J065--Sources Sought - Steri-Trac Sensor Exchange Service for the Minneapolis VA Medical Center
ID: 36C26325Q0867Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bc5c5c52477a471ba6eef59318d7df12/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for Steri-Trac Sensor Exchange Services at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. The objective is to identify businesses capable of providing calibrated hazardous gas sensors for the Steri-Trac monitoring system, with services including calibration and replacement of sensors every four months. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of medical equipment used in sterile processing, ensuring compliance with industry standards set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities, socio-economic status, and estimated pricing by June 17, 2025, to Alisha Milander at Alisha.Milander@va.gov, as this notice is part of the VA's market research efforts to inform future acquisition strategies.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alisha MilanderContracting Officer
    701-239-3700 x3176
    Alisha.Milander@va.gov
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    The Minneapolis VA Medical Center is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather market research for Steri-Trac Sensor Exchange Services. This request is not a solicitation but aims to identify businesses capable of delivering calibrated hazardous gas sensors as part of a rotational exchange program. Interested vendors must respond by June 17, 2025, detailing their socio-economic status, capabilities, and potential contract availability. The services encompass the provision of calibration for Steri-Trac EtO monitors and H2O monitoring devices every four months, with replacement sensors shipped directly to the facility. Contractors must adhere to strict standards set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology and provide qualified technicians. The contract expectations include regular service reports, maintenance coordination, and safety protocols on-site. Vendors are requested to provide estimated pricing for two sensor exchange program contracts set between October 15, 2025, and October 14, 2026. This notice supports the Department of Veterans Affairs in developing its acquisition strategies while promoting small business participation, particularly from service-disabled and veteran-owned firms.
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