Biomedical Waste Removal Services for USMCFP Springfield, Missouri

Project ID: 15BGCS26Q00000020 FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	Field Acquisition Office
Deadline	06/15/26
Posted	06/12/26
Estimated Value	$250,000 - $900,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	SBA
NAICS	562112 - Hazardous Waste Collection
PSC	S205 - Housekeeping- Trash/Garbage Collection
Location	Springfield, MO 65807 United States

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Summary

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12, as supplemented with additional information contained in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate solicitation document will not be issued. The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), Field Acquisition Office (FAO), intends to award a single-award indefinite delivery / requirements contract with firm-fixed unit pricing for Biomedical Waste Removal Services at the United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners (USMCFP) located in Springfield, Missouri. This acquisition is being conducted as a total small business set-aside under the authority of FAR Part 19. The applicable North American Industrial Classification (NAICS) code is 562112, Hazardous Waste Collection, and the associated small business size standard applies. The anticipated contract term consists of one 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods to be exercised at the discretion of the Government. The solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and will be posted on SAM.gov. An award will be given to the quoter whose quotation represents the best value to the Government considering price and past performance factors identified in the solicitation. The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, transportation, labor, supervision, and materials necessary to perform biomedical waste removal services in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW). Estimated quantities include, but are not limited to:

Biomedical Waste Removal Services

165,000 pounds - Pharmaceutical Waste (less than 2.2 pounds): 12 months - Pharmaceutical Waste Containers in Excess of Six (6) Containers (less than 2.2 pounds): 1 each

Pharmaceutical Waste Disposal Stop/Pickup

1 each - Trace Chemotherapy Waste Removal (less than 12 bags per year): 1,000 pounds The solicitation RFQ package, including the Statement of Work, pricing schedule, provisions, and clauses, will be available through SAM.gov. Interested vendors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for amendments and additional information related to this solicitation. The solicitation incorporates applicable provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at Acquisition.gov. In accordance to FAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management (SAM), quoters must be actively registered in the SAM at the time of quotation submission and prior to award. Quoters shall provide their Unique Entity Identification (UEI) with their quotation. Registration information can be found at: Sam.gov. Vendors seeking assistance with SAM registration or federal contracting opportunities may contact their local APEX Accelerator. Additional information is available at: Apexaccelerators.us Contractors must comply with FAR 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify), by enrolling in the E-Verify program within 30 days of contract award and initiating employee verification within 90 days of enrollment. Quotations shall be submitted in accordance with the Quotation Submission Instructions contained in Section L of the solicitation. Completed quotations, including Standard Form (SF) 1449 and all required supporting documentation, shall be submitted via email to LaQueta Wheeler at LLWheeler@bop.gov no later than the date and time in Block 8 of the SF-1449. Questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted in writing via email no later than June 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. Section L of the solicitation provides quotation preparation instructions, evaluation factors, and award methodology, including any required supporting documentation.

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Summary: Background The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), Field Acquisition Office (FAO), is issuing this solicitation for Biomedical Waste Removal Services at the United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners (USMCFP) located in Springfield, Missouri. The goal of this contract is to ensure the safe and compliant disposal of biomedical waste, trace chemotherapy waste, and pharmaceutical hazardous waste in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for the following tasks: 1. Proper removal and disposal of biomedical waste, trace chemotherapy waste, pharmaceutical hazardous waste, and pharmaceutical waste material. 2. Perform thermal destruction of waste at approved incineration facilities as required by regulations. 3. Provide all approved containers except sharps containers, which are supplied by USMCFP. Containers must be red reusable plastic tubs with lids not exceeding dimensions of 24 x 24 x 24 inches. 4. Conduct three pickups each week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays during specified time slots. No pickups will occur on federal holidays unless rescheduled. 5. Maintain compliance with all applicable laws and obtain necessary licenses and permits for handling and disposal of biomedical waste. Period of Performance The contract will have a base period of performance lasting 12 months from the effective date of award, with four optional extension periods of 12 months each. Place of Performance USMCFP Springfield, 1900 West Sunshine Street, Springfield, Missouri 65807. Bidder Requirements Bidders must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding biomedical waste disposal. They must maintain necessary insurance coverage including Workers’ Compensation insurance as required by law; Employer’s Liability insurance with limits not less than $100,000; Commercial General Liability insurance with limits not less than $500,000; and Automobile Liability insurance with limits not less than $500,000. Additionally, contractors must pass security clearance checks before being allowed access to the facility. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent, with Stericycle listed on multiple prior BOP/USMCFP biomedical waste removal awards (15B41426P00000166, $16,000; 15B41426P00000049, $4,000; and 15B41425P00000186, $2,638). The prior work descriptions reference Stericycle “MED WASTE” pickups for FY25/FY26 periods at the same medical center, which aligns with the current requirement for recurring biomedical waste removal and disposal (including trace chemotherapy/pharmaceutical hazardous waste) under a similar regulatory compliance framework.

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