information: Company Information Company Name UEI Number CAGE Code Business Address Website Primary Point of Contact Telephone Number Email Address Socioeconomic Status Identify all applicable socioeconomic classifications: SBA-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) SBA-Certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) SBA 8(a) Small Business HUBZone Small Business Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Small Business Large Business If identifying as an SDVOSB or VOSB, provide: Confirmation of current SBA VetCert certification status Certification expiration date (if available) Confirmation that the firm qualifies as small under the applicable NAICS code Technical Capability Describe your firm's capability to perform: Hazardous waste collection Hazardous waste transportation Hazardous waste treatment and disposal Pharmaceutical waste disposal Universal waste disposal Waste characterization and profiling Environmental sampling services Laboratory analytical services Emergency spill response Regulatory reporting and manifesting Annual training requirements Facilities and Resources Provide information regarding: Treatment, storage, and disposal facilities Transportation resources Laboratory resources Environmental sampling resources Emergency response resources Geographic service coverage Veteran-Owned Small Business Capability Information If your firm is an SBA-certified SDVOSB or VOSB, describe your ability to independently perform the primary and vital portions of the contemplated requirement. Address capabilities related to: Hazardous waste collection Transportation Disposal Emergency response Sampling Training Regulatory compliance Subcontracting Approach Describe any anticipated subcontracting arrangements and identify: Work to be performed by your company Work anticipated to be subcontracted Whether subcontractors would be used for: Transportation Treatment/disposal Sampling Emergency response Regulatory reporting Training Relevant Past Performance Provide information for at least three contracts performed within the last five years that are similar in scope and complexity. Include: Contract Number Customer Name Period of Performance Contract Value Description of Services Customer Point of Contact Experience supporting healthcare facilities, federal agencies, Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, or similarly regulated environments should be identified. RESPONSE DUE DATE Responses shall be submitted no later than: RESPONSE DUE DATE: October 16, 2026 RESPONSE DUE TIME: 10:00 AM Time Zone: Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Responses shall be submitted electronically in PDF format. Submit responses via email to: Contracting Officer: Norman Napper-Rogers Email: Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov Subject Line Sources Sought Response 36C26227Q0036 - Hazardous Waste Disposal Services SAVAHCS QUESTIONS Questions regarding this Sources Sought Notice shall be submitted by email to the Contract Specialist identified above no later than: QUESTION DEADLINE: October 7, 2026 MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSE The Government intends to use responses to this notice to: Determine the availability of qualified sources capable of meeting the requirement. Assess industry capabilities and commercial practices. Identify potential acquisition risks and challenges. Support acquisition planning activities. Assist the Government in determining the most appropriate procurement strategy. Evaluate potential small business participation opportunities. Support development of the acquisition strategy for a competitive future procurement. ADDITIONAL NOTICE This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for market research and acquisition planning purposes. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government does not intend to award a contract based solely on responses to this notice and will not reimburse any costs associated with preparing or submitting information in response to this request. The Government reserves the right to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy based upon information received and any additional market research conducted. 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This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.\n\nThis solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 (eff. 03/13/2026).\n\nThis solicitation is set-aside for 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns IAW FAR 19.1405 SDVOSB Set-aside procedures, and VAAR Subpart 819.70, the VA Veterans First Contracting Program.\n\nThis will be a Firm-Fixed-Price contract.\n\nThe associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 562112 - Hazardous Waste Collection, with a small business size standard of $47.0 million.\n\nThe FSC/PSC is S205 - Housekeeping- Trash/garbage Collection.\n\nThe Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) is seeking to purchase HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES. \n\nAll interested companies shall provide quotations for the following:\n\nStatement of Work (SOW)\n\nContract Title\n\nHazardous Waste Disposal Services.\n\nBackground\n\nThe Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) Environmental Management Service requires the award of a service contract for Hazardous Waste Disposal Services for the SAVAHCS. The services shall comply with this Statement of Work (SOW), equipment manufacturer, and all applicable VA, local, state, and Federal policies, and regulations.\n\nObjective\n\nThe objective of this service contract is to have a contractor to provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, sanitized, disinfected and labeled containers, transportation, facilities, supplies, and waste manifests for the SAVAHCS. Contactor shall collect, analyze, prepare, package, label, remove, transport, store, treat and dispose of Hazardous waste under the resulting contract in accordance with the terms and conditions, specifications and in accordance with the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency   EPA, Department of Transportation) laws, policies and guidelines, and VA infectious medical waste requirement. The Contractor shall maintain all necessary hazardous waste permits and licenses for the disposal of and treatment of such waste. The Contractor shall also have an assigned U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) authorization and identification number, necessary Department of Transportation permits, and insurance prior to transport and/or disposal of subject waste. If contractor requires additional information, they may contact U.S, EPA regional office.\n\nScope\n \nThe following categories of waste are subject to this contract:\n\nHazardous Waste: Any waste material or mixture of wastes which is toxic, corrosive, flammable, an irritant, a strong sensitizer or which generates pressure through decomposition, heat or other means, if such a waste or mixture of wastes may cause substantial injury, serious illness or harm to humans, domestic livestock or wildlife. Hazardous waste includes extremely hazardous material. This also includes all materials identified by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA); Subtitle C, 40 CFR, Parts 260-265.\n\nExtremely Hazardous Waste: This includes all materials also identified by the 1976 RCRA. This waste includes toxic corrosive acids, gases, chemicals, and solids which may be explosive, flammable or highly corrosive and could cause disease or serious injury to human health.\n\nMixed Waste (Medical Waste and Hazardous Waste): Contaminated dressings, tissues, gloves, masks, hair covers, and other materials. This is hazardous waste and is subject to the regulations applicable to hazardous waste.\n\nSpecial Medical Waste: As defined in the Medical Waste Management Act (MWMA) \n\nUniversal Waste: EPA s universal waste regulations streamline hazardous waste management standards for federally designated  universal waste  shall include: batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment, and bulbs (lamps). Universal Waste regulations are set forth in 40 CFR part 273. Contractor will be responsible for compliance with state regulations.\n\nPharmaceutical Waste: \n\nAsbestos Waste: As defined in 40 CFR Part 61, National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, Subpart M, National Emission Standard For Asbestos.\n\nThe following categories of waste are subject to this contract:\n\nGeneral Waste: Waste (non-infectious, non-hazardous) which is considered not to harbor any viable pathogens nor hazardous materials. This waste may be placed into clear plastic liners and can be disposed of in landfills or incinerated; Includes medical waste that is rendered non-factious by autoclaving or by the use of Liquid Treatment System (LTS).\n\nMedical Waste: Medical waste means waste which meets both of the following requirements:\n\nComposed of waste which is generated or produced as a result of: (1) diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals; (2) research pertaining to the activities specified in (1) above; (3) production or testing of biological.\nThe waste is any of the following; bio-hazardous waste, sharps-waste. Mixed Waste: Mixtures of medical and non-medical waste. Mixed waste is medical waste, except for all of the following:\nMedical waste and radioactive waste is radioactive waste and is subject to regulations applicable to radioactive waste.\nMedical waste, hazardous waste, and radioactive waste are radioactive mixed waste and are subject to regulations applicable to hazardous waste.\n\nDisposal and Sanitation Requirements:\n\nContractor shall use their environmentally sound methods of treating and destruction of wastes such as incineration and recycling or any other acceptable methods, in accordance with EPA and industry standards. Disposal shall be performed in such a manner as not to create conditions detrimental to public health or to constitute a public nuisance. The pick-up area where containers are placed shall be maintained in a clean, orderly, sanitary condition. Particular attention shall be paid to the prompt cleanup of oil and/or grease spills, either generated from the vehicles used to haul containers or because of container leakage. Contractor furnished containers shall be kept neat, in clean and sanitary appearances, and repaired or replaced as necessary.\n\nContractors should refer to the participating VA Healthcare System preferred disposal hierarchy when determining disposition of waste. This hierarchy consists of a) recycling, b) fuel blending/ energy recovery, c) incineration (Part B permitted incinerators), or d) treatment (neutralization, stabilization) and/or landfill. A detailed description of the VA Healthcare System disposal hierarchy is available from the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR).\n\nContractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, county regulations on workers  safety standards and related training. All Contractor personnel involved in the performance of this contract shall have received training regarding the handling of infectious materials, and emergency procedures to be followed in case of a spill. Certification of such training must be provided within fifteen days of receiving notice of award of the contract. Certification for any new employees shall be provided to the Contracting Officer within thirty (30) days of receipt of the training.\n\nApplicable Publication (Standards)\n\nThe following publications form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in text by basic designation only. Except for a specific date given, the issue in effect (including amendments, addenda, revisions, supplements, and errata) on the date the system s submittal is technically approved by VA shall be enforced.\n\n29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards\n40 CFR Subchapter C, Hazardous Materials Regulations, Part 171 through 179\n49 CFR Department of Transportation\n\nPerformance\n\nWork Practices and Standards: The Contractor shall have established standard operating procedures that will be followed while conducting normal hazardous waste management activities. This includes site safety and contingency procedures, strike contingency plan, operational procedures, site management structure, supplies, equipment practices, material sampling procedures, hazard assessment and categorization procedures, packing procedures, quality assurance procedures, procedures for gaining waste acceptance into a facility and project management procedures.\n\nCharacterization of waste: The Contractor shall provide documentation that it has characterized the hazardous nature of all wastes produced by all equipment, devices, reagents, and discharges in accordance with the requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations Title 40  Protection of the Environment  Part 261 et seq. and applicable state and local requirements. Documentation shall include a description of the characteristics of the hazardous waste produced as a byproduct of the instrument operations, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) meeting the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the analytical process used to determine the hazardous nature and characteristics of the waste, and the analytical test results. Testing of hazardous waste is to be done in accordance with testing protocol specified for each individual waste as described in the Code of Federal Regulations Title 40 to make a determination if the waste is a hazardous waste or otherwise regulated. The determination and description shall address the following:\n\nWaste toxicity (Reference 40CFR261.11 and 40CFR261.24)\nWaste ignitability (Reference 40CFR261.21)\nWaste corrosivity (Reference 40CFR261.22)\nWaste reactivity (Reference 40CFR261.23)\nHazardous waste from non-specific sources (F-listed) (Reference 40CFR261.31)\nDiscarded commercial products (acutely toxic or P-listed and toxic or U-listed) (Reference 40CFR261.33)\nSolid Waste (Reference 40 CFR 261.2)\nExclusions (Reference 40 CFR 261.4)\n\nQuality Assurance: The Contractor shall develop and maintain a quality program to unsure refuse and recycling services are performed in accordance with commonly accepted commercial practices. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. As a minimum, the Contractor shall develop quality control procedures addressing the areas identified in the next paragraph.\n\nThe government will periodically evaluate the contractor performance by appointing a representative(s) to monitor performance to ensure services are received. The government may inspect each task as completed or increases the number of quality control inspections if deemed appropriate. Likewise, the government may decrease the number of quality control inspections if performance dictates.\nHandling: Appropriate handling of waste is essential for the safety of Government and Contractor employees and cost containment. The contractor shall provide the employees training to ensure that established policies and procedures for Hazardous Waste are followed. Contractor employees providing site services shall be certified in 40 hour HAZWOPER training and wear appropriate protective equipment when handling hazardous waste.\n\nWaste Containers: The contractor shall provide all appropriate collection containers at no cost to the government. Waste Containers, Identifying Labels, and Markings shall meet applicable safety codes and regulatory requirements. The contractor shall maintain all containers and government facilities ensuring they are free of unpleasant odors, dirt, debris and pests. Cleaning and decontamination of containers shall not be performed on Government property. Contractor shall provide manufacture s specification and descriptive literature for approval. Waste containers shall be United Nation (UN) and Department of Transportation (DOT) approved.\n\nTraining: The contract will include annual training for all employees who handle hazardous and/or universal waste, at least once per year, designated by the COR. The hazardous waste training program will provide training to employees who generate hazardous waste in Satellite Accumulation Areas that have hazardous waste management responsibilities. Training will incorporate Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), state specific regulations and include storage, documentation, records management, safety data sheets, emergency responsibilities, and other pertinent topics. The training will include DOT hazardous materials training that meet the requirements of 49 CFR 172.704.\n\nThe Contractor will partner with the COR to develop medical center specific training to nursing and Research staff on the collection and accumulation of hazardous and universal waste. This training will be conducted in a train-the-trainer style by the contractor.\n\nThe contractor shall provide their technical expertise on topics related to EPA, DOT, State-specific RCRA and other environmental regulations.\n\nReports/Tracking Documents:\n\nTracking Documents: The contractor shall maintain service records and submit them to the (COR) after each service. At a minimum the documents shall include the following information:\n\nTypes and quantities of treated and disposed waste\nMethods of treatment and disposal\nLocation of licensed treatment and disposal facilities\nCertification that hazardous waste has been packaged, collected, transported, handled, treated, and disposed of in compliance with regulatory agencies, laws, directives and ordinances\nOriginal Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest shall be submitted to the COR at the time of each pick-up.\n\nSpill Report: When waste is spilled by the contractor at any pickup or storage location or during transport, the contractor shall submit a Spill Report identifying the spills. Such incidents shall be reported to the COR immediately, by telephone and in writing no later than seven (7) workdays after leaving the site. The Spill Report shall list at a minimum the type of spill, amount of waste, and personnel exposed to the spilled waste.\n\nThe Contractor shall provide certification that the spill was removed, including a statement concerning the effect on any employees, and a description of the cause and corrective measure instituted by Contractor to ensure spills do not occur again. The Contractor is responsible for cleaning up spills that are caused by contractor employees.\n\nSubcontractors: The Government must approve all subcontractors prior to contract award. Offerors shall identify all services to be performed by subcontractors. 50% performance is required from the Prime and as required by subcontracting clause 52.219-14.\n\nTransportation: Hazardous waste shall be transported on the public highways by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved (with DOT implications) licensed haulers to an approved disposal site. All Contractor vehicles used to transport hazardous waste must be currently licensed, permitted or otherwise registered in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws. License number must be posted on the exterior of the vehicle. Each truck or van transporting hazardous waste must have an emergency spill clean-up plan and basic cleanup equipment on board.\n\nMethod of disposal: Waste generated by each VA Healthcare System and approved for transport to storage stations shall not be commingled in the same shipping container with wastes from other VA Healthcare System or any other generator, unless allowed by law. Disposal method shall be by recycle, incineration, treatment or land burial, whichever is appropriate and in compliance with Federal, State, and Local disposal regulations. The Contractor shall use a treatment, storage, or disposal facility that has a valid permit to manage hazardous waste. The Government must approve all disposal facilities used by the Contractor.\n\nSpill Response: The Contractor will provide spill response/clean-up as required by the Government. The Government will provide the Contractor with the location, size, name of chemical or material involved, proximity of sewers and urgency and any governmental agencies called. The Contractor has four (4) hours to be on site after the phone call has been placed. The Contractor shall provide appropriate personnel and equipment to mitigate and remove released hazardous materials. Coverage will be on a 24 hour, 7 day a week basis.\n\nThe contractor will provide their spill procedures for integration into facility level SPCC or contingency plans. The contractor will provide their billing procedure that would be used for spill and emergency response activity.\n\nThe Contractor will provide Chemists only when requested by the COR.\n\nLaboratory technicians may be required to pack waste for pick-up and record waste statistics, only when requested by the COR.\n\nA Chemist and/ or a Laboratory Technician shall be provided, only when requested by the COR and with the approval of the CO, to perform work, such as, but not limited to, identifying properties of a chemical, procedures in handling chemicals, etc., that are beyond the capability of a trained and certified technician. Rates, terms and condition shall be in accordance with the contract.\n\nMaterial Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)\n\nThe Contractor shall provide their employees with immediate access to MSDS for all hazardous substances.\n\nContractor s Disposal Locations\n\nContractor shall provide the COR with a list of disposal facilities that will be used in conjunction with this contract. This list must include the name of the company, address, city, and state, zip code, telephone number, ESPA ID number, and disposal methods.\n\nPenalties and Fines\n\nThe Contractor shall satisfy all applicable regulatory agency requirements. In the event a regulatory agency assesses a monetary fine against the Government for violations caused by the Contractor, the contractor shall reimburse the Government for the amount of the fine.\n\nHazardous Waste Analysis\n\nSampling and laboratory analytical services shall be provided by the Contractor every six months or as necessary to support operating and disposal requirements. Unless otherwise directed, all sampling and laboratory analysis shall be accomplished as described in the latest edition of Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, American Public Health Association, or in accordance with other regulatory agency ACO approved methods. The Government reserves the right to collect waste samples to perform tests and/or have the right to the tests performed by another laboratory to verify the Contractor s performance.\n\nFire Alarm Trip Charge\n\nIf Contractor triggers a fire alarm due to negligence, inattention or failure to properly coordinate and request system shutdown, the Contractor will be charged for actual costs incurred for Government personnel responding to the alarm. The Contractor will be liable for losses associated with disruption of facility operations. In addition, the Contractor will reimburse the Government for any fines and other costs imposed by Government, external agency, Fire Department, City, County, or State.