Q201--ELP Home Oxygen Service Contract 8-Month Bridge Contract

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0003) to Solicitation 36C25726Q0488 publishes questions submitted by vendors and the answers provided by the program office. It includes an attached SF30 amendment document containing these questions and answers, as well as a revised Price/Cost Schedule.

• Questions and Answers (provided in attached SF30 document)
• Price/Cost Schedule (revised)

Bidders should review the attached SF30 document for updated information regarding vendor questions and answers, and the revised Price/Cost Schedule. The amendment does not explicitly state changes to the response date/time, which remains 06-16-2026 10:00 CENTRAL TIME, CHICAGO, USA.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0003) to solicitation 36C25726Q0488 serves to:

• Provide answers to vendor questions submitted.

• Include a consolidated list of follow-up questions and their answers.

• Provide a revised Price/Cost Schedule.

• The document includes clarifications and revisions to various line items within the Price/Cost Schedule, specifically addressing questions related to oxygen concentrators, cylinders, nebulizers, and travel tanks.

• The deadline for proposal submission has been extended.

• The deadline for receipt of offers is extended to June 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to jennifer.stringer@va.gov.

• Bidders are instructed to acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to solicitation 36C25726Q0488 serves to provide answers to vendor questions, and includes revised documents:

• Consolidated Questions document with answers

• Revised Price/Cost Schedule

• Revised Statement of Work (SOW)

• Revised Instructions to Offerors

• The SOW, Price/Cost Schedule, and Instructions to Offerors have been revised.

• Specific questions addressed include clarifications on patient volume estimates, home evaluations, service areas, equipment requirements, billing procedures, and more.

• The deadline for receipt of offers has been extended to June 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.

• Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• Technical questions were accepted until May 15, 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for Home Oxygen services for the El Paso VA Health Care System (EPVAHCS), including AVAHCS, WTVAHCS, and EPVAHCS. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type.

• Setup, installation, and management of Home Oxygen and/or Ventilation services.

• Provision of equipment, supplies, and incidental services.

• Home visits for setup, ongoing services, and periodic evaluations.

• Emergency services available 24/7.

• Patient and caregiver education on equipment use and safety.

• Specific equipment requirements include oxygen concentrators (5 LPM and 10 LPM), pneumatic and battery-powered oxygen conserving devices, liquid oxygen systems, oxygen cylinders, and ventilators.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: 8/7/2023 - 1/30/2024.

• Estimated value is not explicitly stated, but maximum contract value per region is $100,000,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: 04-28-2022.

• Proposal submission instructions are detailed within the solicitation, including FAR clauses.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in this excerpt.

• The acquisition is listed as "UNRESTRICTED OR SET ASIDE:" with no specific set-aside indicated in the provided fields.

• NAICS Code: 339112

• Size Standard: 1000 Employees

• The document includes detailed service specifications, equipment requirements, and contract clauses.

• The solicitation references multiple attachments and exhibits, including a Statement of Work (SOW).

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to Solicitation 36C25726Q0488 addresses vendor questions and includes revisions to key documents:

• Publishes vendor-submitted questions and answers.

• Includes a revised Price/Cost Schedule.

• Includes a revised Statement of Work (SOW).

• Includes revised Instructions to Offerors.

• Price/Cost Schedule

• Statement of Work (SOW)

• Instructions to Offerors

This amendment may impact proposal preparation due to the revised Price/Cost Schedule, SOW, and Instructions to Offerors. Bidders should carefully review these updated documents. The original solicitation is 36C25726Q0488. A previous contract for this requirement was 36C25723D0059.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the setup, installation, and management of Home Oxygen and Ventilation services for Veteran beneficiaries serviced by VISN 17, specifically for the El Paso VA Health Care System (EPVAHCS). The contract will be a firm-fixed-price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type.

• Provision of home oxygen and ventilation services, including equipment, supplies, and related services.

• Initial setup of equipment, including ventilators (two per patient when prescribed).

• Ongoing services including monthly home visits for ventilator patients and quarterly visits for oxygen patients.

