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This is NOT a solicitation or request for quote (RFQ). This is NOT a request for proposal (RFP). This is NOT a job advertisement for hiring employees. The VA is seeking QUALIFIED VENDORS to provide a ... This is NOT a solicitation or request for quote (RFQ). This is NOT a request for proposal (RFP). This is NOT a job advertisement for hiring employees. The VA is seeking QUALIFIED VENDORS to provide a very brief response to this notice including only just what is asked for in this notice below. This is sources sought notice to industry and the only information is posted on Contract Opportunities web page at https://BETA.sam.gov/. Sources sought means seeking qualified vendors. The attachments included on the Contract Opportunities page do not include any additional information. If your company is interested please read this notice entirely and submit the required information, as requested herein. VA is seeking qualified vendors who have interest and capability of performing Lab and Facility Courier Services in Wyoming for Sheridan VA Health Care System. Locations include Sheridan, Afton, Casper, Evanston, Gillette, Riverton, Rock Springs, Worland and Cody. The lab and facility courier services include transporting lab specimens/boxes, logistics items (mail bags, medical, general and office supplies), laundry (soiled and clean), heavy items up to but not exceeding 35 pounds, small equipment, medications, prosthetics items (patient specific items and clinic stock), respiratory therapy items (patient specific items and clinic stock), audiology items (boxed hearing aids) and IT related items (cords, accessory items, not computers). A qualified vendor is one who has recent experience of a similar size, scope and complexity. Qualified vendors are also able to maintain proper temperature in vehicles to preserve medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, specimens and other items potentially damaged by extreme temperatures. Insulated transport containers will be provided by Sheridan VAHCS for pickup/delivery of specimens. Sheridan VAHCS shall furnish all types of puncture-proof containers (coolers) that are labeled diagnostic specimens for test specimens. All vehicles used for courier services shall have heating and air conditioning to maintain a temperature between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit. The containers are engineered for safe storage within a room temperature condition for a short period of time. Vehicles shall not be left in extreme heat or cold while specimens, pharmaceuticals, and films/disks are being transported. Damages that occur due to improper temperature controls will be levied against the Contractor. Qualified vendors are also able to maintain Motor Carrier Permit, hazardous material license number, certificate of training of couriers (employers), State of Wyoming driver s licenses, vehicle insurance, and registration. Qualified vendors are also able to maintain drivers who maintain a valid driver s license for the type of vehicle operated as required by the State of Wyoming and who have character and physical capabilities to perform courier duties. This service has previously been performed on contract ID 36C25920P0237. Details of this are available to the public by searching the contract ID on FPDS.gov or USAspending.gov. A qualified source has recent experience (within past 3 years) of performing services of a comparable size, scope and complexity, as well as current and valid registration in System for Award Management (SAM), https://www.sam.gov) [continued next page] Qualified and interested vendors must complete the following information and email to VA Contracting Officer, Monica Gary, at monica.gary@va.gov A word version of this form is available on the Sources Sought Notice page on Contract Opportunities (BETA.SAM.gov). In your reply, please provide the following: Reference the FBO Sources Sought Notice number in all communication: 36C25921Q0112 Company Name and POC Details: _____________________ Company DUNS number: _______________ Company Size, as it relates to NAICS code 492110 Courier and Express Delivery Services (1,500 employees): Small Business / Other than Small Business (select one) Company would use a subcontractor to perform services: YES, we would use a SUB / NO, we would be the PRIMARY (select one) Company s Recent Experience of Similar Size, Scope and Complexity to what is described in the notice. This can be US Federal contracted experience or experience performing services in the commercial sector. Provide reference details. __________________________________________________ Only written responses, to items 1 through 6 above, will be accepted at this stage. Do not submit additional documentation or attachments outside these requirements unless your company POC receives a direct request in writing by the Contract Specialist. Information is being gathered for market research purposes only. Industry exchanges are at the discretion of the Contract Specialist. This is not a request for quotes. DISCLAIMER: This is a Request for Information (RFI) from industry in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15.201(e) and on the requirement, that exists for the VA Medical Center(s) identified in this RFI. This is not a request for quote and not a contract. This announcement is not a request for proposals; therefore, responses to the RFI are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. No classified information should be included in the RFI response. Should you have concerns regarding this RFI you may request to contact the Contracting Office that will be assigned this requirement by emailing the sender of this RFI. Questions must be addressed in writing to the Contract Specialist. Requests for VA-business sensitive information, to include VA budget information, VA acquisition planning information, acquisition methods, strategies and set-asides must be addressed via the VA FOIA process: https://www.va.gov/foia/ Thank you for your interest in doing business with the VA. 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