\n\nGovernment Repairs\n\nGovernment employees will work on contract equipment only with authorization of the contractor or following the failure of the contractor to respond. The government is not obligated to perform any work on contract equipment.\n\nPlace of Performance\n\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nSouthern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)\nTucson VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n3601 S 6th Avenue\nTucson, AZ 85723-0001\n\nAuthorized Services\n\nOnly those services specified herein are authorized under this contract. Before permitting and/or performing any service of a non-contract nature, the Contractor shall advise the CO of the reason (s) for the additional work and/or service. The Contractor is cautioned that only the CO or his/her designee may authorize additional service that are within the scope of this contract and that reimbursement shall not be made unless prior authorization is obtained from the CO. All changes to the contract shall be issued through a contract modification in writing from the CO to the Contractor.\n\nDelegation of Authority\n\nNo additional service shall be provided without the approval from the Contracting Officer (CO) or his/her designee of this contract. The Contractor shall not accept any instructions issued by any other person(s) other than the CO or his/her delegated representative acting within the limits of his/her authority.\n\nIndemnification\n\nIt is expressly agreed and understood by the Contractor and the VA Healthcare System that the Contractor agrees to indemnify the VA against all liabilities, claims, penalties incident to death, bodily injuries, destruction or damage to property, contamination of adverse effects on the environment or any violation of government laws, regulations or orders, caused in whole or part by the Contractor s breach of any term of this agreement or any negligent or willful act or omission of the Contractor, its employees or subcontractors in the performance of this contract.\n\nGovernment Furnished Property and Services\n\nThe Government will provide the following property and services in connection with the Contractor performance.\n\nStorage Areas: The Government will provide secure storage areas to store the Contractor s furnished containers and hazardous waste. The VA facility can package or consolidate their own waste stream and use the Contractor provided packaging or consolidate the waste as long as it complies with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and other regulations.\n\nPick-Up Schedule: The Contractor shall meet the pick-up schedule specified by each participating VA facility (schedule will be provided upon award of contract). Depending on the type of waste, pick-up schedule might vary. On a as needed basis the response time for removal will range from 4 hours to five (5) calendar days.\n\nUnscheduled Collection: The COR may require the Contractor to make unscheduled collections or disposals for special events or other occasions. The contractor shall respond within 24 hours of the event. Unscheduled services shall be ordered and billed in accordance with the unit pricing limits established at the time this contract is signed.\n\nForms: The Government personnel will sign and fill in appropriate information on Contractor provided Waste Analysis Form.\n\nContractor s Equipment\n\nContractor s truck should be equipped with a hydraulic lift. Contractor shall carry a minimum of two 55-gallon Steel Drums (open type) and two Polyurethane drums when providing hazardous waste transport for disposal. Each vehicle will have sufficient spill containment materials to respond to emergencies resulting from loss of containment, chemical reaction or other hazardous conditions.\n\nSecurity Requirements\n\nThe C&A requirements do not apply, and Security Accreditation Package is not required.\n\nThis service does not involve Contractor connection of one or more contractor-owned IT devices (such as laptop computer or remote connection from a contractor system) to a VA internal trusted (i.e., non-public network) therefore Information Technology (IT) Security certification and accreditation (authorization) (C&A) requirements do not apply per VA Handbook 6500.6.\n\nPeriod of Performance\n\nWork Hours\n\nThis contract is a full-service contract to include all necessary service calls, five (5) days per week, Eight (8) hours per day, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except for spill response, see item 8, paragraph k), Monday through Friday, National Holidays excluded. Any service or repair performed outside of normal working hours shall be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR) at a price agreed to by the Contractor and Contracting Officer. If appropriate, the Contracting Officer may authorize additional services under a separate purchase order.\n\nFederal Holidays\n\nNew Year s Day\nJanuary 01\nMartin Luther King s Birthday\nThird Monday in January\nPresident s Day\nThird Monday in February\nMemorial Day\nLast Monday in May\nJuneteenth\nJune 19\nIndependence Day\nJuly 04\nLabor Day\nFirst Monday in September\nColumbus Day\nSecond Monday in October\nVeterans Day\nNovember 11\nThanksgiving Day\nFourth Thursday in November\nChristmas Day\nDecember 25\n\nIf the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be observed as a national holiday. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a National holiday by U.S. Government Agencies, and any day specifically declared by the President of the United States of America.\n\nIdentification, Check-in, Parking, and Smoking Regulations\n\nIdentification\n\nThe vendor's employees shall wear visible identification at all times while on SAVAHCS premises. Contractor employees shall report to VA Police upon entry to the SAVAHCS facility to get a visitor badge. Contractor employees are required to be escorted by the COR or designee s office once on campus prior to commencement of work. During emergencies contractor personnel shall check in with SAVAHCS Police if the SAVAHCS COR or designee is not available.\n\nAll contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.\n\nParking\n\nPark only in areas designated by the COR or otherwise directed by VA Police and Security Service Personnel. The Contractor shall display on each of its vehicles the company name in a manner and size that is clearly visible. The Contractor shall conform to the posted speed limits and parking restrictions set at each Government facility.\n\nIt is the responsibility of the contract personnel to park in the appropriate designated parking areas. Parking information is available from VA Police & Security Service Office. The Contractor assumes full responsibility for any parking violations.\n\nSmoking & Vaping\n\nVeterans Health Administration (VHA) Directive 1085, dated March 5, 2019, provides a comprehensive smoke-free policy for patients, visitors, contractors, volunteers, and vendors, at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA) health care facilities. This updated VHA directive implements a smoke-free policy for patients, visitors, contractors, volunteers, and vendors at VA health care facilities, as defined in this directive, based on scientific evidence regarding the adverse health effects of secondhand and thirdhand smoke exposures.\n\nThe Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Administrative Operations (10NA) and the Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Clinical Operations (10NC) are responsible for the contents of this directive. Questions may be referred to VHA Smoke Free: vhasmokefree@va.gov.\n\nThis VHA directive is scheduled for recertification on or before the last working day of March 2024. This VHA directive will continue to serve as national VHA policy until it is recertified or rescinded.\n\nWeapons and Contraband\n\nPossession of weapons or contraband is prohibited and shall be subject to arrest and termination from future performance under this contract. Enclosed containers, including tool kits, shall be subject to search. Violations of SAVAHCS regulations may result in citation answerable in the United States (Federal) District Court, not a local district, state, or municipal court.\n\nSafety\n\nAll personnel employed by the Contractor in the performance of this contract, or any representative of the Contractor entering on SAVAHCS shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and VA safety and fire regulations and codes, which are in effect during the performance period of the contract.\n\nContractor shall perform work in strict accordance with existing relevant, accredited standards and codes to minimize the possibility of injury to personnel, or damage to Government equipment. Every effort shall be made to safeguard human life and property.\n\nContractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local requirements regarding workers  health and safety. The requirements include, but are not limited to, those found in Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes and regulations, such as applicable provisions of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 1910 and 1926, NFPA 70E, Article 130.7 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)(iii), 29CFR1910.137.\n\nContractor shall provide all necessary tools, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to perform the work safely, effectively, and timely.\n\nContractor Personnel\n\nContractor s Program Manager\n\nThe Contractor shall provide a contract program manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer. The Contractor s Program Manager shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract.\n\nContractor s Employees\n\nThe Contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract if such employee is identified to the Contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being or operational mission of the installation and its population.\n\nContract Personnel shall be subject to the same quality assurance standards or exceed current recognized national standards as established by the Joint Commission (JC).\n\nWork Injuries\n\nThe VA Healthcare System Emergency Room is available for emergency treatment of job-site injuries. If any employee is injured, the person may be taken directly to the Emergency Room, but the COR must be notified by the end of the following weekday and an injury report must be filed with the VA Police & Security Service. Care will be rendered at the rates established by local procedures.\n\nContractor Qualifications & Other Responsibilities\n\nContractor shall obtain all necessary licenses required to perform this work. Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to protect persons and property from injury or damage during the performance of this contract. Contractor shall be responsible for any injury to himself/herself, his/her employees, or others, as well as for any damage to personal or public property that occurs during the performance of this contract that is caused by him/her or his/her employees  fault or negligence. Contractor shall maintain personal liability and property damage insurance prescribed by the laws of the Federal Government. \n\nThe Government reserves the right to accept or reject Contractor s employee for the rendering of services. Complaints concerning Contract Personnel s performance or conduct will be dealt with by the Contractor and COR with the final decision being made by the Contracting Officer.\n\nThe Contractor is responsible for providing fully knowledgeable, trained technicians that are competent to meet the contract requirements.\n\nThe Contractor or its employees are responsible for their proper protection during bulking process. Attire and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators has to be appropriate for the hazardous condition of lab- packing, lifting, carrying, pouring, blending, moving and loading hazardous and toxic substances in limited space. Contractor employees should be enrolled in a Medical Surveillance Program that meets the standards of 29 CFR 1910 at the expense of the Contractor. Contractor furnishes and ensures good condition of all PPE for Contractor employees.\n\nInsurance Coverage\n\nThe Contractor agrees to procure and maintain, while the contract is in effect, Workers Compensation and Employee s Public Liability Insurance in accordance with Federal and State of Arizona laws. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damage to property, which may be done by him, or any employee engaged in the performance of this contract. \n\nThe Government shall be held harmless against any or all loss, cost, damage, claim expense or liability whatsoever, because of accident or injury to persons or property of others occurring in the performance of this contract.\n\nBefore commencing work under this contract, the Contracting Officer shall require the Contractor to furnish certification from his/her insurance company indicating that the coverage specified by FAR 52.228-5 and per FAR Subpart 28.307-2 has been obtained and that it may not be changed or canceled without guaranteed thirty (30) day notice to the Contracting Officer.\n\nContractor is required to provide copies of proof of Workers Compensation and Employee Public Liability Insurance within fifteen (15) calendar days after notification of contract award.\n\nLiability 28.307-2\n\nWorkers  compensation and employer s liability. Contractors are required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers  compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases are not compensable under those statutes, they shall be covered under the employer s liability section of the insurance policy, except when contract operations are so commingled with a contractor s commercial operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage. Employer s liability coverage of at least $100,000 shall be required, except in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit workers  compensation to be written by private carriers. (See 28.305(c) for treatment of contracts subject to the Defense Base Act.)\n\nGeneral liability.\n\nThe contracting officer shall require bodily injury liability insurance coverage written on the comprehensive form of policy of at least $500,000 per occurrence.\nProperty damage liability insurance shall be required only in special circumstances as determined by the agency.\n\nAutomobile liability.\n\nThe contracting officer shall require automobile liability insurance written on the comprehensive form of policy. The policy shall provide for bodily injury and property damage liability covering the operation of all automobiles used in connection with performing the contract. Policies covering automobiles operated in the United States shall provide coverage of at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage. The amount of liability coverage on other policies shall be commensurate with any legal requirements of the locality and sufficient to meet normal and customary claims.\n\nInvoicing and Payment\n\nOvertime & Holiday Pay\n\nAny overtime and/or holiday pay that may be entitled to the Contractor s employees shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor and shall not be billed to nor reimbursed by the Government.\n\nContractor will bill and be paid for actual services provided by Contractor personnel. Contractor will not be paid for  availability  or  on-call  services unless otherwise provided herein.\n\nPayments for leave, including sick leave or vacation time, are the sole responsibility of the contractor.\n\nInvoices\n\nPayment of services rendered under this contract shall be made in arrears upon satisfactory completion of each service and receipt of a properly prepared invoice and submitted by the Contractor to the payment address specified by Contracting. Invoices shall reference the Contract Number and Purchase Order Number, Manifest Number(s), provide a complete and accurate description of services/ supplies delivered/ rendered, including dates of performance, amounts, unit prices, extended totals and any other data relevant for payment purposes.\n\nThe Government shall not authorize payment until such time that the SAVAHCS COR all properly executed and signed documentation.\n\nNo advance payments shall be authorized. Payment shall be made on a monthly arrears for services provided during the billing month in arrears in accordance with FAR 52.212-4, para. (i). Upon submission of a properly prepared invoice for prices stipulated in this contract for services delivered and accepted in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, less any deductions stipulated in this contract.\n\nPayment of invoices may be delayed if the appropriate invoices as specified in the contract are not completed and submitted as required.\n\n**End of Statement of Work (SOW)**\n\n\nThe purchase order period of performance is 11/01/2026   10/31/2031.\n\nFree on Board (FOB) is destination.\nPlace of Performance/Place of Delivery\nAddress:\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nSouthern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)\nTucson VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n3601 S 6th Avenue\nTucson, AZ\nPostal Code:\n85723-0001\nCountry:\nUNITED STATES\n\nThe full text of RFO FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_252_1. \n\nThe following solicitation provisions and clause apply to this acquisition:\nFAR 52.212-1,  Instructions to Offerors Commercial Products and Commercial Services \nAll Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. This is accomplished through the Tungsten Network located at: http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp. This is mandatory and the sole method for submitting invoices. \n\nAll quoters shall submit the following: All information required by RFO FAR 52.212-1(b) Submission of Offers to include, but not limited to, SAM UEI.\n\nAll quotes shall be sent to the Network Contracting Office (NCO) CO Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov. \n\nAward will be based upon a comparative evaluation of quotes in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of RFO FAR 12. [CO will include basis of evaluation in the quote/offer, e.g., Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government.]\n\nOptions will be evaluated at time of award, including FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999).\n\nSubmissions shall include your quote using the attached schedule as well as a capabilities statement with qualifications proving all certifications and education required for the work being conducted in the SOW, as this is highly scientific and regulated. Submissions not meeting all requirements of the SOW will be considered ineligible for award.\n\nQuotes should be based on the information provided as no discussions will be allowed. This solicitation is being made under FAR 12.201-1 Simplified Procedures.\n\nIf the contractor is planning to sub-contract the work the following is required to be considered for award:\nWhat work will the prime contractor do?\nWhat work will the subcontractor do?\nA signed Subcontracting Agreement is required with your submission.\nWhat is the subcontractor charging? What is the subcontracting rate?\n\nFAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services: In accordance with RFO FAR 12.201-1 and FAR 12.201-2 when appropriate, the contracting officer may (1) Insert the provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services, in solicitations for commercial products or commercial services.\n\nThe following are the decision factors: Price, past performance, and technical. Past performance and technical combined are equally important as price.\n\nPast performance will be based on CPARS and FAPIIS ratings. No rating in CPARS is equal to a neutral rating.\n\nThe award will be made to the response most advantageous to the Government.\nResponses should contain your best terms and conditions.\n\nNOTE: RFO FAR 52.212-3 is RESERVED and replaced with: [Attention CO: www.sam.gov registration is required to be complete at time of submission of response.] Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website located at https://sam.gov/.\n\nFAR 52.212-4,  Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services  (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)\nFAR 52.252-1,  Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference  (FEB 1998)\nFAR 52.203-11,  Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions  (SEP 2024)\nFAR 52.203-18,  Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation  (JAN 2017)\nFAR 52.204-7,  System for Award Management Registration  (NOV 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.217-5,  Evaluation of Options  (JULY 1990) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.223-4,  Recovered Material Certification  (MAY 2008)\nVAAR 852.233-70,  Agency Protests  (Oct 2026)\nVAAR 852.239-75,  Information and Communication Technology Accessibility Notice  (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nFAR 52.209-7,  Information Regarding Responsibility Matters  (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.216-1,  Type of Contract  (APR 1984) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-1,  Small Business Program Representations  (FEB 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.233-2,  Service of Protest  (SEP 2006) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.240-90,  Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications  (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.252-5,  Authorized Deviations in Provisions  (NOV 2020)\nVAAR 852.252-70,  Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference  (JAN 2008)\n\nThe following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:\n\nFAR 52.212-4,  Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services  (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)\nFAR 52.203-6,  ALT I. Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government  (NOV 2021)\nFAR 52.203-16,  Preventing Personal Conflicts of Interest  (JUN 2020)\nFAR 52.203-17,  Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights  (NOV 2023)\nFAR 52.203-19,  Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements  (JAN 2017)\nFAR 52.204-9,  Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel  (JAN 2011)\nFAR 52.204-13,  System for Award Management-Maintenance  (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-6,  Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded  (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-9,  Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters  (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-10,  Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations  (NOV 2015) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-4,  Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns  (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-6,  Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside  (NOV 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-8,  Utilization of Small Business Concerns  (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-9,  Small Business Subcontracting Plan  (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-14,  Limitations on Subcontracting  (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-16,  Liquidated Damages-Subcontracting Plan  (SEP 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-3,  Convict Labor  (JUN 2003) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-35,  Equal Opportunity for Veterans  (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-36,  Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities  (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-37,  Employment Reports on Veterans  (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-40,  Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act  (DEC 2010) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-41,  Service Contract Labor Standards  (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-42,  Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires  (MAY 2014)\nFAR 52.222-43,  Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts)  (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-44,  Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment  (MAY 2014) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-50,  Combating Trafficking in Persons  (NOV 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-55,  Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026  (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-62,  Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706  (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.223-5,  Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information  (MAY 2024)\nFAR 52.223-23,  Sustainable Products  (MAY 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.226-8,  Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving  (MAY 2024)\nFAR 52.228-5,  Insurance-Work on a Government Installation  (JAN 1997)\nFAR 52.229-3,  Federal, State, and Local Taxes  (FEB 2013) (DEVIATION SEP 2025)\nFAR 52.232-40,  Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors  (MAR 2023)\nFAR 52.233-3,  Protest after Award  (AUG 1996) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.233-4,  Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim  (OCT 2004) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.237-2,  Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation  (APR 1984)\nFAR 52.252-6,  Authorized Deviations in Clauses  (NOV 2020)\nVAAR 852.203-70,  Commercial Advertising  (MAY 2018)\nVAAR 852.204-70,  Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel  (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.204-72,  Personnel Vetting and Credentialing  (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.216-75,  Economic Price Adjustment Clause   Fuel Surcharge  (NOV 2021)\nVAAR 852.219-70,  VA Small Business Subcontracting Plan Minimum Requirements  (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.222-71,  Combating Anti-Semitism  (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.223-71,  Safety and Health  (SEP 2019)\nVAAR 852.232-72,  Electronic Submission of Payment Requests  (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.239-76,  Information and Communication Technology Accessibility  (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nCL-120,  Supplemental Insurance Requirements \nFAR 52.252-2,  Clauses Incorporated by Reference  (FEB 1998)\nFAR 52.222-90,  Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors  (APR 2026)\nFAR 52.217-8,  Option to Extend Services  (NOV 1999)\nFAR 52.217-9,  Option to Extend the Term of the Contract  (MAR 2000)\nVAAR 852.219-75,  VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting   Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction  (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.219-77,  Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small business Subcontracting Plan Requirements  (OCT 2026)(DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.219-78,  Subcontracting Commitments  (OCT 2026)(DEVIATION)\n\nTo facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition.\"\nOR\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:\"\n Quoters shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s), if any.\n\nSubmission of your response shall be received electronically not later than 10:00 PST on 10/28/2026 at Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov. Subject line should include  RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26227Q0036. \n\nLate submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).\n\nAny questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below. \nPoint of Contact\nNorman Napper-Rogers, Contracting Officer, Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov.","text":"Attachment 1: Combined Synopsis-Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services\nEffective Date: 01/15/2026\nRevision: 03\nDescription\nThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.202, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.\n\nThis solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 (eff. 03/13/2026).\n\nThis solicitation is set-aside for 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns IAW FAR 19.1405 SDVOSB Set-aside procedures, and VAAR Subpart 819.70, the VA Veterans First Contracting Program.\n\nThis will be a Firm-Fixed-Price contract.\n\nThe associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 562112 - Hazardous Waste Collection, with a small business size standard of $47.0 million.\n\nThe FSC/PSC is S205 - Housekeeping- Trash/garbage Collection.\n\nThe Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) is seeking to purchase HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES.\n\nAll interested companies shall provide quotations for the following:\n\nStatement of Work (SOW)\n\nContract Title\n\nHazardous Waste Disposal Services.\n\nBackground\n\nThe Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) Environmental Management Service requires the award of a service contract for Hazardous Waste Disposal Services for the SAVAHCS. The services shall comply with this Statement of Work (SOW), equipment manufacturer, and all applicable VA, local, state, and Federal policies, and regulations.\n\nObjective\n\nThe objective of this service contract is to have a contractor to provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, sanitized, disinfected and labeled containers, transportation, facilities, supplies, and waste manifests for the SAVAHCS. Contactor shall collect, analyze, prepare, package, label, remove, transport, store, treat and dispose of Hazardous waste under the resulting contract in accordance with the terms and conditions, specifications and in accordance with the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPA, Department of Transportation) laws, policies and guidelines, and VA infectious medical waste requirement. The Contractor shall maintain all necessary hazardous waste permits and licenses for the disposal of and treatment of such waste. The Contractor shall also have an assigned U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) authorization and identification number, necessary Department of Transportation permits, and insurance prior to transport and/or disposal of subject waste. If contractor requires additional information, they may contact U.S, EPA regional office.\n\nScope\n\nThe following categories of waste are subject to this contract:\n\nHazardous Waste: Any waste material or mixture of wastes which is toxic, corrosive, flammable, an irritant, a strong sensitizer or which generates pressure through decomposition, heat or other means, if such a waste or mixture of wastes may cause substantial injury, serious illness or harm to humans, domestic livestock or wildlife. Hazardous waste includes extremely hazardous material. This also includes all materials identified by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA); Subtitle C, 40 CFR, Parts 260-265.\n\nExtremely Hazardous Waste: This includes all materials also identified by the 1976 RCRA. This waste includes toxic corrosive acids, gases, chemicals, and solids which may be explosive, flammable or highly corrosive and could cause disease or serious injury to human health.\n\nMixed Waste (Medical Waste and Hazardous Waste): Contaminated dressings, tissues, gloves, masks, hair covers, and other materials. This is hazardous waste and is subject to the regulations applicable to hazardous waste.\n\nSpecial Medical Waste: As defined in the Medical Waste Management Act (MWMA)\n\nUniversal Waste: EPA s universal waste regulations streamline hazardous waste management standards for federally designated universal waste shall include: batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment, and bulbs (lamps). Universal Waste regulations are set forth in 40 CFR part 273. Contractor will be responsible for compliance with state regulations.\n\nPharmaceutical Waste:\n\nAsbestos Waste: As defined in 40 CFR Part 61, National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, Subpart M, National Emission Standard For Asbestos.\n\nThe following categories of waste are subject to this contract:\n\nGeneral Waste: Waste (non-infectious, non-hazardous) which is considered not to harbor any viable pathogens nor hazardous materials. This waste may be placed into clear plastic liners and can be disposed of in landfills or incinerated; Includes medical waste that is rendered non-factious by autoclaving or by the use of Liquid Treatment System (LTS).\n\nMedical Waste: Medical waste means waste which meets both of the following requirements:\n\nComposed of waste which is generated or produced as a result of: (1) diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals; (2) research pertaining to the activities specified in (1) above; (3) production or testing of biological.\nThe waste is any of the following; bio-hazardous waste, sharps-waste. Mixed Waste: Mixtures of medical and non-medical waste. Mixed waste is medical waste, except for all of the following:\nMedical waste and radioactive waste is radioactive waste and is subject to regulations applicable to radioactive waste.\nMedical waste, hazardous waste, and radioactive waste are radioactive mixed waste and are subject to regulations applicable to hazardous waste.\n\nDisposal and Sanitation Requirements:\n\nContractor shall use their environmentally sound methods of treating and destruction of wastes such as incineration and recycling or any other acceptable methods, in accordance with EPA and industry standards. Disposal shall be performed in such a manner as not to create conditions detrimental to public health or to constitute a public nuisance. The pick-up area where containers are placed shall be maintained in a clean, orderly, sanitary condition. Particular attention shall be paid to the prompt cleanup of oil and/or grease spills, either generated from the vehicles used to haul containers or because of container leakage. Contractor furnished containers shall be kept neat, in clean and sanitary appearances, and repaired or replaced as necessary.\n\nContractors should refer to the participating VA Healthcare System preferred disposal hierarchy when determining disposition of waste. This hierarchy consists of a) recycling, b) fuel blending/ energy recovery, c) incineration (Part B permitted incinerators), or d) treatment (neutralization, stabilization) and/or landfill. A detailed description of the VA Healthcare System disposal hierarchy is available from the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR).\n\nContractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, county regulations on workers safety standards and related training. All Contractor personnel involved in the performance of this contract shall have received training regarding the handling of infectious materials, and emergency procedures to be followed in case of a spill. Certification of such training must be provided within fifteen days of receiving notice of award of the contract. Certification for any new employees shall be provided to the Contracting Officer within thirty (30) days of receipt of the training.\n\nApplicable Publication (Standards)\n\nThe following publications form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in text by basic designation only. Except for a specific date given, the issue in effect (including amendments, addenda, revisions, supplements, and errata) on the date the system s submittal is technically approved by VA shall be enforced.\n\n29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards\n40 CFR Subchapter C, Hazardous Materials Regulations, Part 171 through 179\n49 CFR Department of Transportation\n\nPerformance\n\nWork Practices and Standards: The Contractor shall have established standard operating procedures that will be followed while conducting normal hazardous waste management activities. This includes site safety and contingency procedures, strike contingency plan, operational procedures, site management structure, supplies, equipment practices, material sampling procedures, hazard assessment and categorization procedures, packing procedures, quality assurance procedures, procedures for gaining waste acceptance into a facility and project management procedures.\n\nCharacterization of waste: The Contractor shall provide documentation that it has characterized the hazardous nature of all wastes produced by all equipment, devices, reagents, and discharges in accordance with the requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations Title 40 Protection of the Environment Part 261 et seq. and applicable state and local requirements. Documentation shall include a description of the characteristics of the hazardous waste produced as a byproduct of the instrument operations, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) meeting the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the analytical process used to determine the hazardous nature and characteristics of the waste, and the analytical test results. Testing of hazardous waste is to be done in accordance with testing protocol specified for each individual waste as described in the Code of Federal Regulations Title 40 to make a determination if the waste is a hazardous waste or otherwise regulated. The determination and description shall address the following:\n\nWaste toxicity (Reference 40CFR261.11 and 40CFR261.24)\nWaste ignitability (Reference 40CFR261.21)\nWaste corrosivity (Reference 40CFR261.22)\nWaste reactivity (Reference 40CFR261.23)\nHazardous waste from non-specific sources (F-listed) (Reference 40CFR261.31)\nDiscarded commercial products (acutely toxic or P-listed and toxic or U-listed) (Reference 40CFR261.33)\nSolid Waste (Reference 40 CFR 261.2)\nExclusions (Reference 40 CFR 261.4)\n\nQuality Assurance: The Contractor shall develop and maintain a quality program to unsure refuse and recycling services are performed in accordance with commonly accepted commercial practices. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. As a minimum, the Contractor shall develop quality control procedures addressing the areas identified in the next paragraph.\n\nThe government will periodically evaluate the contractor performance by appointing a representative(s) to monitor performance to ensure services are received. The government may inspect each task as completed or increases the number of quality control inspections if deemed appropriate. Likewise, the government may decrease the number of quality control inspections if performance dictates.\nHandling: Appropriate handling of waste is essential for the safety of Government and Contractor employees and cost containment. The contractor shall provide the employees training to ensure that established policies and procedures for Hazardous Waste are followed. Contractor employees providing site services shall be certified in 40 hour HAZWOPER training and wear appropriate protective equipment when handling hazardous waste.\n\nWaste Containers: The contractor shall provide all appropriate collection containers at no cost to the government. Waste Containers, Identifying Labels, and Markings shall meet applicable safety codes and regulatory requirements. The contractor shall maintain all containers and government facilities ensuring they are free of unpleasant odors, dirt, debris and pests. Cleaning and decontamination of containers shall not be performed on Government property. Contractor shall provide manufacture s specification and descriptive literature for approval. Waste containers shall be United Nation (UN) and Department of Transportation (DOT) approved.\n\nTraining: The contract will include annual training for all employees who handle hazardous and/or universal waste, at least once per year, designated by the COR. The hazardous waste training program will provide training to employees who generate hazardous waste in Satellite Accumulation Areas that have hazardous waste management responsibilities. Training will incorporate Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), state specific regulations and include storage, documentation, records management, safety data sheets, emergency responsibilities, and other pertinent topics. The training will include DOT hazardous materials training that meet the requirements of 49 CFR 172.704.\n\nThe Contractor will partner with the COR to develop medical center specific training to nursing and Research staff on the collection and accumulation of hazardous and universal waste. This training will be conducted in a train-the-trainer style by the contractor.\n\nThe contractor shall provide their technical expertise on topics related to EPA, DOT, State-specific RCRA and other environmental regulations.\n\nReports/Tracking Documents:\n\nTracking Documents: The contractor shall maintain service records and submit them to the (COR) after each service. At a minimum the documents shall include the following information:\n\nTypes and quantities of treated and disposed waste\nMethods of treatment and disposal\nLocation of licensed treatment and disposal facilities\nCertification that hazardous waste has been packaged, collected, transported, handled, treated, and disposed of in compliance with regulatory agencies, laws, directives and ordinances\nOriginal Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest shall be submitted to the COR at the time of each pick-up.\n\nSpill Report: When waste is spilled by the contractor at any pickup or storage location or during transport, the contractor shall submit a Spill Report identifying the spills. Such incidents shall be reported to the COR immediately, by telephone and in writing no later than seven (7) workdays after leaving the site. The Spill Report shall list at a minimum the type of spill, amount of waste, and personnel exposed to the spilled waste.\n\nThe Contractor shall provide certification that the spill was removed, including a statement concerning the effect on any employees, and a description of the cause and corrective measure instituted by Contractor to ensure spills do not occur again. The Contractor is responsible for cleaning up spills that are caused by contractor employees.\n\nSubcontractors: The Government must approve all subcontractors prior to contract award. Offerors shall identify all services to be performed by subcontractors. 50% performance is required from the Prime and as required by subcontracting clause 52.219-14.\n\nTransportation: Hazardous waste shall be transported on the public highways by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved (with DOT implications) licensed haulers to an approved disposal site. All Contractor vehicles used to transport hazardous waste must be currently licensed, permitted or otherwise registered in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws. License number must be posted on the exterior of the vehicle. Each truck or van transporting hazardous waste must have an emergency spill clean-up plan and basic cleanup equipment on board.\n\nMethod of disposal: Waste generated by each VA Healthcare System and approved for transport to storage stations shall not be commingled in the same shipping container with wastes from other VA Healthcare System or any other generator, unless allowed by law. Disposal method shall be by recycle, incineration, treatment or land burial, whichever is appropriate and in compliance with Federal, State, and Local disposal regulations. The Contractor shall use a treatment, storage, or disposal facility that has a valid permit to manage hazardous waste. The Government must approve all disposal facilities used by the Contractor.\n\nSpill Response: The Contractor will provide spill response/clean-up as required by the Government. The Government will provide the Contractor with the location, size, name of chemical or material involved, proximity of sewers and urgency and any governmental agencies called. The Contractor has four (4) hours to be on site after the phone call has been placed. The Contractor shall provide appropriate personnel and equipment to mitigate and remove released hazardous materials. Coverage will be on a 24 hour, 7 day a week basis.\n\nThe contractor will provide their spill procedures for integration into facility level SPCC or contingency plans. The contractor will provide their billing procedure that would be used for spill and emergency response activity.\n\nThe Contractor will provide Chemists only when requested by the COR.\n\nLaboratory technicians may be required to pack waste for pick-up and record waste statistics, only when requested by the COR.\n\nA Chemist and/ or a Laboratory Technician shall be provided, only when requested by the COR and with the approval of the CO, to perform work, such as, but not limited to, identifying properties of a chemical, procedures in handling chemicals, etc., that are beyond the capability of a trained and certified technician. Rates, terms and condition shall be in accordance with the contract.\n\nMaterial Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)\n\nThe Contractor shall provide their employees with immediate access to MSDS for all hazardous substances.\n\nContractor s Disposal Locations\n\nContractor shall provide the COR with a list of disposal facilities that will be used in conjunction with this contract. This list must include the name of the company, address, city, and state, zip code, telephone number, ESPA ID number, and disposal methods.\n\nPenalties and Fines\n\nThe Contractor shall satisfy all applicable regulatory agency requirements. In the event a regulatory agency assesses a monetary fine against the Government for violations caused by the Contractor, the contractor shall reimburse the Government for the amount of the fine.