The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for potential contractors to provide dialysis water testing services at the C.W. Bill Young VA Healthcare System in Bay Pines, Florida. The objective is to evaluate market capabilities for testing water for Endotoxins, Colony Count, and AAMI Contaminants. This notice is solely for market research purposes and does not represent a formal solicitation. Interested parties must respond by November 11, 2024, with details including company information, Unique Entity Identifier, GSA Contract number if applicable, interest description, socio-economic size, and any questions regarding the Statement of Work (SOW). The contract includes one base year and four option years, aligning with NAICS code 541380 and a size standard of $19 million. Responses must be directed to Contracting Officer Angel Garay via email.
The C.W. Bill Young VA Healthcare System requires contractors for water testing related to dialysis machines, specifically for Endotoxins, Colony Count, and AAMI Contaminants, adhering to ANSI/AAMI 23500:2014 standards. The contractor will conduct tests at an off-site laboratory, providing necessary testing and shipping materials, with an initial one-month supply of testing equipment upon contract award. The contract is an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type, commencing from January 13, 2025, for a base year, with options to extend up to four additional years. The contractor must hold ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accreditation and ensure timely communication of results, especially for exceedances of alert levels. Deliverables must include materials within 24 hours of notification, with protocols for managing any delays. Changes to the statement of work must be approved in writing by the contracting officer, and the contractor is responsible for invoicing on a monthly basis. This RFP showcases the government's commitment to health standards in dialysis treatment, emphasizing compliance and thorough service delivery.