Solid Waste Removal Services

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS Reference ID: 75H71326Q00069 DESCRIPTION Title: Yakama Service Unit, Solid Waste Removal Service – Yakama Indian Health Center (YIHC) ************************************************************************************* This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. SOLICITATION INFORMATION Solicitation Number: 75H71326Q00069 Solicitation Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Commercial Items (Services/Supplies) Issue Date: July 21, 2026 Response Deadline: July 27, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Time This requirement is for one (1) Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order for solid waste removal services, Base Year plus four option years, for the Yakama Indian Health Clinic. This service is to ensure safety and compliance for related patient care services and in support of ongoing clinical operations within the Service Unit. Attachment No. 1 – Performance Work Statement Attachment No. 2 – Pricing Schedule Attachment No. 3 – Wage Determination Solid Waste Removal Services Yakama Indian Health Center (YIHC) 1.0 Objective The purpose of this Performance Work Statement (PWS) is to obtain solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling services for the Yakama Indian Health Center (YIHC) and Annex facility located in Toppenish, Washington. The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, vehicles, containers, supervision, transportation, and materials necessary to perform the required services. 2.0 Background The Yakama Indian Health Center is an Indian Health Service (IHS) operated outpatient healthcare facility serving the Yakama Nation and other eligible American Indian and Alaska Native beneficiaries. The facility provides medical, dental, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, and community health services. Routine waste removal services are required to maintain a clean, safe, and environmentally compliant healthcare environment that supports uninterrupted clinical operations. 3.0 Scope of Work The Contractor shall furnish solid waste collection and recycling services, including the rental, servicing, collection, transportation, and lawful disposal of solid waste and recyclable materials generated at Government facilities. Services shall include weekly collection of all designated containers and disposal of waste in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, Tribal, and local environmental regulations. The Government may request additional non-recurring waste collection services for construction debris or similar materials on an as-needed basis. 4.0 Performance Requirements The Contractor shall: • Provide all waste and recycling containers identified in this PWS. • Empty all containers once each week unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). • Transport and dispose of all waste at authorized disposal facilities. • Coordinate pickups with YIHC Maintenance personnel. • Maintain containers in clean, safe, and serviceable condition. • Replace damaged containers at no additional cost unless damage is caused by Government negligence. • Provide monthly invoices identifying services performed and estimated waste volumes collected. 5.0 Service Locations Yakama Indian Health Center 401 Buster Road Toppenish, WA 98948 Required Container: • One (1) 30-Cubic Yard Solid Waste Roll-Off Container • One (1) 3-Cubic Yard Recycling Container Yakama Annex 341 Fort Road Toppenish, WA 98948 Required Container: • One (1) 2-Cubic Yard Solid Waste Container 6.0 Performance Standards Performance Objective Performance Standard Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) Surveillance Method Weekly Waste Collection All scheduled collections completed on scheduled day 100% COR Observation Container Condition Containers remain clean and operational 100% Visual Inspection Missed Pickups Missed collections corrected within one business day after notification 100% COR Verification Disposal Compliance Waste disposed of in accordance with applicable regulations 100% Documentation Review Invoice Accuracy Monthly invoices accurately reflect services provided 100% Invoice Review 7.0 Contractor Responsibilities The Contractor shall: • Furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, vehicles, fuel, tools, and supplies required to perform the work. • Comply with all applicable Federal, State, Tribal, and local laws and regulations, with disposal at an approved EPA location. • Ensure personnel conduct themselves professionally while on Government property. • Coordinate service interruptions or schedule changes with the COR. • Immediately report any spills, accidents, or property damage occurring during performance. 8.0 Government Responsibilities The Government shall: • Provide reasonable access to collection areas. • Designate a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). • Notify the Contractor of schedule changes or additional service requirements. • Review contractor performance and approve invoices. 9.0 Security Requirements Contractor personnel will require intermittent access to Government facilities solely for performance of this contract. • Contractor personnel shall be escorted while on site when required. • Contractor personnel shall not access Government computer systems or sensitive information. • No background investigation is required. 