LOCK OUT/TAG OUT
ID: 36C25025Q0231Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS (J059)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c1318e85afa54eeea452d479e1b42954/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking an Electrical Contractor to develop and implement a standardized Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) program for the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (VANIHCS) located in Marion, Indiana. The initiative aims to identify and inventory equipment requiring LOTO procedures, ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, provide necessary lockout equipment, and conduct training for supervisors and employees. This program is crucial for enhancing safety protocols within VA facilities and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Interested contractors must respond by January 30, 2025, with their company details, capability statement, and relevant experience, as this information will assist the government in future acquisition decisions.

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    Samuel Galbreath
    samuel.galbreath@va.gov
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    36C25025Q0231.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought notice for an Electrical Contractor to develop and implement a standardized Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) program for the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (VANIHCS) located in Marion, Indiana. This initiative does not constitute a solicitation but seeks information for planning purposes. The envisioned program will include identifying and inventorying equipment needing LOTO procedures, compliance with OSHA regulations, provision of lockout equipment, and conducting training for supervisors and employees. The project is expected to be executed within one year post award, covering various areas including engineering, healthcare, and administrative sections at the Marion campus. Interested contractors must respond by January 30, 2025, including their company details, capability statement, and prior relevant experience. Responses will assist the government in acquisition decisions, potentially leading to a formal solicitation announcement on SAM.gov. This notice exemplifies the VA’s efforts to enhance safety protocols within its facilities and underlines adherence to regulatory requirements while engaging with potential contractors for future procurements.
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