SOLICITATION NOTICE
S -- 629-26-2-622-0217 Solid Waste Contract
- Notice Date
- 3/9/2026 11:17:02 AM
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 562111
— Solid Waste Collection
- Contracting Office
- 256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256) RIDGELAND MS 39157 USA
- ZIP Code
- 39157
- Solicitation Number
- 36C25626Q0424
- Response Due
- 3/25/2026 8:00:00 AM
- Archive Date
- 04/04/2026
- Point of Contact
- Tiffany D Conner, Contract Specialist, Phone: (318) 990-4064
- E-Mail Address
-
Tiffany.Conner@va.gov
(Tiffany.Conner@va.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- SDVOSBC Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside
- Awardee
- null
- Description
- 5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable) CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY 2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER CODE 6. ISSUED BY 8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER 9B. DATED PAGE OF PAGES 10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER 10B. DATED BPA NO. 1. CONTRACT ID CODE FACILITY CODE CODE Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods: The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers E. IMPORTANT: is extended, (a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning __________ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY is not extended. 12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (REV. 11/2016) is required to sign this document and return ___________ copies to the issuing office. is not, A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A. 15C. DATE SIGNED B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b). RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified. C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF: D. OTHER Contractor 16C. DATE SIGNED 14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect. 15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER 15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR STANDARD FORM 30 PREVIOUS EDITION NOT USABLE Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.243 (Type or print) (Type or print) (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.) (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (If other than Item 6) (Specify type of modification and authority) (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) (If required) (SEE ITEM 11) (SEE ITEM 13) (X) CHECK ONE 13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS, IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14. 11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT (Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 0001 629-26-2-622-0217 Department of Veterans Affairs Overton Brooks VA Medical Center (90C) 510 East Stoner Avenue Shreveport LA 71101 Department of Veterans Affairs Overton Brooks VA Medical Center (90C) 510 East Stoner Avenue Shreveport LA 71101 To all Offerors/Bidders 36C25626Q0424 X X X See CONTINUATION Page X 1 The purpose of this amendment is to correct CLIN structure and provide revised PWS. Please see attached updated CLINs and revised PWS for this solicitation. A.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE ITEM INFORMATION ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001 106.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Hauls (2x/week) plus 10 additional hauls 96 + 10 =106 total EA Estimate two pull per week, 96 pulls per year with 10 additional pulls as needed at end of some months. Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0002 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0003 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - (Once) Monthly Compactor Cleaning 1x Month Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0004 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0005 156.00 EA __________________ __________________ CEP Loading Dock 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Hauls (3x/week) Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0006 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for trash dumpster per month Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0007 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for metal recycling dumpster per month Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0008 1,000.00 TN __________________ __________________ Solid Waste Disposal All Locations Disposal per Tonnage Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0009 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Solid Waste Disposal Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0010 96.00 EA __________________ __________________ CEP Loading Dock 2400 Canal St. Recycling Main Hospital (2x/week) 8yd Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 0011 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Recycling Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 04-20-2026 POP End: 04-19-2027 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: S205 - Housekeeping - Trash/Garbage Collection 1001 106.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Hauls (2x/week) plus 10 additional hauls 96 + 10 =106 total EA Estimate two pull per week, 96 pulls per year with 10 additional pulls as needed at end of some months. Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1002 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1003 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - (Once) Monthly Compactor Cleaning 1x Month Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1004 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1005 156.