\n\nHazardous Waste Analysis\n\nSampling and laboratory analytical services shall be provided by the Contractor every six months or as necessary to support operating and disposal requirements. Unless otherwise directed, all sampling and laboratory analysis shall be accomplished as described in the latest edition of Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, American Public Health Association, or in accordance with other regulatory agency ACO approved methods. The Government reserves the right to collect waste samples to perform tests and/or have the right to the tests performed by another laboratory to verify the Contractor s performance.\n\nFire Alarm Trip Charge\n\nIf Contractor triggers a fire alarm due to negligence, inattention or failure to properly coordinate and request system shutdown, the Contractor will be charged for actual costs incurred for Government personnel responding to the alarm. The Contractor will be liable for losses associated with disruption of facility operations. In addition, the Contractor will reimburse the Government for any fines and other costs imposed by Government, external agency, Fire Department, City, County, or State.\n\nGovernment Repairs\n\nGovernment employees will work on contract equipment only with authorization of the contractor or following the failure of the contractor to respond. The government is not obligated to perform any work on contract equipment.\n\nPlace of Performance\n\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nSouthern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)\nTucson VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n3601 S 6th Avenue\nTucson, AZ 85723-0001\n\nAuthorized Services\n\nOnly those services specified herein are authorized under this contract. Before permitting and/or performing any service of a non-contract nature, the Contractor shall advise the CO of the reason (s) for the additional work and/or service. The Contractor is cautioned that only the CO or his/her designee may authorize additional service that are within the scope of this contract and that reimbursement shall not be made unless prior authorization is obtained from the CO. All changes to the contract shall be issued through a contract modification in writing from the CO to the Contractor.\n\nDelegation of Authority\n\nNo additional service shall be provided without the approval from the Contracting Officer (CO) or his/her designee of this contract. The Contractor shall not accept any instructions issued by any other person(s) other than the CO or his/her delegated representative acting within the limits of his/her authority.\n\nIndemnification\n\nIt is expressly agreed and understood by the Contractor and the VA Healthcare System that the Contractor agrees to indemnify the VA against all liabilities, claims, penalties incident to death, bodily injuries, destruction or damage to property, contamination of adverse effects on the environment or any violation of government laws, regulations or orders, caused in whole or part by the Contractor s breach of any term of this agreement or any negligent or willful act or omission of the Contractor, its employees or subcontractors in the performance of this contract.\n\nGovernment Furnished Property and Services\n\nThe Government will provide the following property and services in connection with the Contractor performance.\n\nStorage Areas: The Government will provide secure storage areas to store the Contractor s furnished containers and hazardous waste. The VA facility can package or consolidate their own waste stream and use the Contractor provided packaging or consolidate the waste as long as it complies with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and other regulations.\n\nPick-Up Schedule: The Contractor shall meet the pick-up schedule specified by each participating VA facility (schedule will be provided upon award of contract). Depending on the type of waste, pick-up schedule might vary. On a as needed basis the response time for removal will range from 4 hours to five (5) calendar days.\n\nUnscheduled Collection: The COR may require the Contractor to make unscheduled collections or disposals for special events or other occasions. The contractor shall respond within 24 hours of the event. Unscheduled services shall be ordered and billed in accordance with the unit pricing limits established at the time this contract is signed.\n\nForms: The Government personnel will sign and fill in appropriate information on Contractor provided Waste Analysis Form.\n\nContractor s Equipment\n\nContractor s truck should be equipped with a hydraulic lift. Contractor shall carry a minimum of two 55-gallon Steel Drums (open type) and two Polyurethane drums when providing hazardous waste transport for disposal. Each vehicle will have sufficient spill containment materials to respond to emergencies resulting from loss of containment, chemical reaction or other hazardous conditions.\n\nSecurity Requirements\n\nThe C&A requirements do not apply, and Security Accreditation Package is not required.\n\nThis service does not involve Contractor connection of one or more contractor-owned IT devices (such as laptop computer or remote connection from a contractor system) to a VA internal trusted (i.e., non-public network) therefore Information Technology (IT) Security certification and accreditation (authorization) (C&A) requirements do not apply per VA Handbook 6500.6.\n\nPeriod of Performance\n\nWork Hours\n\nThis contract is a full-service contract to include all necessary service calls, five (5) days per week, Eight (8) hours per day, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except for spill response, see item 8, paragraph k), Monday through Friday, National Holidays excluded. Any service or repair performed outside of normal working hours shall be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR) at a price agreed to by the Contractor and Contracting Officer. If appropriate, the Contracting Officer may authorize additional services under a separate purchase order.\n\nFederal Holidays\n\nNew Year s Day\nJanuary 01\nMartin Luther King s Birthday\nThird Monday in January\nPresident s Day\nThird Monday in February\nMemorial Day\nLast Monday in May\nJuneteenth\nJune 19\nIndependence Day\nJuly 04\nLabor Day\nFirst Monday in September\nColumbus Day\nSecond Monday in October\nVeterans Day\nNovember 11\nThanksgiving Day\nFourth Thursday in November\nChristmas Day\nDecember 25\n\nIf the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be observed as a national holiday. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a National holiday by U.S. Government Agencies, and any day specifically declared by the President of the United States of America.\n\nIdentification, Check-in, Parking, and Smoking Regulations\n\nIdentification\n\nThe vendor's employees shall wear visible identification at all times while on SAVAHCS premises. Contractor employees shall report to VA Police upon entry to the SAVAHCS facility to get a visitor badge. Contractor employees are required to be escorted by the COR or designee s office once on campus prior to commencement of work. During emergencies contractor personnel shall check in with SAVAHCS Police if the SAVAHCS COR or designee is not available.\n\nAll contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.\n\nParking\n\nPark only in areas designated by the COR or otherwise directed by VA Police and Security Service Personnel. The Contractor shall display on each of its vehicles the company name in a manner and size that is clearly visible. The Contractor shall conform to the posted speed limits and parking restrictions set at each Government facility.\n\nIt is the responsibility of the contract personnel to park in the appropriate designated parking areas. Parking information is available from VA Police & Security Service Office. The Contractor assumes full responsibility for any parking violations.\n\nSmoking & Vaping\n\nVeterans Health Administration (VHA) Directive 1085, dated March 5, 2019, provides a comprehensive smoke-free policy for patients, visitors, contractors, volunteers, and vendors, at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA) health care facilities. This updated VHA directive implements a smoke-free policy for patients, visitors, contractors, volunteers, and vendors at VA health care facilities, as defined in this directive, based on scientific evidence regarding the adverse health effects of secondhand and thirdhand smoke exposures.\n\nThe Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Administrative Operations (10NA) and the Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Clinical Operations (10NC) are responsible for the contents of this directive. Questions may be referred to VHA Smoke Free: vhasmokefree@va.gov.\n\nThis VHA directive is scheduled for recertification on or before the last working day of March 2024. This VHA directive will continue to serve as national VHA policy until it is recertified or rescinded.\n\nWeapons and Contraband\n\nPossession of weapons or contraband is prohibited and shall be subject to arrest and termination from future performance under this contract. Enclosed containers, including tool kits, shall be subject to search. Violations of SAVAHCS regulations may result in citation answerable in the United States (Federal) District Court, not a local district, state, or municipal court.\n\nSafety\n\nAll personnel employed by the Contractor in the performance of this contract, or any representative of the Contractor entering on SAVAHCS shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and VA safety and fire regulations and codes, which are in effect during the performance period of the contract.\n\nContractor shall perform work in strict accordance with existing relevant, accredited standards and codes to minimize the possibility of injury to personnel, or damage to Government equipment. Every effort shall be made to safeguard human life and property.\n\nContractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local requirements regarding workers health and safety. The requirements include, but are not limited to, those found in Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes and regulations, such as applicable provisions of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 1910 and 1926, NFPA 70E, Article 130.7 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)(iii), 29CFR1910.137.\n\nContractor shall provide all necessary tools, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to perform the work safely, effectively, and timely.\n\nContractor Personnel\n\nContractor s Program Manager\n\nThe Contractor shall provide a contract program manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer. The Contractor s Program Manager shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract.\n\nContractor s Employees\n\nThe Contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract if such employee is identified to the Contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being or operational mission of the installation and its population.\n\nContract Personnel shall be subject to the same quality assurance standards or exceed current recognized national standards as established by the Joint Commission (JC).\n\nWork Injuries\n\nThe VA Healthcare System Emergency Room is available for emergency treatment of job-site injuries. If any employee is injured, the person may be taken directly to the Emergency Room, but the COR must be notified by the end of the following weekday and an injury report must be filed with the VA Police & Security Service. Care will be rendered at the rates established by local procedures.\n\nContractor Qualifications & Other Responsibilities\n\nContractor shall obtain all necessary licenses required to perform this work. Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to protect persons and property from injury or damage during the performance of this contract. Contractor shall be responsible for any injury to himself/herself, his/her employees, or others, as well as for any damage to personal or public property that occurs during the performance of this contract that is caused by him/her or his/her employees fault or negligence. Contractor shall maintain personal liability and property damage insurance prescribed by the laws of the Federal Government.\n\nThe Government reserves the right to accept or reject Contractor s employee for the rendering of services. Complaints concerning Contract Personnel s performance or conduct will be dealt with by the Contractor and COR with the final decision being made by the Contracting Officer.\n\nThe Contractor is responsible for providing fully knowledgeable, trained technicians that are competent to meet the contract requirements.\n\nThe Contractor or its employees are responsible for their proper protection during bulking process. Attire and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators has to be appropriate for the hazardous condition of lab- packing, lifting, carrying, pouring, blending, moving and loading hazardous and toxic substances in limited space. Contractor employees should be enrolled in a Medical Surveillance Program that meets the standards of 29 CFR 1910 at the expense of the Contractor. Contractor furnishes and ensures good condition of all PPE for Contractor employees.\n\nInsurance Coverage\n\nThe Contractor agrees to procure and maintain, while the contract is in effect, Workers Compensation and Employee s Public Liability Insurance in accordance with Federal and State of Arizona laws. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damage to property, which may be done by him, or any employee engaged in the performance of this contract.\n\nThe Government shall be held harmless against any or all loss, cost, damage, claim expense or liability whatsoever, because of accident or injury to persons or property of others occurring in the performance of this contract.\n\nBefore commencing work under this contract, the Contracting Officer shall require the Contractor to furnish certification from his/her insurance company indicating that the coverage specified by FAR 52.228-5 and per FAR Subpart 28.307-2 has been obtained and that it may not be changed or canceled without guaranteed thirty (30) day notice to the Contracting Officer.\n\nContractor is required to provide copies of proof of Workers Compensation and Employee Public Liability Insurance within fifteen (15) calendar days after notification of contract award.\n\nLiability 28.307-2\n\nWorkers compensation and employer s liability. Contractors are required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases are not compensable under those statutes, they shall be covered under the employer s liability section of the insurance policy, except when contract operations are so commingled with a contractor s commercial operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage. Employer s liability coverage of at least $100,000 shall be required, except in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit workers compensation to be written by private carriers. (See 28.305(c) for treatment of contracts subject to the Defense Base Act.)\n\nGeneral liability.\n\nThe contracting officer shall require bodily injury liability insurance coverage written on the comprehensive form of policy of at least $500,000 per occurrence.\nProperty damage liability insurance shall be required only in special circumstances as determined by the agency.\n\nAutomobile liability.\n\nThe contracting officer shall require automobile liability insurance written on the comprehensive form of policy. The policy shall provide for bodily injury and property damage liability covering the operation of all automobiles used in connection with performing the contract. Policies covering automobiles operated in the United States shall provide coverage of at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage. The amount of liability coverage on other policies shall be commensurate with any legal requirements of the locality and sufficient to meet normal and customary claims.\n\nInvoicing and Payment\n\nOvertime & Holiday Pay\n\nAny overtime and/or holiday pay that may be entitled to the Contractor s employees shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor and shall not be billed to nor reimbursed by the Government.\n\nContractor will bill and be paid for actual services provided by Contractor personnel. Contractor will not be paid for availability or on-call services unless otherwise provided herein.\n\nPayments for leave, including sick leave or vacation time, are the sole responsibility of the contractor.\n\nInvoices\n\nPayment of services rendered under this contract shall be made in arrears upon satisfactory completion of each service and receipt of a properly prepared invoice and submitted by the Contractor to the payment address specified by Contracting. Invoices shall reference the Contract Number and Purchase Order Number, Manifest Number(s), provide a complete and accurate description of services/ supplies delivered/ rendered, including dates of performance, amounts, unit prices, extended totals and any other data relevant for payment purposes.\n\nThe Government shall not authorize payment until such time that the SAVAHCS COR all properly executed and signed documentation.\n\nNo advance payments shall be authorized. Payment shall be made on a monthly arrears for services provided during the billing month in arrears in accordance with FAR 52.212-4, para. (i). Upon submission of a properly prepared invoice for prices stipulated in this contract for services delivered and accepted in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, less any deductions stipulated in this contract.\n\nPayment of invoices may be delayed if the appropriate invoices as specified in the contract are not completed and submitted as required.\n\n**End of Statement of Work (SOW)**\n\nThe purchase order period of performance is 11/01/2026 10/31/2031.\n\nFree on Board (FOB) is destination.\nPlace of Performance/Place of Delivery\nAddress:\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nSouthern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)\nTucson VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n3601 S 6th Avenue\nTucson, AZ\nPostal Code:\n85723-0001\nCountry:\nUNITED STATES\n\nThe full text of RFO FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_252_1.\n\nThe following solicitation provisions and clause apply to this acquisition:\nFAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Products and Commercial Services\nAll Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. This is accomplished through the Tungsten Network located at: http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp. This is mandatory and the sole method for submitting invoices.\n\nAll quoters shall submit the following: All information required by RFO FAR 52.212-1(b) Submission of Offers to include, but not limited to, SAM UEI.\n\nAll quotes shall be sent to the Network Contracting Office (NCO) CO Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov.\n\nAward will be based upon a comparative evaluation of quotes in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of RFO FAR 12. [CO will include basis of evaluation in the quote/offer, e.g., Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government.]\n\nOptions will be evaluated at time of award, including FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999).\n\nSubmissions shall include your quote using the attached schedule as well as a capabilities statement with qualifications proving all certifications and education required for the work being conducted in the SOW, as this is highly scientific and regulated. Submissions not meeting all requirements of the SOW will be considered ineligible for award.\n\nQuotes should be based on the information provided as no discussions will be allowed. This solicitation is being made under FAR 12.201-1 Simplified Procedures.\n\nIf the contractor is planning to sub-contract the work the following is required to be considered for award:\nWhat work will the prime contractor do?\nWhat work will the subcontractor do?\nA signed Subcontracting Agreement is required with your submission.\nWhat is the subcontractor charging? What is the subcontracting rate?\n\nFAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services: In accordance with RFO FAR 12.201-1 and FAR 12.201-2 when appropriate, the contracting officer may (1) Insert the provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services, in solicitations for commercial products or commercial services.\n\nThe following are the decision factors: Price, past performance, and technical. Past performance and technical combined are equally important as price.\n\nPast performance will be based on CPARS and FAPIIS ratings. No rating in CPARS is equal to a neutral rating.\n\nThe award will be made to the response most advantageous to the Government.\nResponses should contain your best terms and conditions.\n\nNOTE: RFO FAR 52.212-3 is RESERVED and replaced with: [Attention CO: www.sam.gov registration is required to be complete at time of submission of response.] Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website located at https://sam.gov/.\n\nFAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)\nFAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)\nFAR 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (SEP 2024)\nFAR 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation (JAN 2017)\nFAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management Registration (NOV 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.217-5, Evaluation of Options (JULY 1990) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.223-4, Recovered Material Certification (MAY 2008)\nVAAR 852.233-70, Agency Protests (Oct 2026)\nVAAR 852.239-75, Information and Communication Technology Accessibility Notice (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nFAR 52.209-7, Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.216-1, Type of Contract (APR 1984) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-1, Small Business Program Representations (FEB 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.233-2, Service of Protest (SEP 2006) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.240-90, Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.252-5, Authorized Deviations in Provisions (NOV 2020)\nVAAR 852.252-70, Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008)\n\nThe following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:\n\nFAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)\nFAR 52.203-6, ALT I. Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (NOV 2021)\nFAR 52.203-16, Preventing Personal Conflicts of Interest (JUN 2020)\nFAR 52.203-17, Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (NOV 2023)\nFAR 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (JAN 2017)\nFAR 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (JAN 2011)\nFAR 52.204-13, System for Award Management-Maintenance (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-6, Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-9, Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-16, Liquidated Damages-Subcontracting Plan (SEP 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-3, Convict Labor (JUN 2003) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Veterans (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-40, Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act (DEC 2010) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (MAY 2014)\nFAR 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-44, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment (MAY 2014) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-55, Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026 (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-62, Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.223-5, Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (MAY 2024)\nFAR 52.223-23, Sustainable Products (MAY 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.226-8, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (MAY 2024)\nFAR 52.228-5, Insurance-Work on a Government Installation (JAN 1997)\nFAR 52.229-3, Federal, State, and Local Taxes (FEB 2013) (DEVIATION SEP 2025)\nFAR 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (MAR 2023)\nFAR 52.233-3, Protest after Award (AUG 1996) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.237-2, Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (APR 1984)\nFAR 52.252-6, Authorized Deviations in Clauses (NOV 2020)\nVAAR 852.203-70, Commercial Advertising (MAY 2018)\nVAAR 852.204-70, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.204-72, Personnel Vetting and Credentialing (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.216-75, Economic Price Adjustment Clause Fuel Surcharge (NOV 2021)\nVAAR 852.219-70, VA Small Business Subcontracting Plan Minimum Requirements (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.222-71, Combating Anti-Semitism (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.223-71, Safety and Health (SEP 2019)\nVAAR 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.239-76, Information and Communication Technology Accessibility (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nCL-120, Supplemental Insurance Requirements\nFAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)\nFAR 52.222-90, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (APR 2026)\nFAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services (NOV 1999)\nFAR 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (MAR 2000)\nVAAR 852.219-75, VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.219-77, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small business Subcontracting Plan Requirements (OCT 2026)(DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.219-78, Subcontracting Commitments (OCT 2026)(DEVIATION)\n\nTo facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition.\"\nOR\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:\"\nQuoters shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s), if any.\n\nSubmission of your response shall be received electronically not later than 10:00 PST on 10/28/2026 at Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov. Subject line should include RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26227Q0036.\n\nLate submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).\n\nAny questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below.\nPoint of Contact\nNorman Napper-Rogers, Contracting Officer, Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov.","origin":"detail"},"notice_type":{"code":"k","label":"Combined Synopsis/Solicitation"},"schema_version":1,"solicitation_number":"36C26227Q0036","place_of_performance":{"zip":"85723-0001","city":{"name":"Tucson"},"state":{"code":"AZ","name":"Arizona"},"street":"Department of Veterans Affairs Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)","country":{"code":"USA","name":"UNITED STATES"},"street2":"Tucson VA Medical Center (VAMC) 3601 S 6th Avenue"},"product_service_code":"S205"}],"due_at":"2026-10-28T17:00:00Z","due_date":"2026-10-28","closes_at":"2026-10-28T17:00:00Z","awardable":true,"dept_key":"d-036","dept_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","sub_key":"s-3600","sub_name":"VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF","office_key":"o-36C262","office_name":"262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)","state":"AZ","county":"04019","county_name":"Pima County","city":"0477000","city_name":"Tucson","country":"USA","state_source":null,"state_evidence":null,"site_key":null,"winner_key":null,"amount":null,"linked_awards":0,"cancelled":false,"archived":false,"updated_at":"2026-10-23T03:46:32.604852Z","principal_notice_id":"0e44c49c0cf64450b39dd0c9489e5d8f","description":{"text":"Attachment 1: Combined Synopsis-Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services\nEffective Date: 01/15/2026\nRevision: 03\nDescription\nThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.202, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.\n\nThis solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 (eff. 03/13/2026).\n\nThis solicitation is set-aside for 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns IAW FAR 19.1405 SDVOSB Set-aside procedures, and VAAR Subpart 819.70, the VA Veterans First Contracting Program.\n\nThis will be a Firm-Fixed-Price contract.\n\nThe associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 562112 - Hazardous Waste Collection, with a small business size standard of $47.0 million.\n\nThe FSC/PSC is S205 - Housekeeping- Trash/garbage Collection.\n\nThe Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) is seeking to purchase HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES.\n\nAll interested companies shall provide quotations for the following:\n\nStatement of Work (SOW)\n\nContract Title\n\nHazardous Waste Disposal Services.\n\nBackground\n\nThe Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) Environmental Management Service requires the award of a service contract for Hazardous Waste Disposal Services for the SAVAHCS. The services shall comply with this Statement of Work (SOW), equipment manufacturer, and all applicable VA, local, state, and Federal policies, and regulations.\n\nObjective\n\nThe objective of this service contract is to have a contractor to provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, sanitized, disinfected and labeled containers, transportation, facilities, supplies, and waste manifests for the SAVAHCS. Contactor shall collect, analyze, prepare, package, label, remove, transport, store, treat and dispose of Hazardous waste under the resulting contract in accordance with the terms and conditions, specifications and in accordance with the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPA, Department of Transportation) laws, policies and guidelines, and VA infectious medical waste requirement. The Contractor shall maintain all necessary hazardous waste permits and licenses for the disposal of and treatment of such waste. The Contractor shall also have an assigned U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) authorization and identification number, necessary Department of Transportation permits, and insurance prior to transport and/or disposal of subject waste. If contractor requires additional information, they may contact U.S, EPA regional office.\n\nScope\n\nThe following categories of waste are subject to this contract:\n\nHazardous Waste: Any waste material or mixture of wastes which is toxic, corrosive, flammable, an irritant, a strong sensitizer or which generates pressure through decomposition, heat or other means, if such a waste or mixture of wastes may cause substantial injury, serious illness or harm to humans, domestic livestock or wildlife. Hazardous waste includes extremely hazardous material. This also includes all materials identified by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA); Subtitle C, 40 CFR, Parts 260-265.\n\nExtremely Hazardous Waste: This includes all materials also identified by the 1976 RCRA. This waste includes toxic corrosive acids, gases, chemicals, and solids which may be explosive, flammable or highly corrosive and could cause disease or serious injury to human health.\n\nMixed Waste (Medical Waste and Hazardous Waste): Contaminated dressings, tissues, gloves, masks, hair covers, and other materials. This is hazardous waste and is subject to the regulations applicable to hazardous waste.\n\nSpecial Medical Waste: As defined in the Medical Waste Management Act (MWMA)\n\nUniversal Waste: EPA s universal waste regulations streamline hazardous waste management standards for federally designated universal waste shall include: batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment, and bulbs (lamps). Universal Waste regulations are set forth in 40 CFR part 273. Contractor will be responsible for compliance with state regulations.\n\nPharmaceutical Waste:\n\nAsbestos Waste: As defined in 40 CFR Part 61, National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, Subpart M, National Emission Standard For Asbestos.\n\nThe following categories of waste are subject to this contract:\n\nGeneral Waste: Waste (non-infectious, non-hazardous) which is considered not to harbor any viable pathogens nor hazardous materials. This waste may be placed into clear plastic liners and can be disposed of in landfills or incinerated; Includes medical waste that is rendered non-factious by autoclaving or by the use of Liquid Treatment System (LTS).\n\nMedical Waste: Medical waste means waste which meets both of the following requirements:\n\nComposed of waste which is generated or produced as a result of: (1) diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals; (2) research pertaining to the activities specified in (1) above; (3) production or testing of biological.\nThe waste is any of the following; bio-hazardous waste, sharps-waste. Mixed Waste: Mixtures of medical and non-medical waste. Mixed waste is medical waste, except for all of the following:\nMedical waste and radioactive waste is radioactive waste and is subject to regulations applicable to radioactive waste.\nMedical waste, hazardous waste, and radioactive waste are radioactive mixed waste and are subject to regulations applicable to hazardous waste.\n\nDisposal and Sanitation Requirements:\n\nContractor shall use their environmentally sound methods of treating and destruction of wastes such as incineration and recycling or any other acceptable methods, in accordance with EPA and industry standards. Disposal shall be performed in such a manner as not to create conditions detrimental to public health or to constitute a public nuisance. The pick-up area where containers are placed shall be maintained in a clean, orderly, sanitary condition. Particular attention shall be paid to the prompt cleanup of oil and/or grease spills, either generated from the vehicles used to haul containers or because of container leakage. Contractor furnished containers shall be kept neat, in clean and sanitary appearances, and repaired or replaced as necessary.\n\nContractors should refer to the participating VA Healthcare System preferred disposal hierarchy when determining disposition of waste. This hierarchy consists of a) recycling, b) fuel blending/ energy recovery, c) incineration (Part B permitted incinerators), or d) treatment (neutralization, stabilization) and/or landfill. A detailed description of the VA Healthcare System disposal hierarchy is available from the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR).\n\nContractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, county regulations on workers safety standards and related training. All Contractor personnel involved in the performance of this contract shall have received training regarding the handling of infectious materials, and emergency procedures to be followed in case of a spill. Certification of such training must be provided within fifteen days of receiving notice of award of the contract. Certification for any new employees shall be provided to the Contracting Officer within thirty (30) days of receipt of the training.\n\nApplicable Publication (Standards)\n\nThe following publications form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in text by basic designation only. Except for a specific date given, the issue in effect (including amendments, addenda, revisions, supplements, and errata) on the date the system s submittal is technically approved by VA shall be enforced.\n\n29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards\n40 CFR Subchapter C, Hazardous Materials Regulations, Part 171 through 179\n49 CFR Department of Transportation\n\nPerformance\n\nWork Practices and Standards: The Contractor shall have established standard operating procedures that will be followed while conducting normal hazardous waste management activities. This includes site safety and contingency procedures, strike contingency plan, operational procedures, site management structure, supplies, equipment practices, material sampling procedures, hazard assessment and categorization procedures, packing procedures, quality assurance procedures, procedures for gaining waste acceptance into a facility and project management procedures.\n\nCharacterization of waste: The Contractor shall provide documentation that it has characterized the hazardous nature of all wastes produced by all equipment, devices, reagents, and discharges in accordance with the requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations Title 40 Protection of the Environment Part 261 et seq. and applicable state and local requirements. Documentation shall include a description of the characteristics of the hazardous waste produced as a byproduct of the instrument operations, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) meeting the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the analytical process used to determine the hazardous nature and characteristics of the waste, and the analytical test results. Testing of hazardous waste is to be done in accordance with testing protocol specified for each individual waste as described in the Code of Federal Regulations Title 40 to make a determination if the waste is a hazardous waste or otherwise regulated. The determination and description shall address the following:\n\nWaste toxicity (Reference 40CFR261.11 and 40CFR261.24)\nWaste ignitability (Reference 40CFR261.21)\nWaste corrosivity (Reference 40CFR261.22)\nWaste reactivity (Reference 40CFR261.23)\nHazardous waste from non-specific sources (F-listed) (Reference 40CFR261.31)\nDiscarded commercial products (acutely toxic or P-listed and toxic or U-listed) (Reference 40CFR261.33)\nSolid Waste (Reference 40 CFR 261.2)\nExclusions (Reference 40 CFR 261.4)\n\nQuality Assurance: The Contractor shall develop and maintain a quality program to unsure refuse and recycling services are performed in accordance with commonly accepted commercial practices. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. As a minimum, the Contractor shall develop quality control procedures addressing the areas identified in the next paragraph.\n\nThe government will periodically evaluate the contractor performance by appointing a representative(s) to monitor performance to ensure services are received. The government may inspect each task as completed or increases the number of quality control inspections if deemed appropriate. Likewise, the government may decrease the number of quality control inspections if performance dictates.\nHandling: Appropriate handling of waste is essential for the safety of Government and Contractor employees and cost containment. The contractor shall provide the employees training to ensure that established policies and procedures for Hazardous Waste are followed. Contractor employees providing site services shall be certified in 40 hour HAZWOPER training and wear appropriate protective equipment when handling hazardous waste.\n\nWaste Containers: The contractor shall provide all appropriate collection containers at no cost to the government. Waste Containers, Identifying Labels, and Markings shall meet applicable safety codes and regulatory requirements. The contractor shall maintain all containers and government facilities ensuring they are free of unpleasant odors, dirt, debris and pests. Cleaning and decontamination of containers shall not be performed on Government property. Contractor shall provide manufacture s specification and descriptive literature for approval. Waste containers shall be United Nation (UN) and Department of Transportation (DOT) approved.\n\nTraining: The contract will include annual training for all employees who handle hazardous and/or universal waste, at least once per year, designated by the COR. The hazardous waste training program will provide training to employees who generate hazardous waste in Satellite Accumulation Areas that have hazardous waste management responsibilities. Training will incorporate Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), state specific regulations and include storage, documentation, records management, safety data sheets, emergency responsibilities, and other pertinent topics. The training will include DOT hazardous materials training that meet the requirements of 49 CFR 172.704.\n\nThe Contractor will partner with the COR to develop medical center specific training to nursing and Research staff on the collection and accumulation of hazardous and universal waste. This training will be conducted in a train-the-trainer style by the contractor.\n\nThe contractor shall provide their technical expertise on topics related to EPA, DOT, State-specific RCRA and other environmental regulations.\n\nReports/Tracking Documents:\n\nTracking Documents: The contractor shall maintain service records and submit them to the (COR) after each service. At a minimum the documents shall include the following information:\n\nTypes and quantities of treated and disposed waste\nMethods of treatment and disposal\nLocation of licensed treatment and disposal facilities\nCertification that hazardous waste has been packaged, collected, transported, handled, treated, and disposed of in compliance with regulatory agencies, laws, directives and ordinances\nOriginal Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest shall be submitted to the COR at the time of each pick-up.\n\nSpill Report: When waste is spilled by the contractor at any pickup or storage location or during transport, the contractor shall submit a Spill Report identifying the spills. Such incidents shall be reported to the COR immediately, by telephone and in writing no later than seven (7) workdays after leaving the site. The Spill Report shall list at a minimum the type of spill, amount of waste, and personnel exposed to the spilled waste.\n\nThe Contractor shall provide certification that the spill was removed, including a statement concerning the effect on any employees, and a description of the cause and corrective measure instituted by Contractor to ensure spills do not occur again. The Contractor is responsible for cleaning up spills that are caused by contractor employees.\n\nSubcontractors: The Government must approve all subcontractors prior to contract award. Offerors shall identify all services to be performed by subcontractors. 50% performance is required from the Prime and as required by subcontracting clause 52.219-14.\n\nTransportation: Hazardous waste shall be transported on the public highways by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved (with DOT implications) licensed haulers to an approved disposal site. All Contractor vehicles used to transport hazardous waste must be currently licensed, permitted or otherwise registered in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws. License number must be posted on the exterior of the vehicle. Each truck or van transporting hazardous waste must have an emergency spill clean-up plan and basic cleanup equipment on board.\n\nMethod of disposal: Waste generated by each VA Healthcare System and approved for transport to storage stations shall not be commingled in the same shipping container with wastes from other VA Healthcare System or any other generator, unless allowed by law. Disposal method shall be by recycle, incineration, treatment or land burial, whichever is appropriate and in compliance with Federal, State, and Local disposal regulations. The Contractor shall use a treatment, storage, or disposal facility that has a valid permit to manage hazardous waste. The Government must approve all disposal facilities used by the Contractor.\n\nSpill Response: The Contractor will provide spill response/clean-up as required by the Government. The Government will provide the Contractor with the location, size, name of chemical or material involved, proximity of sewers and urgency and any governmental agencies called. The Contractor has four (4) hours to be on site after the phone call has been placed. The Contractor shall provide appropriate personnel and equipment to mitigate and remove released hazardous materials. Coverage will be on a 24 hour, 7 day a week basis.\n\nThe contractor will provide their spill procedures for integration into facility level SPCC or contingency plans. The contractor will provide their billing procedure that would be used for spill and emergency response activity.\n\nThe Contractor will provide Chemists only when requested by the COR.\n\nLaboratory technicians may be required to pack waste for pick-up and record waste statistics, only when requested by the COR.\n\nA Chemist and/ or a Laboratory Technician shall be provided, only when requested by the COR and with the approval of the CO, to perform work, such as, but not limited to, identifying properties of a chemical, procedures in handling chemicals, etc., that are beyond the capability of a trained and certified technician. Rates, terms and condition shall be in accordance with the contract.\n\nMaterial Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)\n\nThe Contractor shall provide their employees with immediate access to MSDS for all hazardous substances.\n\nContractor s Disposal Locations\n\nContractor shall provide the COR with a list of disposal facilities that will be used in conjunction with this contract. This list must include the name of the company, address, city, and state, zip code, telephone number, ESPA ID number, and disposal methods.\n\nPenalties and Fines\n\nThe Contractor shall satisfy all applicable regulatory agency requirements. In the event a regulatory agency assesses a monetary fine against the Government for violations caused by the Contractor, the contractor shall reimburse the Government for the amount of the fine.\n\nHazardous Waste Analysis\n\nSampling and laboratory analytical services shall be provided by the Contractor every six months or as necessary to support operating and disposal requirements. Unless otherwise directed, all sampling and laboratory analysis shall be accomplished as described in the latest edition of Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, American Public Health Association, or in accordance with other regulatory agency ACO approved methods. The Government reserves the right to collect waste samples to perform tests and/or have the right to the tests performed by another laboratory to verify the Contractor s performance.