This document is a modification to a previous notice, specifically canceling the Request for Quotation (RFQ) Sources Sought Notice for an "Ultra Low Temperature Freezer for the New York Harbor." The solicitation, number 36C24226Q0255, with a response date of January 19, 2026, was posted in error and is no longer needed. The contracting office is the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2, located in Bronx, NY. The point of contact for this modification is Jonatan Rondon, Contracting Officer. The place of performance was the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System, Manhattan VA Medical Center.
This Sources Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The VA is seeking potential qualified sources for a Fisherbrand Isotemp Series General Purpose Ultra-Low Freezer, or an equal product, for the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System. The freezer must have a minimum capacity of 18 cu. ft., consistently monitor interior temperature with battery backup, have 5 inner compartments, be made of durable materials, feature a lockdown door, not require a special power receptacle, and reliably maintain temperatures between -70 and -80 degrees C. Ultra-low temperature freezers are crucial for the long-term preservation of patient specimens, laboratory reagents, and quality control materials. Responses are due by January 19, 2026, 1600 EST, via email to Jonatan.rondon@va.gov, and should include company details, business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, large business), manufacturing/distribution role, subcontracting plans, FSS/GSA contract information, general pricing, capabilities demonstrating compliance with salient characteristics, country of manufacture, feedback on specifications, and SAM.gov Unique Entity ID.