H266--Montana Lab BioSafety Hood Equipment and Services
ID: 36C25925Q0093Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259)Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (H266)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1d762420c50748fc9d1d27dd187ac6d7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the maintenance and certification of bio-safety hood equipment at two facilities in Montana, specifically the Benjamin Charles Steele VA Clinic in Billings and the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center. Contractors will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance and certifications on specified lab hood equipment, including NuAire Labgard and MOPEC models, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications and safety standards. This solicitation is particularly significant as it aims to uphold the operational readiness and safety of critical laboratory equipment, which is essential for supporting veteran healthcare services. Interested service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) must submit their proposals by December 27, 2024, with the total estimated contract value set at $47 million. For inquiries, contact Lindsey M Zwaagstra at Lindsey.Zwaagstra@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lindsey M Zwaagstra (CO)Contracting Specialist
    Lindsey.Zwaagstra@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25925Q0093_1.docx
    The Presolicitation Notice outlines a request for proposals (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for bio-safety hood equipment maintenance and certification services in Montana. The RFP is designated for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) and is identified by solicitation number 36C25925Q0093, with submissions due by December 27, 2024. The work location includes two VA facilities in Montana: Benjamin Charles Steele VA Clinic in Billings and Fort Harrison VA Medical Center. Required services include preventative maintenance and certification for specific lab hood equipment, specifically NuAire Labgard and MOPEC models, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications. The contracting office is located in Greenwood Village, Colorado, with Kadarius Griffin listed as the contract specialist for inquiries. The document emphasizes the necessity for certified contractors to guarantee proper operation and safety of lab equipment, reflecting the VA's commitment to maintaining high operational standards in support of veteran healthcare services.
    36C25925Q0093.docx
    The document outlines a solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs for a service contract primarily focused on the preventive maintenance and certification of laboratory hoods across multiple VA facilities in Montana. The total estimated contract value is $47 million, with a set-aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). Contractors are tasked with conducting annual certifications and maintenance for equipment specified in a detailed statement of work, ensuring adherence to safety and manufacturers' specifications. In terms of logistics, the document specifies invoicing and payment protocols, including the requirement for electronic funds transfer. It incorporates relevant federal acquisition regulations and terms of service, detailing performance metrics, reporting obligations, and contractor responsibilities. The contractor must meet various safety standards and ensure compliance with hazard communication regulations due to potential exposure to hazardous materials. The overarching goal of this solicitation is to secure qualified contractors capable of delivering consistent, high-quality service that maintains operational readiness in critical equipment, thus safeguarding the health and safety of VA personnel and veterans.
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