R602--CBOC Daily Medical Courier Services

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for other than full and open competition, specifically referencing FAR 6.302-1, "Only one responsible source (except brand name)." It details the award of contract 36C25926P0318 to KANGAROO PICK-UP AND DELIVERY SERVICE, INC. for CBOC Daily Medical Courier Services.

This document explains the rationale behind awarding the contract without a full and open competition. Bidders interested in understanding why this specific contractor was selected or the circumstances surrounding the award may find this document relevant. It confirms the award was made on March 6, 2026, with an award amount of $280,851.24 to KANGAROO PICK-UP AND DELIVERY SERVICE, INC. (UEI: PJYHFKK41W47) located in Holladay, UT.

Justification for Single Source Award

This document justifies a single-source award for medical laboratory courier services for the VA Western Colorado HCS (WCHCS). The services are required for daily pickups from VA Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Craig, Glenwood Springs, Montrose, CO, and Moab, UT, and delivery to the VA WCHCS for laboratory specimens and potentially bio-hazardous medical materials.

• Daily medical laboratory courier services.

• Pick-up from VA CBOCs and delivery to VA WCHCS.

• Handling of laboratory specimens and potentially bio-hazardous medical materials in VA-provided containers.

• Contract Type: Base + 4 Option Years (OYs).

• Period of Performance: Approximately March 7, 2026, to March 6, 2031.

• Estimated Total Contract Value (including options): $280,851.24 (based on Kangaroo Pick-Up and Delivery Service, Inc.'s quote).

• Includes FAR 52.217-8 – Option to Extend Services.

This document is a justification for a sole-source award, not a solicitation for proposals. Market research was conducted, including a search of SBA databases and a previous sources sought notice. A prior SDVOSB set-aside solicitation resulted in no price-reasonable quotes. A subsequent SB set-aside solicitation also resulted in only one price-reasonable quote from the incumbent, Kangaroo Pick-Up and Delivery Service, Inc.

• Initially, a SDVOSB total set-aside was attempted but failed due to lack of price reasonableness.

• Subsequently, an SB total set-aside was conducted.

• The final determination was to award a sole-source contract to Kangaroo Pick-Up and Delivery Service, Inc. due to their demonstrated ability to meet the requirement and provide price reasonableness.

• The remote locations of the CBOCs and the need for existing courier operations in the area were key factors in the justification for a sole-source award.

• Kangaroo Pick-Up and Delivery Service, Inc. is the incumbent vendor.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Notice of Intent to award a Firm Fixed Price contract as a sole source procurement for daily (Monday-Friday, excluding Federal holidays) Medical Laboratory Courier Services. The services are required for the VA Western Colorado Health Care System (WCHCS) in Grand Junction, and VA Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Craig, Glenwood Springs, Montrose (CO), and Moab (UT).

• Daily pickup and delivery of medical laboratory specimens and materials between specified VA facilities.

• Transportation of samples that may include dry ice, frozen packs, and biohazard specimens, packaged according to DOT/OSHA standards.

• Collection of empty laboratory containers from VA WCHCS and delivery of new containers to CBOCs the next business day while picking up sealed specimen containers.

• Contractor must be licensed for interstate transport of bio-hazardous medical specimens and materials.

• Minimum $1,000,000 Commercial General Liability insurance.

• Vehicles must meet state and local laws for medical laboratory courier services and be equipped with a bio-hazard spill kit.

• Vehicles must have adequate cargo space for laboratory containers (approx. 2' L x 2' W x 2' H).

• Courier drivers must have a professional appearance, valid driver's license, and carry identification.

• Drivers must not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs and must follow traffic regulations.

• Drivers must complete a specimen log and have a means for two-way communication.

• Drivers must be trained and experienced in handling Category A and B infectious substances (49 CFR Part 172, Subpart H) and HIPAA compliant.

• Maintain proper temperature in vehicles to preserve medical supplies and specimens.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Base plus four Option Years.

• This is a sole source procurement intended for Kangaroo Pick-Up and Delivery Service, Inc.

• This notice is NOT a request for competitive quotes.

• Interested parties must identify their interest and capability by 4:00 PM Mountain Time on February 26, 2026.

• Responses must demonstrate capability to meet government needs and price reasonableness.

• Include relevant information (specifications, capability statement, existing courier routes) confirming ability to provide price-reasonable services.

• Responses should be sent to John.Cheng2@va.gov.

• The determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.

• Intended for award to a Small Business.

• Sole source procurement for Kangaroo Pick-Up and Delivery Service, Inc.

• NAICS Code: 492210 (Courier Services, Except Postal Service).

• Business Size Standard: $34 Million.

• Service Contract Act (SCA) applies; Wage Determination is attached.

• Previous solicitations (36C25925Q0760 and 36C25925Q0790) received multiple quotes, but only Kangaroo Pick-Up and Delivery Service, Inc.'s was deemed fair and reasonable.