6835--Medical Gas & Cylinder Rental for VAMHCS
ID: 36C24525Q0332Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

PSC

MEDICAL GASES (6835)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) to provide medical gas and cylinder rental services for the Maryland Health Care System (VAMHCS) at its facilities in Baltimore, Loch Raven, and Perry Point. The procurement includes requirements for timely delivery of medical gases, with an emergency delivery obligation within four hours of notification, and emphasizes compliance with safety regulations regarding compressed gases. This contract, valued at a minimum of $2,000 and a ceiling of $900,000, will be valid for five years starting April 1, 2025, with quotations due by March 19, 2025. Interested vendors can direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Ryan Singletary at ryan.singletary@va.gov, with a deadline for questions set for March 11, 2025, and site visit requests due by March 6, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    RYAN SINGLETARYCONTRACTING OFFICER
    (202) 745-8000
    RYAN.SINGLETARY@VA.GOV
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors to provide Medical Gas and cylinder rental services for the Maryland Health Care System (VAMHCS) at Baltimore, Loch Raven, and Perry Point. This solicitation, designated under solicitation number 36C24525Q0332, is a set-aside opportunity for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBC). Prospective vendors must submit quotations by March 19, 2025, and can pose any questions to the contracting officer, Ryan Singletary, via email until March 11, 2025. Additionally, those interested in site visits should request arrangements by March 6, 2025. The document includes specific guidelines and deadlines for vendors wishing to participate in this federal procurement process. This notice reflects the VA's ongoing commitment to supporting veteran-owned enterprises while fulfilling its operational needs.
    The government solicitation concerns the provision of medical gas delivery and cylinder rental for the Department of Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care System (VAMHCS), particularly for the facilities in Baltimore, Loch Raven, and Perry Point. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) is issued as a total service-disabled veteran-owned business set-aside. The deadline for vendor submissions is March 19, 2025, with key details such as an emergency delivery requirement within four hours of notification and the necessity for the contractor to respond to emergent needs. The contract will be valid for five years, beginning April 1, 2025, and offers a minimum purchase guarantee of $2,000, with a ceiling of $900,000. It outlines responsibilities including delivery schedules, proper usage documentation, and compliance with safety regulations regarding compressed gases. The contractor is also required to manage the inventory of cylinders, ensuring effective communication with VAMHCS personnel, and fulfilling rigorous monitoring of performance and invoicing. This document serves to establish procurement conditions aligned with federal regulations, reinforcing the commitment to sourcing from small and veteran-owned initiatives while ensuring provision quality and operational efficiency within the healthcare system.
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