4420--Sources Sought - Brand Name Only TUBE BUNDLES
ID: 36C24225Q0350Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing (332410)

PSC

HEAT EXCHANGERS AND STEAM CONDENSERS (4420)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d27bf9f4497a463da2f9f39fb2855d22/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources for the procurement of fifty-four brand name tube bundles for shell and tube exchangers utilized in heating systems at the Northport VA Medical Center in New York. This Sources Sought Notice, identified by solicitation number 36C24225Q0350, aims to identify small business manufacturers or distributors capable of providing new equipment from specified brands such as Armstrong, Patterson-Kelly, and Bell & Gossett, as the existing systems have reached their end of life. The procurement is crucial for maintaining functional heating operations across multiple buildings within the facility, ensuring compliance with federal procurement guidelines. Interested firms must submit their capabilities and company information by February 21, 2025, and can contact Contracting Officer Janelle Bonafede at Janelle.Bonafede@va.gov or by phone at 716-862-7461 ext. 24570 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Janelle BonafedeContracting Officer
    716-862-7461 ext. 24570
    Janelle.Bonafede@va.gov
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    The Northport VA Medical Center is seeking to procure fifty-four brand name tube bundles for shell and tube exchangers used in heating systems that have reached their end of life. This Sources Sought Notice, under solicitation number 36C24225Q0350, aims to identify small business manufacturers or distributors capable of fulfilling this requirement, without obligating the government to issue a solicitation. The focus is specifically on new, not refurbished, equipment. The required specifications include brands such as Armstrong, Patterson-Kelly, and Bell & Gossett, detailing various part numbers and performance characteristics needed for the heating systems across multiple buildings. Responses are due by February 21, 2025, and interested firms must provide specific company information and capabilities. Overall, this effort is part of the VA's commitment to maintaining functional heating operations in its facilities while adhering to federal guidelines in procurement processes.
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