Steam Sterilizers
ID: 36C26325Q1063Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/758dd4d4a34244d0b0163d331e0af587/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Central Iowa Health Care System, is seeking information for the purchase and installation of two American-manufactured steam sterilizers. The procurement aims to gather market research data to inform the government's acquisition strategy, focusing on equipment that meets specific safety and operational standards, including features such as high-capacity chambers, advanced control systems, and compliance with UL and ASME codes. This initiative aligns with the Buy American Act, emphasizing domestic manufacturing, and responses from interested vendors are due by 4:00 PM Central Time on August 11, 2025. For inquiries, vendors may contact Jennifer Watkins-Schoenig at Jennifer.watkins-schoenig@gmail.com or by phone at 319-688-3631.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer Watkins-Schoenig
    (319) 688-3631
    Jennifer.watkins-schoenig@gmail.com
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    36C26325Q1063.pdf
    The Central Iowa Health Care System is seeking information for the purchase and installation of two American-manufactured steam sterilizers. This notice is a Sources Sought Notice and is aimed solely at market research; it should not be interpreted as a solicitation for proposals or a contract award. Vendors are required to respond with the place of manufacture and information will help shape the government's acquisition strategy, possibly including set-asides for Veteran-Owned and other small businesses. Key features of the desired sterilizers include a high-capacity chamber, control systems for safety, temperature monitoring with Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTD), efficient utilities management, and compliance with safety standards such as UL and ASME codes. Interested vendors have until 4:00 PM Central Time on August 11, 2025, to respond, which will be considered without compensation for submission costs. This procurement effort aligns with the Buy American Act, aiming for domestic manufacturing. The notice enables the government to gather competitive data essential for future acquisitions.
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