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Hauls (3x/week) Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1006 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for trash dumpster per month Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1007 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for metal recycling dumpster per month Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1008 1,000.00 TN __________________ __________________ Solid Waste Disposal All Locations Disposal per Tonnage Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1009 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Solid Waste Disposal Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1010 96.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St. Recycling Main Hospital (2x/week) Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 1011 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Recycling Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 04-20-2027 POP End: 04-19-2028 2001 106.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Hauls (2x/week) plus 10 additional hauls 96 + 10 =106 total EA Estimate two pull per week, 96 pulls per year with 10 additional pulls as needed at end of some months. Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2002 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2003 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - (Once) Monthly Compactor Cleaning 1x Month Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2004 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2005 156.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Hauls (3x/week) Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2006 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for trash dumpster per month Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2007 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for metal recycling dumpster per month Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2008 1,000.00 TN __________________ __________________ Solid Waste Disposal All Locations Disposal per Tonnage Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2009 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Solid Waste Disposal Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2010 96.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St. Recycling Main Hospital (2x/week) Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 2011 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Recycling Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 04-20-2028 POP End: 04-19-2029 3001 106.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Hauls (2x/week) plus 10 additional hauls 96 + 10 =106 total EA Estimate two pull per week, 96 pulls per year with 10 additional pulls as needed at end of some months. Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3002 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3003 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - (Once) Monthly Compactor Cleaning 1x Month Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3004 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3005 156.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Hauls (3x/week) Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3006 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for trash dumpster per month Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3007 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for metal recycling dumpster per month Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3008 1,000.00 TN __________________ __________________ Solid Waste Disposal All Locations Disposal per Tonnage Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3009 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Solid Waste Disposal Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3010 96.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St. Recycling Main Hospital (2x/week) Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 3011 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Recycling Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 04-20-2029 POP End: 04-19-2030 4001 106.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Hauls (2x/week) plus 10 additional hauls 96 + 10 =106 total EA Estimate two pull per week, 96 pulls per year with 10 additional pulls as needed at end of some months. Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4002 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 39yd Compactor Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4003 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - (Once) Monthly Compactor Cleaning 1x Month Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4004 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Rental 1x Month Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4005 156.