• Patient and caregiver education on equipment usage, safety, and emergency procedures.

• Emergency services available 24/7 with a one-hour response time.

• Preventive maintenance and repair/maintenance of all equipment.

• Compliance with Joint Commission standards and other applicable regulations.

• Specific requirements for oxygen concentrators, conserving devices, liquid oxygen systems, cylinders, and ventilators.

• Supplies include oxygen cannulas, tubing, masks, humidifiers, and other related items.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity.

• Period of Performance: Base period from July 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027.

• Solicitation Issue Date: May 5, 2026.

• Offer Due Date: May 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.

• Technical questions due by May 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.

• Proposals to be submitted via email to Jennifer Stringer (jennifer.stringer@va.gov) and cc David Luttrell (david.luttrell@va.gov).

• Evaluation will be based on a comparative analysis of past performance, technical capability, and price to determine the best value.

• This acquisition is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov for NAICS 621610 and as an SDVOSB in SBA.gov.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and VAAR clauses covering various aspects of the contract, including insurance, ordering limitations, electronic payments, and security requirements.

• Specific details on equipment specifications, service requirements, and reporting are provided throughout the document.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 36C25726Q0488 revises the original RFQ by replacing the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and the Price/Cost Schedule. A new SF1449 document, titled "S02_36C25726Q0488_Revised 5.4.26", has been attached and should be reviewed.

• Performance Work Statement (PWS)

• Price/Cost Schedule

• Solicitation document (SF1449)

• The deadline for questions has been extended to May 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.

• The deadline for offers (quotes) has been extended to May 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Instructions for acknowledgment and submission of offers are detailed in the revised SF1449.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for an 8-month bridge contract for Home Oxygen Services for the El Paso VA Healthcare System (VAHCS). The contract is a Total Small, Disadvantaged, Women-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set Aside.

• Provision of Home Oxygen Services.

• The solicitation includes a revised Statement of Work (SOW) and Price/Cost Schedule.

• Wage Determinations are provided for all counties served by the El Paso VAHCS for Home Oxygen services.

• Contract Type: Bridge Contract

• Period of Performance: 8 months

• Place of Performance: El Paso VA Healthcare System, Prosthetics Services, 5001 North Piedras Street, El Paso, Texas 79930, USA.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 05-29-2026 10:00 CENTRAL TIME, CHICAGO, USA.

• Instructions for submitting quotes and the due date for questions are detailed in the "Instructions to Offerors" within the SF1449 document.

• Total SDVOSB Set Aside.

• This is an amendment (RFQ Amendment 36C25726Q0488 0001) to the original solicitation.

• Key documents attached include: RFQ Amendment, Revised SOW (S02_36C25726Q0488_revised_5.4.26), SF1449 with new SOW and Price/Cost Schedule, and multiple Wage Determinations for various counties.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5269, Revision 31) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in the state of Texas, specifically for counties including Andrews, Bailey, Borden, Briscoe, Castro, Childress, Collingsworth, and many others.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.
• Occupational Listings: The document provides a detailed list of occupations, each with a corresponding code, title, and minimum hourly wage rate. Occupations range from administrative and clerical roles to health, technical, and maintenance positions.
• Fringe Benefits: Required fringe benefits are listed separately and apply to all listed occupations.
• Executive Orders: The document references Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining contractor obligations for providing paid sick leave and minimum wage rates.
• Conformance Process: It details the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed in the determination.
• Uniform Allowance: Guidelines are provided regarding contractor responsibilities for furnishing and maintaining uniforms.

This wage determination is crucial for bidders to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals on Service Contract Act-covered contracts. Understanding the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for all potential job classifications is essential for ensuring compliance and submitting competitive bids.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for an 8-month bridge contract to establish Home Oxygen Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) services for the El Paso VA Healthcare System (EPVAHCS) and its supported clinics. The contract aims to provide a comprehensive home oxygen program, including all necessary non-personal services, equipment, supplies, and personnel for eligible Veterans in the VISN 17 area.

• Provision of comprehensive Home Oxygen services.

