J042--SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ON KITCHEN HOOD FIRE SUPPRESSION APPRATUS FOR PERRY POINT VAMC 36C24526Q0204
ID: 36C24526Q0204Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIP- FIRE FIGHTING/RESCUE/SAFETY EQUIP; ENVIRON PROTECT EQUIP/MATLS (J042)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/4366d5a394114acebb5fc397e6038a86/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Network Contracting Office 5, is seeking vendors capable of providing preventative maintenance and repair services for kitchen hood fire suppression systems at the Perry Point VA Medical Center in Maryland. The procurement aims to ensure the operational efficiency and safety of these systems, which are critical for the health and safety of kitchen staff and patients, by instituting regular maintenance and timely repairs. Interested parties are required to submit their business information, capability statements, and subcontracting intentions by January 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, with responses directed to Contracting Officer Bill Pratt at Billie.Pratt@va.gov. This notice serves as a sources sought notice for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for a binding contract.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bill PrattContracting Officer
    (410) 642-2411
    Billie.Pratt@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24526Q0204.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 5, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (36C24526Q0204) to identify vendors capable of providing preventative maintenance and repair services for kitchen hood fire suppression systems at the Perry Point VA Medical Center. The scope of work includes maintenance on systems in Building 17H Main Kitchen, Building 17H Room 101E Canteen, and Building 364 Kitchen, involving Kidde and Denlar systems. Services encompass initial recharges, and various inspection cycles (initial, weekly, bi-weekly, quarterly, annual) to ensure optimal operation, reduce downtime, and manage costs. Contractors must provide all tools and materials, adhere to quality control standards, and submit detailed maintenance reports. The notice also outlines specific requirements for reporting, safety, security, and hazardous material management. Interested vendors are requested to submit business information, capability statements, past experience, and details on subcontracting intentions by January 20, 2026.
    36C24526Q0204.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 5, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (36C24526Q0204) to identify vendors capable of providing preventative maintenance and repair services for kitchen hood fire suppression systems at the Perry Point VA Medical Center. The scope of work includes maintenance on systems in Building 17H Main Kitchen, Building 17H Room 101E Canteen, and Building 364 Kitchen, including initial recharging, bi-annual inspections, and additional repairs. Contractors must provide all tools and materials, comply with safety regulations, and report hazardous materials. The notice requests interested parties to submit business information, socio-economic status, points of contact, capability statements, available contract vehicles, and subcontracting intentions by January 20, 2026, 10:00 AM ET. This is a planning effort and not a solicitation for a binding contract.
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