6640--Lab Dishwasher
ID: 36C26326Q0181Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/39528a6ebcd043db823d26555108413d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide a laboratory dishwasher, specifically a Brand Name or equal to the Steris Reliance 400XL Dishwasher, as part of a Sources Sought Notice (Solicitation Number: 36C26326Q0181). The procurement includes a single-door, steam-heated unit with essential features such as a heat recovery system, color touch screen programmable logic controller, HEPA-filtered drying, and various safety mechanisms, along with additional components like a non-vented drying system and a transfer cart. This specialized equipment is crucial for maintaining cleanliness and sterilization in laboratory environments, ensuring compliance with the Buy American Act, which requires vendors to specify the place of manufacture. Interested parties must submit their responses by December 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time, and can contact Contracting Specialist Jennifer Watkins-Schoenig at jennifer.watkins-schoenig@va.gov or 319-688-3631 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer Watkins-SchoenigContracting Specialist
    (319) 688-3631
    jennifer.watkins-schoenig@va.gov
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    36C26326Q0181.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice (Solicitation Number: 36C26326Q0181) for a Lab Dishwasher, specifically a Brand Name or equal to Steris Reliance 400XL Dishwasher. The requirement includes a single-door, steam-heated unit with specific features such as a heat recovery system, color touch screen PLC, programmable cycles, HEPA-filtered drying, and safety mechanisms. Additional components include a non-vented drying system, a non-recirculated heated pure water rinse system, a drain discharge cool-down, an installation kit, an air compressor, universal shelving, various spindle headers, baskets, and a transfer cart. The Buy American Act applies, and vendors must state the place of manufacture. Services include delivery and installation at the Sioux Falls VA Medical Center within 90-120 days post-award, along with operator training. The response deadline is December 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time.
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