• Services include setup, installation, and management of Home Oxygen and/or Ventilation services.

• Services are required for patients treated at the main VA Medical Center, Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs), and Outpatient Clinics (OCs) within the EPVAHCS jurisdiction.

• Geographic areas include specific counties in Texas (Culberson, El Paso, Hudspeth, Reeves) and New Mexico (Dona Ana, Eddy, Grant, Lincoln, Luna, Otero, Sierra).

• Contractor must provide a technical proposal including a transition plan for incumbent vendor equipment.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

• Period of Performance: 8 months (July 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027)

• Estimated patient volume: Approximately 980 oxygen-using patients and 70 ventilator patients.

• Quotes are due by May 26, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time, Chicago, USA.

• Proposals must be emailed to Jennifer Stringer (jennifer.stringer@va.gov) and cc David Luttrell (david.luttrell@va.gov).

• Technical questions are due by May 12, 2026, 1:00 PM CST via email.

• Evaluation will be based on a competitive comparative analysis of past performance, technical capability, and price to determine the best value.

• Offerors must submit signed SF1449 and all amendments, the Price Schedule, and highlighted Provisions.

• A technical proposal including a transition plan is required.

• Three references (at least two government contracts) for similar requirements are needed.

• This solicitation is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• Vendors must be registered for NAICS code 621610 in SAM.gov and registered as an SDVOSB in SBA.gov.

• The attached SF1449 RFQ Solicitation contains further details.

• Various Wage Determinations are attached for specific counties.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various categories of service employees working on contracts in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. This is Revision No. 28, with the last revision date of March 30, 2026.

This document lists numerous occupational classifications and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates. It also specifies required fringe benefits, including:

• Health & Welfare: $5.55 per hour (or $222.00 per week / $962.00 per month).
• Health & Welfare (EO 13706): $5.09 per hour (or $203.60 per week / $882.27 per month) for contracts covered by Executive Order 13706.
• Vacation: Accrues based on years of service (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years).
• Holidays: A minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.

This document does not specify contract type, period of performance, or estimated value, as it is a general wage determination applicable to various contracts.

Not applicable to this document type.

This document applies to service contracts and outlines wage and benefit requirements for employees. It also notes specific conditions for computer employees and hazardous pay differentials.

• Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (minimum wage) requirements are detailed.
• A "Conformance Process" is outlined for situations where a contractor needs to classify employees not listed in this wage determination.
• The Service Contract Act Directory of Occupations is referenced for job descriptions.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination (WD 2015-5461, Revision 30) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work under the Service Contract Act in the New Mexico counties of Grant, Hidalgo, Luna, and Sierra.

This document lists specific minimum hourly wage rates for a wide range of occupations, categorized by general areas such as Administrative Support, Automotive, Food Preparation, Health Occupations, Information Technology, and Mechanics. It also specifies required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare and Vacation/Holiday pay.

This is a wage determination, not a solicitation. It provides the baseline labor standards that must be incorporated into covered contracts.

Not applicable, as this is a wage determination document.

Not applicable.

• Executive Orders: The document notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage adjustments).
• Footnotes: Certain occupations have numbered footnotes, particularly "COMPUTER EMPLOYEES" and "AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS AND WEATHER OBSERVERS," which provide specific conditions or exclusions.
• Hazardous Pay: A differential is applicable for positions involving ordnance and explosives.
• Uniform Allowance: Requirements for contractor provision or reimbursement for uniforms are detailed.
• Conformance Process: Instructions are provided for contractors needing to establish wage rates for occupations not listed in this determination.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Home Oxygen Services for the El Paso Texas Veterans Healthcare System. It is an 8-month bridge contract to allow time to establish a larger contract vehicle. The vendor will provide Home Oxygen Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) services.

• Provide comprehensive Home Oxygen program services, including non-personal services, personnel, equipment, tools, supplies, vehicles, training, reports, and facilities.

• Services are for eligible patients (Veterans) of the VISN 17 area, specifically the El Paso Veterans Healthcare System (EPVAHCS).

