Solicitation 75H70726Q00044 Medical and Pharmaceutical Waste Collection and Disposal- The Jicarilla Service Unit

The Indian Health Service is seeking a contractor to provide medical and pharmaceutical waste collection and disposal services for the Jicarilla Service Unit in Dulce, New Mexico. The contractor will be responsible for collecting, transporting, and disposing of regulated medical waste, sharps waste, and pharmaceutical waste in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The contract will include a base period of 12 months and four option periods of 12 months each. The contractor must have the necessary licenses, permits, and certifications to handle and transport biohazardous and pharmaceutical waste. • The contractor will provide monthly pickup of regulated medical waste and sharps containers. • The contractor will provide as-needed pickup of pharmaceutical waste containers. • The contractor will supply and maintain containers for regulated medical waste and pharmaceutical waste. • The contractor will provide documentation, including waste tracking forms, manifests, and shipping and disposal certificates. • The contractor will maintain all required certifications and licenses throughout the contract period. • The contractor will provide annual on-site training to facility housekeeping staff and the Safety Officer on proper handling of biohazardous materials and Bloodborne Pathogen awareness.