J065--Sources Sought Notice Closes 05/05/2025
ID: 36C24525Q0452Type: 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 EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2639eb4cf83c41aca2c69b588bb83ffe/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide annual certification and maintenance services for laboratory equipment at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The procurement aims to establish a five-year contract, with four optional renewal years, to ensure compliance and functionality of critical laboratory equipment, including chemical fume hoods, biosafety cabinets, and animal transfer stations. These services are vital for maintaining safety and operational standards within the medical facility. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 1:00 PM (ET) on May 5, 2025, to Patricia Thai at Patricia.Thai@va.gov, as this request serves solely for planning purposes and does not constitute a binding solicitation.

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    Patricia T ThaiContract Specialist
    Patricia.Thai@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential vendors capable of providing annual certification and maintenance services for laboratory equipment at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. This notice serves as a pre-solicitation for a five-year contract with four renewal options. The required services include the certification of various laboratory equipment such as chemical fume hoods, biosafety cabinets, and animal transfer stations, alongside preventive maintenance and necessary repairs. Vendors must demonstrate qualifications, provide business details, and confirm capabilities to comply with performance requirements, including safety precautions and management of hazardous materials. The solicitation outlines the necessary compliance with various regulatory standards and includes specific roles such as the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Interested vendors are required to submit their responses by May 5, 2025, to assist in developing the acquisition strategy for the required services. Importantly, this request is solely for planning purposes and does not constitute a binding solicitation.
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