• Services include setup, installation, and management of Home Oxygen and/or Ventilation services to patients at the main VA Medical Center and all Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) and Outpatient Clinics (OCs) supported by the EPVAHCS.

• Provide disposable oxygen cannulas, masks, tubing, humidifiers, water traps, and safety holders as needed.

• Provide a non-electrical backup system for oxygen concentrator failures.

• Offer a toll-free emergency response system available 24/7.

• Provide patient education materials and warning information.

• Maintain a current plan for infection control.

• Perform home and environment assessments.

• Provide specific equipment as detailed in the Price/Cost Schedule (e.g., concentrators, conserving devices, liquid oxygen systems, ventilators, portable concentrators).

• Contract Period: Option 3, with a Period of Performance from July 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027.

• Type of Contract: Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity.

• Estimated number of Veterans: Approximately 980 oxygen-using patients and 70 ventilator patients.

• Technical Questions Due: May 12, 2026, by 1:00 PM CST.

• Quotes Due: May 26, 2026, by 1:00 PM CST.

• Submission Method: Email proposals to Jennifer Stringer (jennifer.stringer@va.gov) and cc David Luttrell (david.luttrell@va.gov).

• Evaluation: Competitive comparative analysis based on past performance, technical capability, and price to determine best value.

• This solicitation is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov for NAICS 621610 and registered as SDVOSB in SBA.gov.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and VAAR clauses and provisions covering contract administration, ordering, limitations, insurance, safety, reporting, and other requirements.

• Specific equipment specifications are detailed in Section B.3 Price/Cost Schedule.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5229, Revision 29) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work under the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area.

• Geographic Area: Texas Counties of El Paso and Hudspeth.
• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.
• Occupational Listings: The document provides a detailed list of occupations with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and, where applicable, footnotes indicating additional requirements.
• Fringe Benefits: Required fringe benefits are noted to follow the occupational listings.
• Executive Orders: Notes on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) are included, outlining contractor obligations and employee rights.
• Health & Welfare: Specific rates for Health & Welfare benefits are provided ($5.55 per hour or $5.09 per hour under EO 13706).
• Vacation & Holidays: Standard provisions for paid vacation (based on years of service) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays are outlined.
• Hazardous Pay: Differentials for hazardous duty (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard) are detailed.
• Uniform Allowance: Requirements for furnishing or reimbursing uniform costs are specified.
• Conformance Process: Instructions are provided for contractors needing to classify employees in occupations not explicitly listed in this determination.

This document does not contain submission or evaluation criteria for proposals. It serves as a mandatory baseline for wages and benefits for covered employees on contracts awarded within this geographic area.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It specifies the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in a specific geographic area (Texas Counties of Culberson).

This document is crucial for potential bidders on contracts covered by the Service Contract Act in the specified area. It outlines the legally mandated minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs in their proposals, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The document lists numerous occupations with their corresponding hourly rates and notes requirements for fringe benefits, health & welfare, paid sick leave (EO 13706), vacation, and holidays. It also details procedures for conforming unlisted classifications and wage rates.

Wage Determination

This document, Wage Determination No. 2015-5455, Revision No. 30, dated March 30, 2026, establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for the New Mexico Counties of Chaves, Eddy, Lincoln, and Otero.

• The document lists specific wage rates for a wide range of occupations, from administrative support and clerical roles to technical, health, and maintenance positions.

• It also outlines required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week) and paid sick leave provisions (EO 13706 rate of $5.09 per hour or $203.60 per week).

• Eleven paid holidays are mandated annually.

• Vacation time accrues based on years of service (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years).

• This document is not a solicitation and does not require proposal submissions.

• It serves as a baseline for wage and benefit requirements for contractors performing work under the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area.

• The document applies to all contractors subject to the Service Contract Act.

• It notes that certain computer employees may be exempt based on specific criteria.

• It also details requirements for conforming unlisted classifications and wage rates.

• Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage) are applicable under certain conditions.

• Hazardous pay differentials (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard) may apply to specific positions.

• Uniform allowance requirements are also detailed.