4130--Solicitation - BRAND NAME ONLY - Fill Materials and Hardware for Marley Cooling Towers at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center
ID: 36C26325Q0455Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)

PSC

REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING COMPONENTS (4130)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/beaa602a14f34d1c9da9de394718f47c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for the procurement of brand-name fill materials and hardware specifically for Marley Cooling Towers at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. This Request for Proposal (RFP) outlines the requirements for contractors, including submission deadlines, eligibility criteria for small businesses, and compliance with federal regulations. The goods are essential for maintaining the cooling systems at the facility, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to manufacturer specifications. Interested vendors must submit their proposals via email to Contract Specialist Alisha L Milander at Alisha.Milander@va.gov, with the contract period set from March 10, 2025, to September 9, 2025, and adherence to specified shipping and invoicing requirements.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alisha L MilanderContract Specialist
    Alisha.Milander@va.gov
    Files
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    36C26325Q0455_1.docx
    The presolicitation notice outlines a forthcoming solicitation specifically for brand name fill materials and hardware associated with Marley cooling towers at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. The announcement is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs and specifies the contracting office address in St. Paul, Minnesota. It provides essential details such as the solicitation number (36C26325Q0455), response deadline (February 19, 2025, 14:15 Central Time), and relevant codes (Product Service Code 4130 and NAICS Code 333415). The notice emphasizes that the solicitation is set aside for brand name products only, maintaining focus on particular specifications needed for the cooling towers. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to the contracting officer, Alisha Milander, whose contact information is provided. The document serves as a preliminary announcement to inform potential suppliers about the upcoming procurement opportunity, ensuring compliance with federal contracting standards.
    36C26325Q0455.docx
    This document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of brand-name fill materials and hardware specific to Marley Cooling Towers. The solicitation includes detailed information about submission deadlines, the contractor's requirements, and related pricing details. Key components include a firm due date for offers, eligibility criteria for small businesses, and compliance with various federal contract regulations. The document specifies the delivery schedule for items, a statement of work emphasizing adherence to manufacturer specifications, and outlines payment methods, primarily through electronic funds transfer. The proposed contract period is from March 10, 2025, to September 9, 2025, with specific instructions regarding shipping and invoicing requirements. Additionally, the solicitation highlights the necessity for compliance with federal regulations, stating that responses to this solicitation must be sent via email to the designated contracting officer. Overall, this RFP is a structured approach to acquire essential equipment for maintenance at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center, ensuring that procurement processes adhere to federal guidelines while promoting small business participation.
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