\n\nFire Alarm Trip Charge\n\nIf Contractor triggers a fire alarm due to negligence, inattention or failure to properly coordinate and request system shutdown, the Contractor will be charged for actual costs incurred for Government personnel responding to the alarm. The Contractor will be liable for losses associated with disruption of facility operations. In addition, the Contractor will reimburse the Government for any fines and other costs imposed by Government, external agency, Fire Department, City, County, or State.\n\nGovernment Repairs\n\nGovernment employees will work on contract equipment only with authorization of the contractor or following the failure of the contractor to respond. The government is not obligated to perform any work on contract equipment.\n\nPlace of Performance\n\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nSouthern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)\nTucson VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n3601 S 6th Avenue\nTucson, AZ 85723-0001\n\nAuthorized Services\n\nOnly those services specified herein are authorized under this contract. Before permitting and/or performing any service of a non-contract nature, the Contractor shall advise the CO of the reason (s) for the additional work and/or service. The Contractor is cautioned that only the CO or his/her designee may authorize additional service that are within the scope of this contract and that reimbursement shall not be made unless prior authorization is obtained from the CO. All changes to the contract shall be issued through a contract modification in writing from the CO to the Contractor.\n\nDelegation of Authority\n\nNo additional service shall be provided without the approval from the Contracting Officer (CO) or his/her designee of this contract. The Contractor shall not accept any instructions issued by any other person(s) other than the CO or his/her delegated representative acting within the limits of his/her authority.\n\nIndemnification\n\nIt is expressly agreed and understood by the Contractor and the VA Healthcare System that the Contractor agrees to indemnify the VA against all liabilities, claims, penalties incident to death, bodily injuries, destruction or damage to property, contamination of adverse effects on the environment or any violation of government laws, regulations or orders, caused in whole or part by the Contractor s breach of any term of this agreement or any negligent or willful act or omission of the Contractor, its employees or subcontractors in the performance of this contract.\n\nGovernment Furnished Property and Services\n\nThe Government will provide the following property and services in connection with the Contractor performance.\n\nStorage Areas: The Government will provide secure storage areas to store the Contractor s furnished containers and hazardous waste. The VA facility can package or consolidate their own waste stream and use the Contractor provided packaging or consolidate the waste as long as it complies with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and other regulations.\n\nPick-Up Schedule: The Contractor shall meet the pick-up schedule specified by each participating VA facility (schedule will be provided upon award of contract). Depending on the type of waste, pick-up schedule might vary. On a as needed basis the response time for removal will range from 4 hours to five (5) calendar days.\n\nUnscheduled Collection: The COR may require the Contractor to make unscheduled collections or disposals for special events or other occasions. The contractor shall respond within 24 hours of the event. Unscheduled services shall be ordered and billed in accordance with the unit pricing limits established at the time this contract is signed.\n\nForms: The Government personnel will sign and fill in appropriate information on Contractor provided Waste Analysis Form.\n\nContractor s Equipment\n\nContractor s truck should be equipped with a hydraulic lift. Contractor shall carry a minimum of two 55-gallon Steel Drums (open type) and two Polyurethane drums when providing hazardous waste transport for disposal. Each vehicle will have sufficient spill containment materials to respond to emergencies resulting from loss of containment, chemical reaction or other hazardous conditions.\n\nSecurity Requirements\n\nThe C&A requirements do not apply, and Security Accreditation Package is not required.\n\nThis service does not involve Contractor connection of one or more contractor-owned IT devices (such as laptop computer or remote connection from a contractor system) to a VA internal trusted (i.e., non-public network) therefore Information Technology (IT) Security certification and accreditation (authorization) (C&A) requirements do not apply per VA Handbook 6500.6.\n\nPeriod of Performance\n\nWork Hours\n\nThis contract is a full-service contract to include all necessary service calls, five (5) days per week, Eight (8) hours per day, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except for spill response, see item 8, paragraph k), Monday through Friday, National Holidays excluded. Any service or repair performed outside of normal working hours shall be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR) at a price agreed to by the Contractor and Contracting Officer. If appropriate, the Contracting Officer may authorize additional services under a separate purchase order.\n\nFederal Holidays\n\nNew Year s Day\nJanuary 01\nMartin Luther King s Birthday\nThird Monday in January\nPresident s Day\nThird Monday in February\nMemorial Day\nLast Monday in May\nJuneteenth\nJune 19\nIndependence Day\nJuly 04\nLabor Day\nFirst Monday in September\nColumbus Day\nSecond Monday in October\nVeterans Day\nNovember 11\nThanksgiving Day\nFourth Thursday in November\nChristmas Day\nDecember 25\n\nIf the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be observed as a national holiday. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a National holiday by U.S. Government Agencies, and any day specifically declared by the President of the United States of America.\n\nIdentification, Check-in, Parking, and Smoking Regulations\n\nIdentification\n\nThe vendor's employees shall wear visible identification at all times while on SAVAHCS premises. Contractor employees shall report to VA Police upon entry to the SAVAHCS facility to get a visitor badge. Contractor employees are required to be escorted by the COR or designee s office once on campus prior to commencement of work. During emergencies contractor personnel shall check in with SAVAHCS Police if the SAVAHCS COR or designee is not available.\n\nAll contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.\n\nParking\n\nPark only in areas designated by the COR or otherwise directed by VA Police and Security Service Personnel. The Contractor shall display on each of its vehicles the company name in a manner and size that is clearly visible. The Contractor shall conform to the posted speed limits and parking restrictions set at each Government facility.\n\nIt is the responsibility of the contract personnel to park in the appropriate designated parking areas. Parking information is available from VA Police & Security Service Office. The Contractor assumes full responsibility for any parking violations.\n\nSmoking & Vaping\n\nVeterans Health Administration (VHA) Directive 1085, dated March 5, 2019, provides a comprehensive smoke-free policy for patients, visitors, contractors, volunteers, and vendors, at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA) health care facilities. This updated VHA directive implements a smoke-free policy for patients, visitors, contractors, volunteers, and vendors at VA health care facilities, as defined in this directive, based on scientific evidence regarding the adverse health effects of secondhand and thirdhand smoke exposures.\n\nThe Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Administrative Operations (10NA) and the Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Clinical Operations (10NC) are responsible for the contents of this directive. Questions may be referred to VHA Smoke Free: vhasmokefree@va.gov.\n\nThis VHA directive is scheduled for recertification on or before the last working day of March 2024. This VHA directive will continue to serve as national VHA policy until it is recertified or rescinded.\n\nWeapons and Contraband\n\nPossession of weapons or contraband is prohibited and shall be subject to arrest and termination from future performance under this contract. Enclosed containers, including tool kits, shall be subject to search. Violations of SAVAHCS regulations may result in citation answerable in the United States (Federal) District Court, not a local district, state, or municipal court.\n\nSafety\n\nAll personnel employed by the Contractor in the performance of this contract, or any representative of the Contractor entering on SAVAHCS shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and VA safety and fire regulations and codes, which are in effect during the performance period of the contract.\n\nContractor shall perform work in strict accordance with existing relevant, accredited standards and codes to minimize the possibility of injury to personnel, or damage to Government equipment. Every effort shall be made to safeguard human life and property.\n\nContractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local requirements regarding workers health and safety. The requirements include, but are not limited to, those found in Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes and regulations, such as applicable provisions of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 1910 and 1926, NFPA 70E, Article 130.7 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)(iii), 29CFR1910.137.\n\nContractor shall provide all necessary tools, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to perform the work safely, effectively, and timely.\n\nContractor Personnel\n\nContractor s Program Manager\n\nThe Contractor shall provide a contract program manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer. The Contractor s Program Manager shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract.\n\nContractor s Employees\n\nThe Contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract if such employee is identified to the Contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being or operational mission of the installation and its population.\n\nContract Personnel shall be subject to the same quality assurance standards or exceed current recognized national standards as established by the Joint Commission (JC).\n\nWork Injuries\n\nThe VA Healthcare System Emergency Room is available for emergency treatment of job-site injuries. If any employee is injured, the person may be taken directly to the Emergency Room, but the COR must be notified by the end of the following weekday and an injury report must be filed with the VA Police & Security Service. Care will be rendered at the rates established by local procedures.\n\nContractor Qualifications & Other Responsibilities\n\nContractor shall obtain all necessary licenses required to perform this work. Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to protect persons and property from injury or damage during the performance of this contract. Contractor shall be responsible for any injury to himself/herself, his/her employees, or others, as well as for any damage to personal or public property that occurs during the performance of this contract that is caused by him/her or his/her employees fault or negligence. Contractor shall maintain personal liability and property damage insurance prescribed by the laws of the Federal Government.\n\nThe Government reserves the right to accept or reject Contractor s employee for the rendering of services. Complaints concerning Contract Personnel s performance or conduct will be dealt with by the Contractor and COR with the final decision being made by the Contracting Officer.\n\nThe Contractor is responsible for providing fully knowledgeable, trained technicians that are competent to meet the contract requirements.\n\nThe Contractor or its employees are responsible for their proper protection during bulking process. Attire and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators has to be appropriate for the hazardous condition of lab- packing, lifting, carrying, pouring, blending, moving and loading hazardous and toxic substances in limited space. Contractor employees should be enrolled in a Medical Surveillance Program that meets the standards of 29 CFR 1910 at the expense of the Contractor. Contractor furnishes and ensures good condition of all PPE for Contractor employees.\n\nInsurance Coverage\n\nThe Contractor agrees to procure and maintain, while the contract is in effect, Workers Compensation and Employee s Public Liability Insurance in accordance with Federal and State of Arizona laws. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damage to property, which may be done by him, or any employee engaged in the performance of this contract.\n\nThe Government shall be held harmless against any or all loss, cost, damage, claim expense or liability whatsoever, because of accident or injury to persons or property of others occurring in the performance of this contract.\n\nBefore commencing work under this contract, the Contracting Officer shall require the Contractor to furnish certification from his/her insurance company indicating that the coverage specified by FAR 52.228-5 and per FAR Subpart 28.307-2 has been obtained and that it may not be changed or canceled without guaranteed thirty (30) day notice to the Contracting Officer.\n\nContractor is required to provide copies of proof of Workers Compensation and Employee Public Liability Insurance within fifteen (15) calendar days after notification of contract award.\n\nLiability 28.307-2\n\nWorkers compensation and employer s liability. Contractors are required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases are not compensable under those statutes, they shall be covered under the employer s liability section of the insurance policy, except when contract operations are so commingled with a contractor s commercial operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage. Employer s liability coverage of at least $100,000 shall be required, except in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit workers compensation to be written by private carriers. (See 28.305(c) for treatment of contracts subject to the Defense Base Act.)\n\nGeneral liability.\n\nThe contracting officer shall require bodily injury liability insurance coverage written on the comprehensive form of policy of at least $500,000 per occurrence.\nProperty damage liability insurance shall be required only in special circumstances as determined by the agency.\n\nAutomobile liability.\n\nThe contracting officer shall require automobile liability insurance written on the comprehensive form of policy. The policy shall provide for bodily injury and property damage liability covering the operation of all automobiles used in connection with performing the contract. Policies covering automobiles operated in the United States shall provide coverage of at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage. The amount of liability coverage on other policies shall be commensurate with any legal requirements of the locality and sufficient to meet normal and customary claims.\n\nInvoicing and Payment\n\nOvertime & Holiday Pay\n\nAny overtime and/or holiday pay that may be entitled to the Contractor s employees shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor and shall not be billed to nor reimbursed by the Government.\n\nContractor will bill and be paid for actual services provided by Contractor personnel. Contractor will not be paid for availability or on-call services unless otherwise provided herein.\n\nPayments for leave, including sick leave or vacation time, are the sole responsibility of the contractor.\n\nInvoices\n\nPayment of services rendered under this contract shall be made in arrears upon satisfactory completion of each service and receipt of a properly prepared invoice and submitted by the Contractor to the payment address specified by Contracting. Invoices shall reference the Contract Number and Purchase Order Number, Manifest Number(s), provide a complete and accurate description of services/ supplies delivered/ rendered, including dates of performance, amounts, unit prices, extended totals and any other data relevant for payment purposes.\n\nThe Government shall not authorize payment until such time that the SAVAHCS COR all properly executed and signed documentation.\n\nNo advance payments shall be authorized. Payment shall be made on a monthly arrears for services provided during the billing month in arrears in accordance with FAR 52.212-4, para. (i). Upon submission of a properly prepared invoice for prices stipulated in this contract for services delivered and accepted in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, less any deductions stipulated in this contract.\n\nPayment of invoices may be delayed if the appropriate invoices as specified in the contract are not completed and submitted as required.\n\n**End of Statement of Work (SOW)**\n\nThe purchase order period of performance is 11/01/2026 10/31/2031.\n\nFree on Board (FOB) is destination.\nPlace of Performance/Place of Delivery\nAddress:\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nSouthern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)\nTucson VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n3601 S 6th Avenue\nTucson, AZ\nPostal Code:\n85723-0001\nCountry:\nUNITED STATES\n\nThe full text of RFO FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_252_1.\n\nThe following solicitation provisions and clause apply to this acquisition:\nFAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Products and Commercial Services\nAll Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. This is accomplished through the Tungsten Network located at: http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp. This is mandatory and the sole method for submitting invoices.\n\nAll quoters shall submit the following: All information required by RFO FAR 52.212-1(b) Submission of Offers to include, but not limited to, SAM UEI.\n\nAll quotes shall be sent to the Network Contracting Office (NCO) CO Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov.\n\nAward will be based upon a comparative evaluation of quotes in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of RFO FAR 12. [CO will include basis of evaluation in the quote/offer, e.g., Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government.]\n\nOptions will be evaluated at time of award, including FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999).\n\nSubmissions shall include your quote using the attached schedule as well as a capabilities statement with qualifications proving all certifications and education required for the work being conducted in the SOW, as this is highly scientific and regulated. Submissions not meeting all requirements of the SOW will be considered ineligible for award.\n\nQuotes should be based on the information provided as no discussions will be allowed. This solicitation is being made under FAR 12.201-1 Simplified Procedures.\n\nIf the contractor is planning to sub-contract the work the following is required to be considered for award:\nWhat work will the prime contractor do?\nWhat work will the subcontractor do?\nA signed Subcontracting Agreement is required with your submission.\nWhat is the subcontractor charging? What is the subcontracting rate?\n\nFAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services: In accordance with RFO FAR 12.201-1 and FAR 12.201-2 when appropriate, the contracting officer may (1) Insert the provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services, in solicitations for commercial products or commercial services.\n\nThe following are the decision factors: Price, past performance, and technical. Past performance and technical combined are equally important as price.\n\nPast performance will be based on CPARS and FAPIIS ratings. No rating in CPARS is equal to a neutral rating.\n\nThe award will be made to the response most advantageous to the Government.\nResponses should contain your best terms and conditions.\n\nNOTE: RFO FAR 52.212-3 is RESERVED and replaced with: [Attention CO: www.sam.gov registration is required to be complete at time of submission of response.] Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website located at https://sam.gov/.\n\nFAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)\nFAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)\nFAR 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (SEP 2024)\nFAR 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation (JAN 2017)\nFAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management Registration (NOV 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.217-5, Evaluation of Options (JULY 1990) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.223-4, Recovered Material Certification (MAY 2008)\nVAAR 852.233-70, Agency Protests (Oct 2026)\nVAAR 852.239-75, Information and Communication Technology Accessibility Notice (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nFAR 52.209-7, Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.216-1, Type of Contract (APR 1984) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-1, Small Business Program Representations (FEB 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.233-2, Service of Protest (SEP 2006) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.240-90, Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.252-5, Authorized Deviations in Provisions (NOV 2020)\nVAAR 852.252-70, Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference (JAN 2008)\n\nThe following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:\n\nFAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)\nFAR 52.203-6, ALT I. Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (NOV 2021)\nFAR 52.203-16, Preventing Personal Conflicts of Interest (JUN 2020)\nFAR 52.203-17, Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (NOV 2023)\nFAR 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (JAN 2017)\nFAR 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (JAN 2011)\nFAR 52.204-13, System for Award Management-Maintenance (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-6, Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-9, Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-16, Liquidated Damages-Subcontracting Plan (SEP 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-3, Convict Labor (JUN 2003) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Veterans (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-40, Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act (DEC 2010) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (MAY 2014)\nFAR 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-44, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards-Price Adjustment (MAY 2014) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-55, Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026 (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-62, Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.223-5, Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (MAY 2024)\nFAR 52.223-23, Sustainable Products (MAY 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.226-8, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (MAY 2024)\nFAR 52.228-5, Insurance-Work on a Government Installation (JAN 1997)\nFAR 52.229-3, Federal, State, and Local Taxes (FEB 2013) (DEVIATION SEP 2025)\nFAR 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (MAR 2023)\nFAR 52.233-3, Protest after Award (AUG 1996) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.237-2, Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (APR 1984)\nFAR 52.252-6, Authorized Deviations in Clauses (NOV 2020)\nVAAR 852.203-70, Commercial Advertising (MAY 2018)\nVAAR 852.204-70, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.204-72, Personnel Vetting and Credentialing (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.216-75, Economic Price Adjustment Clause Fuel Surcharge (NOV 2021)\nVAAR 852.219-70, VA Small Business Subcontracting Plan Minimum Requirements (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.222-71, Combating Anti-Semitism (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.223-71, Safety and Health (SEP 2019)\nVAAR 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.239-76, Information and Communication Technology Accessibility (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nCL-120, Supplemental Insurance Requirements\nFAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)\nFAR 52.222-90, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (APR 2026)\nFAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services (NOV 1999)\nFAR 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (MAR 2000)\nVAAR 852.219-75, VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance for Services and Construction (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.219-77, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small business Subcontracting Plan Requirements (OCT 2026)(DEVIATION)\nVAAR 852.219-78, Subcontracting Commitments (OCT 2026)(DEVIATION)\n\nTo facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition.\"\nOR\n\"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:\"\nQuoters shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s), if any.\n\nSubmission of your response shall be received electronically not later than 10:00 PST on 10/28/2026 at Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov. Subject line should include RESPONSE TO RFQ 36C26227Q0036.\n\nLate submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).\n\nAny questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below.\nPoint of Contact\nNorman Napper-Rogers, Contracting Officer, Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov.","html":"Attachment 1: Combined Synopsis-Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services \nEffective Date: 01/15/2026\nRevision: 03\nDescription\nThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.202,  Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services,  as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.\n\nThis solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 (eff. 03/13/2026).\n\nThis solicitation is set-aside for 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns IAW FAR 19.1405 SDVOSB Set-aside procedures, and VAAR Subpart 819.70, the VA Veterans First Contracting Program.\n\nThis will be a Firm-Fixed-Price contract.\n\nThe associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 562112 - Hazardous Waste Collection, with a small business size standard of $47.0 million.\n\nThe FSC/PSC is S205 - Housekeeping- Trash/garbage Collection.\n\nThe Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) is seeking to purchase HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES. \n\nAll interested companies shall provide quotations for the following:\n\nStatement of Work (SOW)\n\nContract Title\n\nHazardous Waste Disposal Services.\n\nBackground\n\nThe Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) Environmental Management Service requires the award of a service contract for Hazardous Waste Disposal Services for the SAVAHCS. The services shall comply with this Statement of Work (SOW), equipment manufacturer, and all applicable VA, local, state, and Federal policies, and regulations.\n\nObjective\n\nThe objective of this service contract is to have a contractor to provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, sanitized, disinfected and labeled containers, transportation, facilities, supplies, and waste manifests for the SAVAHCS. Contactor shall collect, analyze, prepare, package, label, remove, transport, store, treat and dispose of Hazardous waste under the resulting contract in accordance with the terms and conditions, specifications and in accordance with the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency   EPA, Department of Transportation) laws, policies and guidelines, and VA infectious medical waste requirement. The Contractor shall maintain all necessary hazardous waste permits and licenses for the disposal of and treatment of such waste. The Contractor shall also have an assigned U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) authorization and identification number, necessary Department of Transportation permits, and insurance prior to transport and/or disposal of subject waste. If contractor requires additional information, they may contact U.S, EPA regional office.\n\nScope\n \nThe following categories of waste are subject to this contract:\n\nHazardous Waste: Any waste material or mixture of wastes which is toxic, corrosive, flammable, an irritant, a strong sensitizer or which generates pressure through decomposition, heat or other means, if such a waste or mixture of wastes may cause substantial injury, serious illness or harm to humans, domestic livestock or wildlife. Hazardous waste includes extremely hazardous material. This also includes all materials identified by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA); Subtitle C, 40 CFR, Parts 260-265.\n\nExtremely Hazardous Waste: This includes all materials also identified by the 1976 RCRA. This waste includes toxic corrosive acids, gases, chemicals, and solids which may be explosive, flammable or highly corrosive and could cause disease or serious injury to human health.\n\nMixed Waste (Medical Waste and Hazardous Waste): Contaminated dressings, tissues, gloves, masks, hair covers, and other materials. This is hazardous waste and is subject to the regulations applicable to hazardous waste.\n\nSpecial Medical Waste: As defined in the Medical Waste Management Act (MWMA) \n\nUniversal Waste: EPA s universal waste regulations streamline hazardous waste management standards for federally designated  universal waste  shall include: batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment, and bulbs (lamps). Universal Waste regulations are set forth in 40 CFR part 273. Contractor will be responsible for compliance with state regulations.\n\nPharmaceutical Waste: \n\nAsbestos Waste: As defined in 40 CFR Part 61, National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, Subpart M, National Emission Standard For Asbestos.\n\nThe following categories of waste are subject to this contract:\n\nGeneral Waste: Waste (non-infectious, non-hazardous) which is considered not to harbor any viable pathogens nor hazardous materials. This waste may be placed into clear plastic liners and can be disposed of in landfills or incinerated; Includes medical waste that is rendered non-factious by autoclaving or by the use of Liquid Treatment System (LTS).\n\nMedical Waste: Medical waste means waste which meets both of the following requirements:\n\nComposed of waste which is generated or produced as a result of: (1) diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals; (2) research pertaining to the activities specified in (1) above; (3) production or testing of biological.\nThe waste is any of the following; bio-hazardous waste, sharps-waste. Mixed Waste: Mixtures of medical and non-medical waste. Mixed waste is medical waste, except for all of the following:\nMedical waste and radioactive waste is radioactive waste and is subject to regulations applicable to radioactive waste.\nMedical waste, hazardous waste, and radioactive waste are radioactive mixed waste and are subject to regulations applicable to hazardous waste.\n\nDisposal and Sanitation Requirements:\n\nContractor shall use their environmentally sound methods of treating and destruction of wastes such as incineration and recycling or any other acceptable methods, in accordance with EPA and industry standards. Disposal shall be performed in such a manner as not to create conditions detrimental to public health or to constitute a public nuisance. The pick-up area where containers are placed shall be maintained in a clean, orderly, sanitary condition. Particular attention shall be paid to the prompt cleanup of oil and/or grease spills, either generated from the vehicles used to haul containers or because of container leakage. Contractor furnished containers shall be kept neat, in clean and sanitary appearances, and repaired or replaced as necessary.\n\nContractors should refer to the participating VA Healthcare System preferred disposal hierarchy when determining disposition of waste. This hierarchy consists of a) recycling, b) fuel blending/ energy recovery, c) incineration (Part B permitted incinerators), or d) treatment (neutralization, stabilization) and/or landfill. A detailed description of the VA Healthcare System disposal hierarchy is available from the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR).\n\nContractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, county regulations on workers  safety standards and related training. All Contractor personnel involved in the performance of this contract shall have received training regarding the handling of infectious materials, and emergency procedures to be followed in case of a spill. Certification of such training must be provided within fifteen days of receiving notice of award of the contract. Certification for any new employees shall be provided to the Contracting Officer within thirty (30) days of receipt of the training.\n\nApplicable Publication (Standards)\n\nThe following publications form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in text by basic designation only. Except for a specific date given, the issue in effect (including amendments, addenda, revisions, supplements, and errata) on the date the system s submittal is technically approved by VA shall be enforced.\n\n29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards\n40 CFR Subchapter C, Hazardous Materials Regulations, Part 171 through 179\n49 CFR Department of Transportation\n\nPerformance\n\nWork Practices and Standards: The Contractor shall have established standard operating procedures that will be followed while conducting normal hazardous waste management activities. This includes site safety and contingency procedures, strike contingency plan, operational procedures, site management structure, supplies, equipment practices, material sampling procedures, hazard assessment and categorization procedures, packing procedures, quality assurance procedures, procedures for gaining waste acceptance into a facility and project management procedures.\n\nCharacterization of waste: The Contractor shall provide documentation that it has characterized the hazardous nature of all wastes produced by all equipment, devices, reagents, and discharges in accordance with the requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations Title 40  Protection of the Environment  Part 261 et seq. and applicable state and local requirements. Documentation shall include a description of the characteristics of the hazardous waste produced as a byproduct of the instrument operations, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) meeting the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the analytical process used to determine the hazardous nature and characteristics of the waste, and the analytical test results. Testing of hazardous waste is to be done in accordance with testing protocol specified for each individual waste as described in the Code of Federal Regulations Title 40 to make a determination if the waste is a hazardous waste or otherwise regulated. The determination and description shall address the following:\n\nWaste toxicity (Reference 40CFR261.11 and 40CFR261.24)\nWaste ignitability (Reference 40CFR261.21)\nWaste corrosivity (Reference 40CFR261.22)\nWaste reactivity (Reference 40CFR261.23)\nHazardous waste from non-specific sources (F-listed) (Reference 40CFR261.31)\nDiscarded commercial products (acutely toxic or P-listed and toxic or U-listed) (Reference 40CFR261.33)\nSolid Waste (Reference 40 CFR 261.2)\nExclusions (Reference 40 CFR 261.4)\n\nQuality Assurance: The Contractor shall develop and maintain a quality program to unsure refuse and recycling services are performed in accordance with commonly accepted commercial practices. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. As a minimum, the Contractor shall develop quality control procedures addressing the areas identified in the next paragraph.\n\nThe government will periodically evaluate the contractor performance by appointing a representative(s) to monitor performance to ensure services are received. The government may inspect each task as completed or increases the number of quality control inspections if deemed appropriate. Likewise, the government may decrease the number of quality control inspections if performance dictates.\nHandling: Appropriate handling of waste is essential for the safety of Government and Contractor employees and cost containment. The contractor shall provide the employees training to ensure that established policies and procedures for Hazardous Waste are followed. Contractor employees providing site services shall be certified in 40 hour HAZWOPER training and wear appropriate protective equipment when handling hazardous waste.\n\nWaste Containers: The contractor shall provide all appropriate collection containers at no cost to the government. Waste Containers, Identifying Labels, and Markings shall meet applicable safety codes and regulatory requirements. The contractor shall maintain all containers and government facilities ensuring they are free of unpleasant odors, dirt, debris and pests. Cleaning and decontamination of containers shall not be performed on Government property. Contractor shall provide manufacture s specification and descriptive literature for approval. Waste containers shall be United Nation (UN) and Department of Transportation (DOT) approved.\n\nTraining: The contract will include annual training for all employees who handle hazardous and/or universal waste, at least once per year, designated by the COR. The hazardous waste training program will provide training to employees who generate hazardous waste in Satellite Accumulation Areas that have hazardous waste management responsibilities. Training will incorporate Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), state specific regulations and include storage, documentation, records management, safety data sheets, emergency responsibilities, and other pertinent topics. The training will include DOT hazardous materials training that meet the requirements of 49 CFR 172.704.\n\nThe Contractor will partner with the COR to develop medical center specific training to nursing and Research staff on the collection and accumulation of hazardous and universal waste. This training will be conducted in a train-the-trainer style by the contractor.\n\nThe contractor shall provide their technical expertise on topics related to EPA, DOT, State-specific RCRA and other environmental regulations.\n\nReports/Tracking Documents:\n\nTracking Documents: The contractor shall maintain service records and submit them to the (COR) after each service. At a minimum the documents shall include the following information:\n\nTypes and quantities of treated and disposed waste\nMethods of treatment and disposal\nLocation of licensed treatment and disposal facilities\nCertification that hazardous waste has been packaged, collected, transported, handled, treated, and disposed of in compliance with regulatory agencies, laws, directives and ordinances\nOriginal Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest shall be submitted to the COR at the time of each pick-up.\n\nSpill Report: When waste is spilled by the contractor at any pickup or storage location or during transport, the contractor shall submit a Spill Report identifying the spills. Such incidents shall be reported to the COR immediately, by telephone and in writing no later than seven (7) workdays after leaving the site. The Spill Report shall list at a minimum the type of spill, amount of waste, and personnel exposed to the spilled waste.\n\nThe Contractor shall provide certification that the spill was removed, including a statement concerning the effect on any employees, and a description of the cause and corrective measure instituted by Contractor to ensure spills do not occur again. The Contractor is responsible for cleaning up spills that are caused by contractor employees.\n\nSubcontractors: The Government must approve all subcontractors prior to contract award. Offerors shall identify all services to be performed by subcontractors. 50% performance is required from the Prime and as required by subcontracting clause 52.219-14.\n\nTransportation: Hazardous waste shall be transported on the public highways by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved (with DOT implications) licensed haulers to an approved disposal site. All Contractor vehicles used to transport hazardous waste must be currently licensed, permitted or otherwise registered in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws. License number must be posted on the exterior of the vehicle. Each truck or van transporting hazardous waste must have an emergency spill clean-up plan and basic cleanup equipment on board.\n\nMethod of disposal: Waste generated by each VA Healthcare System and approved for transport to storage stations shall not be commingled in the same shipping container with wastes from other VA Healthcare System or any other generator, unless allowed by law. Disposal method shall be by recycle, incineration, treatment or land burial, whichever is appropriate and in compliance with Federal, State, and Local disposal regulations. The Contractor shall use a treatment, storage, or disposal facility that has a valid permit to manage hazardous waste. The Government must approve all disposal facilities used by the Contractor.\n\nSpill Response: The Contractor will provide spill response/clean-up as required by the Government. The Government will provide the Contractor with the location, size, name of chemical or material involved, proximity of sewers and urgency and any governmental agencies called. The Contractor has four (4) hours to be on site after the phone call has been placed. The Contractor shall provide appropriate personnel and equipment to mitigate and remove released hazardous materials. Coverage will be on a 24 hour, 7 day a week basis.\n\nThe contractor will provide their spill procedures for integration into facility level SPCC or contingency plans. The contractor will provide their billing procedure that would be used for spill and emergency response activity.\n\nThe Contractor will provide Chemists only when requested by the COR.\n\nLaboratory technicians may be required to pack waste for pick-up and record waste statistics, only when requested by the COR.\n\nA Chemist and/ or a Laboratory Technician shall be provided, only when requested by the COR and with the approval of the CO, to perform work, such as, but not limited to, identifying properties of a chemical, procedures in handling chemicals, etc., that are beyond the capability of a trained and certified technician. Rates, terms and condition shall be in accordance with the contract.\n\nMaterial Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)\n\nThe Contractor shall provide their employees with immediate access to MSDS for all hazardous substances.\n\nContractor s Disposal Locations\n\nContractor shall provide the COR with a list of disposal facilities that will be used in conjunction with this contract. This list must include the name of the company, address, city, and state, zip code, telephone number, ESPA ID number, and disposal methods.\n\nPenalties and Fines\n\nThe Contractor shall satisfy all applicable regulatory agency requirements. In the event a regulatory agency assesses a monetary fine against the Government for violations caused by the Contractor, the contractor shall reimburse the Government for the amount of the fine.\n\nHazardous Waste Analysis\n\nSampling and laboratory analytical services shall be provided by the Contractor every six months or as necessary to support operating and disposal requirements. Unless otherwise directed, all sampling and laboratory analysis shall be accomplished as described in the latest edition of Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, American Public Health Association, or in accordance with other regulatory agency ACO approved methods. The Government reserves the right to collect waste samples to perform tests and/or have the right to the tests performed by another laboratory to verify the Contractor s performance.\n\nFire Alarm Trip Charge\n\nIf Contractor triggers a fire alarm due to negligence, inattention or failure to properly coordinate and request system shutdown, the Contractor will be charged for actual costs incurred for Government personnel responding to the alarm. The Contractor will be liable for losses associated with disruption of facility operations. In addition, the Contractor will reimburse the Government for any fines and other costs imposed by Government, external agency, Fire Department, City, County, or State.\n\nGovernment Repairs\n\nGovernment employees will work on contract equipment only with authorization of the contractor or following the failure of the contractor to respond. The government is not obligated to perform any work on contract equipment.\n\nPlace of Performance\n\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nSouthern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)\nTucson VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n3601 S 6th Avenue\nTucson, AZ 85723-0001\n\nAuthorized Services\n\nOnly those services specified herein are authorized under this contract. Before permitting and/or performing any service of a non-contract nature, the Contractor shall advise the CO of the reason (s) for the additional work and/or service. The Contractor is cautioned that only the CO or his/her designee may authorize additional service that are within the scope of this contract and that reimbursement shall not be made unless prior authorization is obtained from the CO. All changes to the contract shall be issued through a contract modification in writing from the CO to the Contractor.