H365--Annual Medical Gas Inspections
ID: 36C25025Q0047Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

INSPECTION- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (H365)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 10, is seeking qualified vendors to provide annual medical gas inspection services at the Dayton VA Medical Center. The objective of this procurement is to ensure compliance with health and safety standards through thorough inspections of medical gas systems, including oxygen, nitrous oxide, and vacuum systems, adhering to regulations set by organizations such as JCAHO, CGA, and NFPA. This contract, which includes a base year and four option years, has a total award amount of $34 million and emphasizes the importance of maintaining the safety and compliance of essential medical infrastructure. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database and can contact Contract Specialist Mary Jane Crim at MaryJane.Crim@va.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mary Jane CrimContracting Officer
    (937) 268-6511
    maryjane.crim@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office (NCO 10) is seeking vendors for annual medical gas inspections at the Dayton VA Medical Center in Ohio. This presolicitation notice indicates that the solicitation will not have a set-aside and all participating vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. The procurement falls under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 811210, which pertains to Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, with a small business size standard of $34 million. The associated Product Service Code (PSC) is H365, indicating medical, dental, and veterinary equipment inspection. The solicitation is expected to be released around October 4, 2024, and responses will be due approximately by October 16, 2024, directed to Contracting Officer Mary Jane Crim via email. This notice serves as a formal alert for interested parties to prepare for the forthcoming solicitation and ensure all registration requirements are met in advance.
    This government file outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Department of Veterans Affairs for providing annual medical gas inspection services at the Dayton VA Medical Center. The purpose of the contract is to ensure compliance with various health and safety standards by conducting thorough inspections of medical gas systems, including oxygen, nitrous oxide, and vacuum systems, among others. The contract consists of a base year with four possible option years and includes a total award amount of $34 million. Contractors are required to perform evaluations adhering to the standards set by organizations such as JCAHO, CGA, and NFPA. Inspections must be carried out annually, with detailed reporting of findings and any discrepancies. The document also outlines necessary qualifications for contractors, including certifications for inspecting medical gas systems. Invoices for services will be electronically submitted, and there are specific clauses incorporated regarding payment processes, service performance requirements, and adherence to federal regulations, particularly emphasizing the use of certified service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. This solicitation reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety and compliance of essential medical infrastructure through proper oversight of contracted services.
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