Q201--Medical Oxygen Cylinders, Poplar Bluff and Cape Girardeau
ID: 36C25525Q0105Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

PSC

MEDICAL- GENERAL HEALTH CARE (Q201)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/06737a573508409886a87cc9c2e8dd3c/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified businesses to supply, transport, and manage medical oxygen cylinders for the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff and the Cape Girardeau VA Health Care Center in Missouri. The procurement aims to establish a Firm Fixed Price contract for a base year with four optional years, ensuring that medical-grade gases comply with FDA regulations and other relevant codes while maintaining a reliable supply for VA facilities. This opportunity is critical for supporting healthcare operations and ensuring adherence to stringent safety and regulatory standards. Interested parties must submit their responses, including a capability statement, by 10:00 am CST on December 30, 2025, to Contracting Officer Denise Maynard at denise.maynard@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Denise MaynardContracting Officer
    (913) 946-1975
    denise.maynard@va.gov
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    36C25525Q0105.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically regarding the procurement of medical oxygen cylinders in Poplar Bluff and Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The purpose of this announcement is to conduct market research to identify qualified businesses capable of fulfilling the outlined requirements. It emphasizes that this notice is not a solicitation for proposals or quotes and does not obligate the government to award a contract. Responses to the notice must be submitted by December 30, 2025, and should include the company's details like name, address, contact information, and a capability statement demonstrating the company’s qualifications. A Statement of Work detailing the specific procurement needs is attached to the notice. The notice also provides the contact information for the contracting officer, Denise Maynard, for any inquiries. This document illustrates a vital step in the federal procurement process, encouraging businesses to express their capabilities in providing necessary medical supplies to support VA facilities in the specified locations.
    Statement of Work Medical Oxygen Cylinders.pdf
    The John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO, and the Cape Girardeau VA Health Care Center are seeking a contractor to supply, transport, and manage medical gas cylinders under a Firm Fixed Price contract for a base year with four optional years. The contractor must be located within an 80-mile radius and is responsible for ensuring medical-grade gases comply with FDA regulations and other relevant codes. The document highlights delivery logistics, including detailed requirements for the tracking, reporting, and management of both government-owned and contractor-owned cylinders. Emphasis is placed on safety, adherence to various specifications, and the provision of documentation for all deliveries, including inspection reports. The contract includes provisions for emergency response, cylinder testing, and compliance audits. The overarching goal is to maintain a reliable medical gas supply for VA facilities while ensuring adherence to stringent regulatory standards.
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