J072--Sources Sought - Washing Machine Repair Services
ID: 36C26326Q0166Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- HOUSEHOLD AND COMMERCIAL FURNISHINGS AND APPLIANCES (J072)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2eec9402ca9f46c9a0dfaae2f876fd0a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking vendors to provide washing machine repair services for a Pellerin Milnor commercial wash machine at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. The primary objective is to repair a unit that is currently leaking from the bearing assembly, requiring an authorized Milnor dealer to supply all necessary tools, equipment, parts, and labor to ensure the machine is fully operational. This sources sought notice is intended for market research purposes only, and no contract awards will be made from this announcement. Interested vendors must submit their contact information, proof of capability, and responses to specific questions to Contracting Officer Joey Bloomer at joseph.bloomer@va.gov by December 5th, 2025, with work anticipated to be performed Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 5 PM, adhering to safety and security protocols.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joey BloomerContracting Officer
    (515) 699-5549
    joseph.bloomer@va.gov
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    The Minneapolis VA Medical Center is seeking vendors for washing machine repair services, specifically for a Pellerin Milnor commercial wash machine leaking from the bearing assembly. This is a sources sought notice for market research purposes; no contract awards will be made from this announcement. Interested vendors must submit their contact and organization information, along with proof of capability and answers to specific questions, to joseph.bloomer@va.gov by December 5th, 2025. The Statement of Work requires an authorized Milnor dealer to provide all tools, equipment, parts, and labor to replace the rear bearing, seal, and associated parts, ensuring the unit is fully operational. Work is to be performed Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM, with adherence to safety and security protocols, including obtaining visitor badges and proper disposal of materials. Parking instructions for various vehicle sizes are also provided.
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