\n\nDelegation of Authority\n\nNo additional service shall be provided without the approval from the Contracting Officer (CO) or his/her designee of this contract. The Contractor shall not accept any instructions issued by any other person(s) other than the CO or his/her delegated representative acting within the limits of his/her authority.\n\nIndemnification\n\nIt is expressly agreed and understood by the Contractor and the VA Healthcare System that the Contractor agrees to indemnify the VA against all liabilities, claims, penalties incident to death, bodily injuries, destruction or damage to property, contamination of adverse effects on the environment or any violation of government laws, regulations or orders, caused in whole or part by the Contractor s breach of any term of this agreement or any negligent or willful act or omission of the Contractor, its employees or subcontractors in the performance of this contract.\n\nGovernment Furnished Property and Services\n\nThe Government will provide the following property and services in connection with the Contractor performance.\n\nStorage Areas: The Government will provide secure storage areas to store the Contractor s furnished containers and hazardous waste. The VA facility can package or consolidate their own waste stream and use the Contractor provided packaging or consolidate the waste as long as it complies with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and other regulations.\n\nPick-Up Schedule: The Contractor shall meet the pick-up schedule specified by each participating VA facility (schedule will be provided upon award of contract). Depending on the type of waste, pick-up schedule might vary. On a as needed basis the response time for removal will range from 4 hours to five (5) calendar days.\n\nUnscheduled Collection: The COR may require the Contractor to make unscheduled collections or disposals for special events or other occasions. The contractor shall respond within 24 hours of the event. Unscheduled services shall be ordered and billed in accordance with the unit pricing limits established at the time this contract is signed.\n\nForms: The Government personnel will sign and fill in appropriate information on Contractor provided Waste Analysis Form.\n\nContractor s Equipment\n\nContractor s truck should be equipped with a hydraulic lift. Contractor shall carry a minimum of two 55-gallon Steel Drums (open type) and two Polyurethane drums when providing hazardous waste transport for disposal. Each vehicle will have sufficient spill containment materials to respond to emergencies resulting from loss of containment, chemical reaction or other hazardous conditions.\n\nSecurity Requirements\n\nThe C&A requirements do not apply, and Security Accreditation Package is not required.\n\nThis service does not involve Contractor connection of one or more contractor-owned IT devices (such as laptop computer or remote connection from a contractor system) to a VA internal trusted (i.e., non-public network) therefore Information Technology (IT) Security certification and accreditation (authorization) (C&A) requirements do not apply per VA Handbook 6500.6.\n\nPeriod of Performance\n\nWork Hours\n\nThis contract is a full-service contract to include all necessary service calls, five (5) days per week, Eight (8) hours per day, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except for spill response, see item 8, paragraph k), Monday through Friday, National Holidays excluded. Any service or repair performed outside of normal working hours shall be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR) at a price agreed to by the Contractor and Contracting Officer. If appropriate, the Contracting Officer may authorize additional services under a separate purchase order.\n\nFederal Holidays\n\nNew Year s Day\nJanuary 01\nMartin Luther King s Birthday\nThird Monday in January\nPresident s Day\nThird Monday in February\nMemorial Day\nLast Monday in May\nJuneteenth\nJune 19\nIndependence Day\nJuly 04\nLabor Day\nFirst Monday in September\nColumbus Day\nSecond Monday in October\nVeterans Day\nNovember 11\nThanksgiving Day\nFourth Thursday in November\nChristmas Day\nDecember 25\n\nIf the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be observed as a national holiday. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a National holiday by U.S. Government Agencies, and any day specifically declared by the President of the United States of America.\n\nIdentification, Check-in, Parking, and Smoking Regulations\n\nIdentification\n\nThe vendor's employees shall wear visible identification at all times while on SAVAHCS premises. Contractor employees shall report to VA Police upon entry to the SAVAHCS facility to get a visitor badge. Contractor employees are required to be escorted by the COR or designee s office once on campus prior to commencement of work. During emergencies contractor personnel shall check in with SAVAHCS Police if the SAVAHCS COR or designee is not available.\n\nAll contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.\n\nParking\n\nPark only in areas designated by the COR or otherwise directed by VA Police and Security Service Personnel. The Contractor shall display on each of its vehicles the company name in a manner and size that is clearly visible. The Contractor shall conform to the posted speed limits and parking restrictions set at each Government facility.\n\nIt is the responsibility of the contract personnel to park in the appropriate designated parking areas. Parking information is available from VA Police & Security Service Office. The Contractor assumes full responsibility for any parking violations.\n\nSmoking & Vaping\n\nVeterans Health Administration (VHA) Directive 1085, dated March 5, 2019, provides a comprehensive smoke-free policy for patients, visitors, contractors, volunteers, and vendors, at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA) health care facilities. This updated VHA directive implements a smoke-free policy for patients, visitors, contractors, volunteers, and vendors at VA health care facilities, as defined in this directive, based on scientific evidence regarding the adverse health effects of secondhand and thirdhand smoke exposures.\n\nThe Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Administrative Operations (10NA) and the Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Clinical Operations (10NC) are responsible for the contents of this directive. Questions may be referred to VHA Smoke Free: vhasmokefree@va.gov.\n\nThis VHA directive is scheduled for recertification on or before the last working day of March 2024. This VHA directive will continue to serve as national VHA policy until it is recertified or rescinded.\n\nWeapons and Contraband\n\nPossession of weapons or contraband is prohibited and shall be subject to arrest and termination from future performance under this contract. Enclosed containers, including tool kits, shall be subject to search. Violations of SAVAHCS regulations may result in citation answerable in the United States (Federal) District Court, not a local district, state, or municipal court.\n\nSafety\n\nAll personnel employed by the Contractor in the performance of this contract, or any representative of the Contractor entering on SAVAHCS shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and VA safety and fire regulations and codes, which are in effect during the performance period of the contract.\n\nContractor shall perform work in strict accordance with existing relevant, accredited standards and codes to minimize the possibility of injury to personnel, or damage to Government equipment. Every effort shall be made to safeguard human life and property.\n\nContractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local requirements regarding workers  health and safety. The requirements include, but are not limited to, those found in Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes and regulations, such as applicable provisions of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 1910 and 1926, NFPA 70E, Article 130.7 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)(iii), 29CFR1910.137.\n\nContractor shall provide all necessary tools, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to perform the work safely, effectively, and timely.\n\nContractor Personnel\n\nContractor s Program Manager\n\nThe Contractor shall provide a contract program manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer. The Contractor s Program Manager shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract.\n\nContractor s Employees\n\nThe Contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract if such employee is identified to the Contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being or operational mission of the installation and its population.\n\nContract Personnel shall be subject to the same quality assurance standards or exceed current recognized national standards as established by the Joint Commission (JC).\n\nWork Injuries\n\nThe VA Healthcare System Emergency Room is available for emergency treatment of job-site injuries. If any employee is injured, the person may be taken directly to the Emergency Room, but the COR must be notified by the end of the following weekday and an injury report must be filed with the VA Police & Security Service. Care will be rendered at the rates established by local procedures.\n\nContractor Qualifications & Other Responsibilities\n\nContractor shall obtain all necessary licenses required to perform this work. Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to protect persons and property from injury or damage during the performance of this contract. Contractor shall be responsible for any injury to himself/herself, his/her employees, or others, as well as for any damage to personal or public property that occurs during the performance of this contract that is caused by him/her or his/her employees  fault or negligence. Contractor shall maintain personal liability and property damage insurance prescribed by the laws of the Federal Government. \n\nThe Government reserves the right to accept or reject Contractor s employee for the rendering of services. Complaints concerning Contract Personnel s performance or conduct will be dealt with by the Contractor and COR with the final decision being made by the Contracting Officer.\n\nThe Contractor is responsible for providing fully knowledgeable, trained technicians that are competent to meet the contract requirements.\n\nThe Contractor or its employees are responsible for their proper protection during bulking process. Attire and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators has to be appropriate for the hazardous condition of lab- packing, lifting, carrying, pouring, blending, moving and loading hazardous and toxic substances in limited space. Contractor employees should be enrolled in a Medical Surveillance Program that meets the standards of 29 CFR 1910 at the expense of the Contractor. Contractor furnishes and ensures good condition of all PPE for Contractor employees.\n\nInsurance Coverage\n\nThe Contractor agrees to procure and maintain, while the contract is in effect, Workers Compensation and Employee s Public Liability Insurance in accordance with Federal and State of Arizona laws. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damage to property, which may be done by him, or any employee engaged in the performance of this contract. \n\nThe Government shall be held harmless against any or all loss, cost, damage, claim expense or liability whatsoever, because of accident or injury to persons or property of others occurring in the performance of this contract.\n\nBefore commencing work under this contract, the Contracting Officer shall require the Contractor to furnish certification from his/her insurance company indicating that the coverage specified by FAR 52.228-5 and per FAR Subpart 28.307-2 has been obtained and that it may not be changed or canceled without guaranteed thirty (30) day notice to the Contracting Officer.\n\nContractor is required to provide copies of proof of Workers Compensation and Employee Public Liability Insurance within fifteen (15) calendar days after notification of contract award.\n\nLiability 28.307-2\n\nWorkers  compensation and employer s liability. Contractors are required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers  compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases are not compensable under those statutes, they shall be covered under the employer s liability section of the insurance policy, except when contract operations are so commingled with a contractor s commercial operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage. Employer s liability coverage of at least $100,000 shall be required, except in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit workers  compensation to be written by private carriers. (See 28.305(c) for treatment of contracts subject to the Defense Base Act.)\n\nGeneral liability.\n\nThe contracting officer shall require bodily injury liability insurance coverage written on the comprehensive form of policy of at least $500,000 per occurrence.\nProperty damage liability insurance shall be required only in special circumstances as determined by the agency.\n\nAutomobile liability.\n\nThe contracting officer shall require automobile liability insurance written on the comprehensive form of policy. The policy shall provide for bodily injury and property damage liability covering the operation of all automobiles used in connection with performing the contract. Policies covering automobiles operated in the United States shall provide coverage of at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage. The amount of liability coverage on other policies shall be commensurate with any legal requirements of the locality and sufficient to meet normal and customary claims.\n\nInvoicing and Payment\n\nOvertime & Holiday Pay\n\nAny overtime and/or holiday pay that may be entitled to the Contractor s employees shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor and shall not be billed to nor reimbursed by the Government.\n\nContractor will bill and be paid for actual services provided by Contractor personnel. Contractor will not be paid for  availability  or  on-call  services unless otherwise provided herein.\n\nPayments for leave, including sick leave or vacation time, are the sole responsibility of the contractor.\n\nInvoices\n\nPayment of services rendered under this contract shall be made in arrears upon satisfactory completion of each service and receipt of a properly prepared invoice and submitted by the Contractor to the payment address specified by Contracting. Invoices shall reference the Contract Number and Purchase Order Number, Manifest Number(s), provide a complete and accurate description of services/ supplies delivered/ rendered, including dates of performance, amounts, unit prices, extended totals and any other data relevant for payment purposes.\n\nThe Government shall not authorize payment until such time that the SAVAHCS COR all properly executed and signed documentation.\n\nNo advance payments shall be authorized. Payment shall be made on a monthly arrears for services provided during the billing month in arrears in accordance with FAR 52.212-4, para. (i). Upon submission of a properly prepared invoice for prices stipulated in this contract for services delivered and accepted in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, less any deductions stipulated in this contract.\n\nPayment of invoices may be delayed if the appropriate invoices as specified in the contract are not completed and submitted as required.\n\n**End of Statement of Work (SOW)**\n\n\nThe purchase order period of performance is 11/01/2026   10/31/2031.\n\nFree on Board (FOB) is destination.\nPlace of Performance/Place of Delivery\nAddress:\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs\nSouthern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS)\nTucson VA Medical Center (VAMC)\n3601 S 6th Avenue\nTucson, AZ\nPostal Code:\n85723-0001\nCountry:\nUNITED STATES\n\nThe full text of RFO FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_252_1. \n\nThe following solicitation provisions and clause apply to this acquisition:\nFAR 52.212-1,  Instructions to Offerors Commercial Products and Commercial Services \nAll Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. This is accomplished through the Tungsten Network located at: http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp. This is mandatory and the sole method for submitting invoices. \n\nAll quoters shall submit the following: All information required by RFO FAR 52.212-1(b) Submission of Offers to include, but not limited to, SAM UEI.\n\nAll quotes shall be sent to the Network Contracting Office (NCO) CO Norman.Napper-Rogers@va.gov. \n\nAward will be based upon a comparative evaluation of quotes in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of RFO FAR 12. [CO will include basis of evaluation in the quote/offer, e.g., Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government.]\n\nOptions will be evaluated at time of award, including FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999).\n\nSubmissions shall include your quote using the attached schedule as well as a capabilities statement with qualifications proving all certifications and education required for the work being conducted in the SOW, as this is highly scientific and regulated. Submissions not meeting all requirements of the SOW will be considered ineligible for award.\n\nQuotes should be based on the information provided as no discussions will be allowed. This solicitation is being made under FAR 12.201-1 Simplified Procedures.\n\nIf the contractor is planning to sub-contract the work the following is required to be considered for award:\nWhat work will the prime contractor do?\nWhat work will the subcontractor do?\nA signed Subcontracting Agreement is required with your submission.\nWhat is the subcontractor charging? What is the subcontracting rate?\n\nFAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services: In accordance with RFO FAR 12.201-1 and FAR 12.201-2 when appropriate, the contracting officer may (1) Insert the provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services, in solicitations for commercial products or commercial services.\n\nThe following are the decision factors: Price, past performance, and technical. Past performance and technical combined are equally important as price.\n\nPast performance will be based on CPARS and FAPIIS ratings. No rating in CPARS is equal to a neutral rating.\n\nThe award will be made to the response most advantageous to the Government.\nResponses should contain your best terms and conditions.\n\nNOTE: RFO FAR 52.212-3 is RESERVED and replaced with: [Attention CO: www.sam.gov registration is required to be complete at time of submission of response.] Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website located at https://sam.gov/.\n\nFAR 52.212-4,  Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services  (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)\nFAR 52.252-1,  Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference  (FEB 1998)\nFAR 52.203-11,  Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions  (SEP 2024)\nFAR 52.203-18,  Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation  (JAN 2017)\nFAR 52.204-7,  System for Award Management Registration  (NOV 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.217-5,  Evaluation of Options  (JULY 1990) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.223-4,  Recovered Material Certification  (MAY 2008)\nVAAR 852.233-70,  Agency Protests  (Oct 2026)\nVAAR 852.239-75,  Information and Communication Technology Accessibility Notice  (OCT 2026) (DEVIATION)\nFAR 52.209-7,  Information Regarding Responsibility Matters  (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.216-1,  Type of Contract  (APR 1984) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-1,  Small Business Program Representations  (FEB 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.233-2,  Service of Protest  (SEP 2006) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.240-90,  Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications  (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.252-5,  Authorized Deviations in Provisions  (NOV 2020)\nVAAR 852.252-70,  Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated by Reference  (JAN 2008)\n\nThe following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:\n\nFAR 52.212-4,  Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services  (NOV 2023) (DEVIATION OCT 2025)\nFAR 52.203-6,  ALT I. Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government  (NOV 2021)\nFAR 52.203-16,  Preventing Personal Conflicts of Interest  (JUN 2020)\nFAR 52.203-17,  Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights  (NOV 2023)\nFAR 52.203-19,  Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements  (JAN 2017)\nFAR 52.204-9,  Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel  (JAN 2011)\nFAR 52.204-13,  System for Award Management-Maintenance  (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-6,  Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded  (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-9,  Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters  (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.209-10,  Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations  (NOV 2015) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-4,  Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns  (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-6,  Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside  (NOV 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-8,  Utilization of Small Business Concerns  (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-9,  Small Business Subcontracting Plan  (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-14,  Limitations on Subcontracting  (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.219-16,  Liquidated Damages-Subcontracting Plan  (SEP 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-3,  Convict Labor  (JUN 2003) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-35,  Equal Opportunity for Veterans  (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-36,  Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities  (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-37,  Employment Reports on Veterans  (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-40,  Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act  (DEC 2010) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)\nFAR 52.222-41,  Service Contract Labor Standards  (AUG 2018) (DEVIATION 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