10.0 Government-Furnished Property No Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) or Government-Furnished Information (GFI) will be provided under this contract. 11.0 Safety and Environmental Requirements The Contractor shall comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Washington State, Tribal, and local requirements governing waste handling, transportation, and disposal. 12.0 Place of Performance Yakama Indian Health Center 401 Buster Road Toppenish, WA 98948 Yakama Annex 341 Fort Road Toppenish, WA 98948 13.0 Period of Performance Base Period August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027 Option Year 1 August 1, 2027 – July 31, 2028 Option Year 2 August 1, 2028 – July 31, 2029 Option Year 3 August 1, 2029 – July 31, 2030 Option Year 4 August 1, 2030 – July 31, 2031 14.0 Deliverables (see attachment no. 4 – tables) Deliverable Frequency Weekly waste collection Weekly Recycling collection Weekly Additional debris collection As Requested Monthly invoice with waste estimates Monthly Service coordination with COR As Required 16.0 Confidentiality Although contractor personnel are not expected to access Protected Health Information (PHI), they shall comply with all applicable HIPAA, Privacy Act, and Indian Health Service confidentiality requirements while performing work on Government property. 17.0 Quality Assurance Surveillance The Government will monitor contractor performance through: • Visual inspection of completed services • Review of contractor invoices • Customer complaints • Documentation review • Periodic performance evaluations Failure to meet performance standards may result in corrective action requests and other remedies available under the contract. APPLICABLE PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 dated March 13, 2026. 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial applies to this acquisition. 52.212-2 Evaluation—Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Items applies. CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE FAR 52.252-2 Full text available at http://www.acquisition.gov 52.202-1 Definitions (Jun 2020) 52.204-7 System for Award Management (Oct 2018) 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (Jan 2011) 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items (Mar 2026) 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999) 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (Mar 2000) 52.222-3 Convict Labor (Jun 2003) 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (Sep 2016) 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Veterans (Jun 2020) 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (Jun 2020) 52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (Jul 2026) 52.223-6 Drug-Free Workplace (May 2001) 52.224-1 Privacy Act Notification (Apr 1984) 52.224-2 Privacy Act (Apr 1984) 52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (May 2024) 52.229-3 Federal, State, and Local Taxes (Feb 2013) 52.229-4 Federal, State, and Local Taxes (State and Local Adjustments) (Feb 2013) 52.232-1 Payments (Apr 1984) 52.232-8 Discounts for Prompt Payment (Feb 2002) 52.232-17 Interest (May 2014) 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System for Award Management (Oct 2018) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (Mar 2023) 52.233-1 Disputes (May 2014) 52.233-3 Protest After Award (Aug 1996) 52.237-3 Continuity of Services (Jan 1991) 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (Apr 1984) DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ACQUISITION REGULATIONS (HHASR) CLAUSES 352.203-70 Anti-Lobbying (Dec 2015) 352.222-70 Contract Cooperation In Equal Opportunity Investigations (Dec 2015) 352.223-70 Safety And Health (Dec 2015) 352.224-70 Privacy Act (Dec 2015) 352.224-71 Confidential Information (Dec 2015) 352.226-1 Indian Preference (Dec 2015) 352.232-71 Electronic submission of payment request 352-237-70 Pro-Children Act (Dec 2015) 352.237-71 Crime Contract Act – Reporting Of Child Abuse (Dec 2015) 352.237-72 Crime Control Act – Requirement For Background Checks (Dec 2015) 352-237-73 Indian Child Protection And Family Violence Act (Dec 2015) 352-237-74 Non-Discrimination In Service Delivery (Dec 2015) 352.237-75 Key Personnel (Dec 2015) 352.239-74 Electronic And Information Technology Accessibility (Dec 2015) SET-ASIDE AND NAICS INFORMATION Set-Aside: No Set-Aside NAICS Code: NAICS 562111 – Solid Waste Collection Size Standard: $47.0 Million cap INSTRUCTIONS TO RESPONDENTS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA Submission of Quotes Quotes shall be submitted electronically via email to [email protected]. The subject line shall include the solicitation number 75H71326Q00069 and the Offeror’s entity name. Quotes shall include: • Completed price quote (CLIN Schedule) • Technical submission addressing demonstrated prior experience • Past Performance • Completed IEE Form (if applicable) Questions Questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted in writing via email to [email protected] no later than four (4) business days prior to the closing date. The subject line shall include the solicitation number 75H71326Q00069.