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St - 30yd Open Top Hauls (3x/week) Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4006 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for trash dumpster per month Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4007 24.00 EA __________________ __________________ 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for metal recycling dumpster per month Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4008 1,000.00 TN __________________ __________________ Solid Waste Disposal All Locations Disposal per Tonnage Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4009 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Solid Waste Disposal Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4010 96.00 EA __________________ __________________ 2400 Canal St. Recycling Main Hospital (2x/week) Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 4011 12.00 MO __________________ __________________ CBOC - Recycling Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 04-20-2030 POP End: 04-19-2031 GRAND TOTAL __________________ PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS) WASTE MANAGEMENT Feb 2026 GENERAL: Contractor shall be responsible for allocating all equipment and personnel, including back-up resources, to meet all requirements for the comprehensive management of solid waste and the recycling programs at Southeast Louisiana Health Care System (SLVHCS). The comprehensive waste services shall include the collection and disposal of the waste, and the training and support required to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations. The Contractor must have relevant experience in providing comprehensive waste management services. The ability to provide waste audits and to properly separate waste streams is crucial to this requirement. All self-contained roll off compactors shall be designed for dock usage or as further defined herein. Any mechanical or electrical modifications to accommodate the compactors in the designated dock areas will be at the cost of the Contractor and not the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The contractor also has the responsibility for maintaining/repairing the equipment/materials, compactors operation or supplies required at no cost to the VA. The compactors must be designed to meet or exceed all safety standards to include key type lock/start control; emergency stop, and safety retract controls. Unit must be designed to prevent leakage, spillage, odors and pest control concerns. The Contractor shall install, maintain and monitor an automated notification fullness system (i.e., fax) that will maximize usage and notify Contractor when compactor is ready for replacement. Setting will be at the agreement of the Contractor and COR to maximize usage of the units. The Contractor shall submit with his/her signed Proposal a detailed description of the type of compactor recommended for use under this Contract. The Contractor shall clearly show a plan that will easily measure the reductions in volumes on a monthly basis. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to provide the tracking and reports in a timely manner, and action plans to address any shortfalls. BACKGROUND: The SLVHCS is a dynamic and progressive health care organization dedicated to providing quality, compassionate and accessible care and service to Louisiana veterans. The New Orleans VA Medical Center and Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC), all work together to form this comprehensive health care delivery system. To ensure the provision of quality patient care, the health care system employs 2,500 plus professional, technical, administrative and support personnel who work together to meet the needs of Louisiana Veterans. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Performance Period: The Period of Performance for this contract service shall be for one (1) base year and four (4) one-year option periods. Base Year: 04/20/2026 04/19/2027 Option Year 1: 04/20/2027 04/19/2028 Option Year 2: 04/20/2028 04/19/2029 Option Year 3: 04/20/2029 04/19/2030 Option Year 4: 04/20/2030 04/19/2031 Type of Contract: The Government contemplates award of a Firm Fixed Price contract resulting from this solicitation. PLACES OF PERFORMANCE: Solid Waste and recycling removal are required at the following sites: a. VA Baton Rouge South CBOC, 7850 Anselmo Lane, Baton Rouge, LA. b. Hammond CBOC, 1131 South Morrison Blvd., Hammond, LA c. Slidell CBOC, 60491 Doss Dr, Suite B, Slidell, LA d. St. John CBOC, 247 Veterans Blvd, Reserve, LA e. Poche Ct West Warehouse, 4301 Poche Court West, New Orleans, LA f. VA Medical Center, 2400 Canal St., New Orleans, LA Recycling plans and concepts will need to be developed for the following sites: a. VA Baton Rouge South CBOC, 7850 Anselmo Lane, Baton Rouge, LA. b. Hammond CBOC, 1131 South Morrison Blvd., Hammond, LA c. Slidell CBOC, 60491 Doss Dr, Slidell, LA d. St. John CBOC, 247 Veterans Blvd, Reserve, LA e. VA Medical Center, 2400 Canal St., New Orleans, LA FREQUENCY OF SERVICE(s) PROVIDED: Current Services Only: Location Building Service Container Size CBOC Hammond, LA Mon/Wed/Fri 8yd CBOC Slidell, LA Mon/Wed/Fri 8yd CBOC New Orleans, LA Mon/Wed/Fri 8yd CBOC Reserve, LA Mon/Wed/Fri 8yd CBOC Baton Rouge, LA Mon/Wed/Fri 8yd 2400 Canal Street D&T Loading Dock 2X Weekly 39yd Compactor 2400 Canal Street CEP Loading Dock On Call (Recycle) 8yd 2400 Canal Street CEP Loading Dock 3X Weekly 30yd Open Warehouse Poche Ct Warehouse 2X Monthly On Call Recycling and Trash 30yd Open DAYS AND HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. excluding federal holidays. The expectation is that solid waste containers are removed early enough and returned by 9:00 a.m. on pick-up days. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: The contractor shall provide creative, efficient and innovative solutions that demonstrate the contractor s ability to properly understand and perform the services of this requirement. The contractor shall demonstrate technical solutions and approaches that exhibit the contractor s experience and qualifications in providing these services. The contractor shall be required to provide a demonstration of the resources, equipment and qualified personnel that are available to commit to this requirement. The contractor shall provide all labor, supplies, equipment, and disposal for the following services: Solid waste disposal services Recycling Services: Scrap metal Pallets Shrink Wrap Plastic High Density Polyethylene Resin (HDPE) 1-5 Waste audits Training for waste streams to ensure compliance REFERENCE/REQUIREMENTS: The requirements of the following agencies must be met at all times, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Quality System Regulation as stated in 21 CFR Part 820, Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). GENERAL REFUSE/RUBBISH SPECIFICATIONS Provide all labor, transportation, containers and equipment to remove and dispose of general rubbish/trash at Southeast Louisiana VA Health Care System. The Contractor shall provide SLVHCS (Site #1) with one thirty-nine (39) cubic yard self-contained roll off compactor designed for dock usage. Estimate two pulls per week. This compactor is also required to be cleaned once monthly. In addition, Contractor shall provide one 30 yard open top dumpster as needed (will call) basis. Estimate two pull per week, 96 pulls per year with 10 additional pulls as needed at end of some months. The Contractor shall provide the Poche Ct Warehouse (Site #2) one 30 yard open top dumpster as needed (will call) basis. Estimate two pull per month, 24 pulls per year. The Contractor shall provide the Poche Ct Warehouse - 30yd Open Top Hauls on call (2) hauls for metal recycling dumpster as needed (will call) basis. Estimate two pull per month, 24 pulls per year. Each of the 5 CBOCs will require an 8-yard dumpster with service every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. We estimate 1,000 tons of solid waste annually for SLVHCS which includes the 5 CBOCs combined. Offeror will provide an explanation of how they will provide verifiable weights of solid waste removed. The SLVHCS solid waste service is a critical support service for the Hospital. Solid waste must be removed from the facility in an efficient and timely manner so as not to interfere with work production within buildings or at the loading docks. Maintaining the cleanliness and aesthetic appearance of the equipment shall be a high priority. The loading dock is the most critical area for the management of the solid waste. The waste must be removed on schedule so as not to interfere with the facility operations at the loading dock. The containers must be in good condition. As part of this solicitation, the contractor shall provide new equipment to ensure the cleanliness and aesthetic appearance are satisfactory. Used compactor equipment will be authorized temporarily, provided that new compactors are ordered, and confirmation of order can be provided. The COR must approve equipment, locations, and contractor prior to implementation. The compactor must be designed to maximize fullness and to minimize the required pulls, to avoid disruption to service. The compactor must be designed to meet or exceed all safety standards to include key type lock/start control, emergency disconnect within 10 feet of the machine, and an emergency stop. Unit must be designed to prevent leakage, spillage, odors and pest control concerns. Compactors shall have electronic notification devices that notify the COR and the contractor. Compactors will be required to have a cart dumper to minimize handling of solid waste by the VA staff. Any required mechanical or electrical modifications to accommodate the compactors in the designated dock areas shall be noted and corrected by the contractor. The Contractor is responsible for the installation of the compactor, once the VA has prepared the site as specified. The Contractor must provide a plan for maintaining the cleanliness of the containers and equipment. The Contractor shall provide the types and quantities of vehicles, solid waste collection equipment and/or containers proposed to provide the required services. A separate listing of proposed equipment and containers shall be provided for review. The Contractor shall provide the proposed frequencies for the emptying of solid waste containers or equipment, including required times for off-site disposal. The Contractor shall provide the methods and procedures proposed to provide the required preventive maintenance and emergency repairs to the Contractor provided solid waste containers and equipment. If abuse or vandalism is identified, it shall be immediately brought to the attention of the COR, and arrangements for repair shall be agreed upon by Contractor, Contracting Officer, and COR. Contractor shall maintain a log of solid waste shipments. The log shall identify the date, time and quantities of solid waste shipped. RECYCLING SPECIFICATIONS: Provide all labor, transportation, containers and equipment for recycling of all mixed grade paper / loose cardboard at Southeast Louisiana VA Health Care System in accordance with the specifications, terms and conditions of this solicitation. The Contractor is responsible for the removal and transporting of recyclable mixed grade paper and loose cardboard for processing from SLVHCS pick up each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday SPECIAL NOTE: Contractor will remove all the baled cardboard under this contract and all pallets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The Contractor/awardee agrees that the collected recyclable paper may contain information which is subject to and protected by Title 5, U.S. Code, Section 552a, commonly known as the Privacy Act of 1974 and other confidentiality statues to which