V225--Non-Emergent Ground Ambulance CON120 Southern Arizona VA Health Care System

The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System requires non-emergent ground ambulance services, including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), Specialty Care Transport (SCT), and Critical Care Transport (CCT). The contractor must provide all necessary vehicles, personnel, management, supplies, equipment, and reporting for these services. The services must be available 24/7, including weekends and holidays. • The contractor must comply with VA standards and regulations for EMT certifications and training. • The contractor is allowed to subcontract, but all subcontractors must comply with VA requirements. • The contractor may request an amendment to the Statement of Work (SOW) if Arizona introduces controlled CCT rates during the contract period. • The contractor must ensure that all drivers maintain valid and current licenses throughout the contract period. • The contractor may limit patient luggage based on space availability and safety considerations, but must clearly communicate these limitations to patients and include guidelines in their Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).