The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a contractor to provide continuous propane services for the Peach Springs Health Center in Arizona, under a total small business set-aside. The contract requires maintaining an uninterrupted supply of propane to specified locations from July 18, 2026, to July 17, 2031, with a strict performance standard of zero service interruptions. Interested small businesses should note that this is a solicitation notice, indicating they will need to prepare a bid to compete for the contract.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
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Performance Work Statement
Propane Service
Peach Springs Health Center, Peach Springs, AZ 86434
1.0 Performance Objectives
The Contractor shall ensure the continuous and reliable supply of propane service to all designated
locations for the entire period of performance, utilizing their best commercial practices to meet or
exceed the performance standard listed in the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).
• Period of Performance: 7/18/2026 – 7/17/2031.
• Locations: Service is required for the following accounts:
Location Service Address Account Number
Main Clinic 943 Hualapai Way 46074237
Government Quarters 1 940 Hualapai Way 46074186
Government Quarters 2 938 Hualapai Way 46074186
2.0 Performance Standard
The critical performance standard for this objective is maintaining an uninterrupted supply of propane.
• Standard: Zero instances of service interruption or stock-outs (running empty) at any of the
specified facilities during the period of performance due to contractor action or inaction.
3.0 Contractor Flexibility
The Contractor is responsible for all logistics, inventory management, delivery scheduling, and routing
necessary to consistently meet the "zero interruptions" standard. The government will not dictate
delivery schedules or methods, only the required outcome.
4.0 Government Monitoring
The Government (specifically the PSHC Facility Manager or COR) will monitor the Contractor's
adherence to the performance standards through periodic account verification and energy audits as
required by the QASP.
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Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) Sample
This QASP outlines how the Peach Springs Health Center I.H.S. will evaluate the Contractor's
performance for ensuring a continuous propane supply to all designated locations, as defined in the
Performance Work Statement (PWS).
1.0 Performance Objective and Standard
Performance Objective PWS
Paragraph
Performance Standard Acceptable Quality Level
(AQL)
Ensure continuous and reliable
propane supply to all locations
1.0, 2.0 Zero instances of service
interruption or stock-outs
100% compliance (zero
deviations accepted)
2.0 Surveillance Methods
The Contracting Officer Representative (COR) or PSHC Facility Manager will perform the following
surveillance to ensure compliance with the performance standard:
• Periodic Monitoring: The COR/Facility Manager will conduct monthly visual checks of tank levels
at the Main Clinic, Government Quarters 1, and Government Quarters 2.
• Customer Feedback: The COR/Facility Manager will record any complaints from facility tenants
or staff regarding loss of propane service.
• Account Verification/Audits: Periodic reviews of delivery slips and energy audits will confirm
service continuity and billing accuracy.
3.0 Documentation and Reporting
Any failure to meet the AQL (i.e., a service interruption or stock-out) will be documented in a
Performance Assessment Report (PAR). This report will be provided to the Contractor for corrective
action.
4.0 Incentives/Deductions
Performance below the AQL may result in contract deductions or further actions as outlined in the
contract terms and conditions
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Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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