V129--Autopsy Transportation for VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 4 is soliciting proposals for Autopsy Transportation Services for the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. This requirement is for a Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due Monday, June 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The awarded contractor will provide transportation services for deceased patients from the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System's University Drive or H J Heinz campuses to either the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) or The Allegheny County Coroner's Office. Key requirements include:
- Compliance with 49 Pa. Code § 13.213 for transport.
- Use of stretchers or containers designed for human remains, ensuring the body is placed horizontally, face up, and fully covered.
- Transport includes associated documentation such as death certificates and a US Flag.
- A mandatory response time of 60 minutes from notification to arrival at the pickup location.
- Includes 30 minutes of wait time at both pickup and delivery locations; additional wait time requires prior approval and may be charged.
- Contractors must complete required training in the VA’s TMS system.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Single award, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).
- Period of Performance: A 5-year ordering period, anticipated from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031.
- Estimated Value: Up to $19 Million.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 485991 (Special Needs Transportation) with a size standard of $19 Million.
- Place of Performance: Pittsburgh, PA.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to Cynthia.Laemmerhirt@va.gov.
- Proposal Deadline: Monday, June 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
- Offer Structure: Proposals must include Part I - Price Quotation (SF 1449, Price Schedule) and Part II - Past Performance Information (limited to 4 pages per contract).
- Evaluation Factors: Past Performance and Price. Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal is most advantageous to the Government, with an emphasis on price reasonableness.
- Questions Deadline: All questions must be submitted in writing to Cynthia.Laemmerhirt@va.gov no later than Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Important Notes
- Wage Determination: Bidders must consider the provided Wage Determination (WD 2015-4235_Rev 33) for Allegheny County, PA, which specifies minimum wage rates and fringe benefits (e.g., $5.55/hour Health & Welfare) under the Service Contract Act.
- Rules of Behavior: Contractors accessing VA information systems will be required to comply with the