the Department of Veterans Affairs is subject, including Title 38, U.S. Code, Section 3301 and Tide 38, U.S. Code, Section 4132. The Contractor by accepting award of this contract, acknowledges that it is fully bound by these statues in its handling of paper and agrees that it will institute appropriate procedures to safeguard recyclable paper obtained from all sites. The Contractor is responsible for the removal and transporting of all baled items from the facility. The baled items shall generate a rebate to the VA. The rebate shall be applied to the invoice for the comprehensive waste management. Contractor shall maintain a log of recycling shipments. The log shall identify the quantities of recyclables shipped and the rebates generated as a result. Contractor shall design a recycling program to institute recycling of items not currently captured by SLVHCS to meet the VA Directive. The recycling program shall be identified as part of the waste audit. Contractor shall consider single stream based on the size and location of facilities. BATTERY PACKING All batteries shall be packaged for transportation in a manner which prevents short circuiting and damage to the battery or its terminals. This may be achieved by the following measures listed below: Each battery must be placed in a separate plastic baggie , or the terminal ends must be taped securely. All other batteries must be in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations. All containers shall be visibly labeled before any batteries are placed into the containers. Battery containers must be properly labeled and sorted by type. Large-vented batteries (lead acid, vented NiCad, etc.) which are palletized shall have a heavy cardboard or non conductive divider between the battery terminals if stacked on the pallet. Batteries must be securely packaged on the pallet in a way which prevents shifting during transportation. BULB PACKING All bulbs shall be packaged for transportation in a manner which prevents breaking and or damage. Lamps are to be shipped in original container or equal. Boxes and drums are available for purchase or rental. Containers shall be labeled Universal Waste prior to any bulbs being placed back into the container. Boxes of lamps can be placed on the same pallets that the originals came on.� If they are unavailable, attach two pallets together to accommodate the eight-foot lamps. Shrink-wrap the pallets for transport Pack the boxes full of lights, they travel better this way. Tape the end of the box when full. Remove the dividers from the box. Arrange the boxes neatly on the pallet. Keep lamps dry. SCRAP METAL/PALLETS The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision, and other items and services necessary to perform scrap metal and pallet recycling at SLVHCS. VA Warehouse personnel shall call the COR as needed for delivery of various size scrap metal containers including 10 cubic yards, 20 cubic yards, 30 cubic yards and/or 40 cubic yards. The contractor shall deliver and drop the container in an area designated by VA Warehouse personnel during normal business hours, between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Once called, the contractor will deliver the scrap metal container within 48 hours upon the telephone request (excluding weekends and holidays). Container requests may be issued for any combination of containers. Once the container is full or ready for pick up, VA Warehouse personnel shall notify COR via telephone. VA Warehouse personnel shall neatly stack all pallets in accordance with the contractor s specific guidance. The contractor shall pick up the materials and provide the COR a receipt. WASTE AUDIT: The Contractor shall provide to SLVHCS an annual waste stream survey of all sites to include a formal written report after completion, in which contractor specifically reviews the waste generation and waste flow within the facility to determine areas of opportunity for waste reduction and elimination. Once a clear reduction plan is approved, the Contractor and the VA will implement the program. Contractor and VA will develop internal relationships with generators and work with them to achieve the program's goals. Contractor and VA will train generators on the different types of waste in their area (infectious, noninfectious and recyclable) and where to properly dispose of it. The contractor shall monitor & track costs, waste generation by type and location, and training records for employees. All training records shall be sent electronically to the COR and COR designee. Contractor understands that they shall also be required to provide subsequent briefing and in-service training for SLVHCS. This training shall be conducted at no cost to the VA. Dates and times of training will be mutually agreed upon between the Contractor and the COR. The Contractor shall provide training for all sites as deemed necessary to include initial training for Environmental Management Service personnel on any new procedures relative to the handling/processing of regulated medical waste. This shall be scheduled (if necessary) by the COR after awarding of the contract. Cost for these services shall be provided at no additional cost to the VA and limited to once annually. The Contractor provides a monthly tracking reporting system that shall allow for SLVHCS to track all wastes from the point of generation as a means to identify waste poundage and classification. This report shall clearly demonstrate the facilities classification of waste ...
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