The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting quotes for the procurement, delivery, and installation of three Steris V-Pro Max 2 Sterilizers at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center, as outlined in solicitation number 36C25025Q0676. The RFQ was issued under FAR regulations, specifically focusing on commercial products and services. Responses are due by August 5, 2025, with a requirement for interested vendors to provide detailed pricing and a scheduling estimate for delivery and setup.
The solicitation specifies the brand and type of products needed, including the sterilizers, deinstallation and disposal services for old equipment, and maintenance service for the new units, alongside a trade-in program for older sterilizers. All submissions must confirm acceptance of the terms and conditions specified in the solicitation to facilitate contract placement. The procurement is open to small businesses, with the relevant NAICS code being 339113. Questions are to be directed to the contracting specialist, Lonnelle Jones, via email by August 4, 2025. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to enhancing sterilization capabilities for improved healthcare service delivery.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 10, has issued an amendment to cancel Request for Quote (RFQ) 36C25025Q0676. This RFQ was originally for the procurement, delivery, and installation of three Steris Corporation V-Pro Max 2 Sterilizers for the Cincinnati VA Medical Center. The cancellation, effective August 7, 2025, means that the solicitation is withdrawn in its entirety, and no offers will be accepted for this requirement. This action ensures that the VA will not proceed with the previously stated procurement for the sterilizers.
The document outlines the justification for a sole source acquisition of the V-Pro Max 2 sterilizers, imperative for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to replace aging equipment used in the sterilization of various medical devices. The current units pose risks of work stoppages and expensive repairs, necessitating swift replacement without retraining staff on new procedures. The V-Pro Max 2 is uniquely qualified to fulfill these needs, and only the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), Steris Corp., can provide the necessary equipment and support, as confirmed by authorized Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) vendors, DME, LLC, and Beacon Point Associates, LLC. Market research indicates a lack of alternative vendors capable of meeting the VA's specialized requirements, and the anticipated costs have been deemed fair. The document asserts compliance with federal procurement regulations, indicating a Small Business set-aside Request for Quote (RFQ) will be issued on SAM.gov. The overall goal of this acquisition is to maintain operational efficiency and ensure high standards of care within the VA healthcare system.