S-- Refuse and Recycling removal Minneapolis, MN VA Medical Center

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network 23 Contracting Office, Fort Meade, SD intends to award a contract in accordance with FAR Part 13. The North America Industry Classification System Code [NAICS] is 562111, Solid Waste Collection Services and the size standard is $38.5 million. This solicitation is UNRESTRICED and available to any firm that is qualified to bid on Government contract and MUST be listed in SAM at time of submission of quote. The Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Healthcare System (MVAHCS) has a need for Refuse Disposal along with Glass/Plastic/Mixed Metal Recycling Services located within the MVAHCS. Currently the MVAHCS generates approximately 2,428,280 pounds of refuse per year and approximately 258,500 pounds of recyclable glass & plastics, and 75,000 pounds of assorted metals. Quantities indicated in the schedule of items are estimated. The Government intends to make a single award with a period of performance of approximately April 15, 2019 through April 14, 2020 with four (4) one-year option periods to be exercised at the Government s discretion. The solicitation is scheduled to be issued on or about March 14, 2019 and will be issued via Fed Biz Opps Electronic Posting System at http://www.fedbizopps.gov. Offerors are responsible for checking the web site regularly to obtain amendments. Questions regarding this solicitation must be in writing to be received no later than 10 AM local time, March 21, 2019. Questions may be sent by email to: Robert.gamble@va.gov. No telephonic inquiries will be accepted. Vendors are reminded that representatives from their company SHALL NOT contact VISN 23 personnel to request this RFQ during this solicitation process. All questions and concerns regarding this solicitation shall be directed to the Contracting Officer. All responsible sources may submit a response, which if timely received, will be considered by The Department of Veterans Affairs, NCO23, Fort Meade, SD. This synopsis is for notification purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals. Quotes must be signed and submitted in writing approximately March 29, 2019 at 10:00 AM local time; be in accordance with the solicitation instructions outlined in the solicitation; and be timely. No web based proposals or faxes will be accepted. ALL DATES ARE TENTATIVE AT THIS TIME. Firm dates will be established and will be accurately shown on the issued Request for Proposal.