Annual Certification and Maintenance Services
ID: 36C24725Q0451Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

QUALITY CONTROL- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (H166)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8bce04f37f6e4884ad4b140f74caab3c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for Annual Certification and Maintenance Services at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, South Carolina. This procurement, designated under Solicitation Number 36C24725Q0451, is exclusively open to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and involves the annual inspection, certification, and maintenance of laboratory equipment, including biosafety cabinets and fume hoods. The contract will span one base year, from March 28, 2025, to March 27, 2026, with four optional renewal years, emphasizing the importance of compliance with safety standards and meticulous record-keeping. Interested parties should contact Monica Reed at monica.reed@va.gov or call 334-450-5679 for further details and to submit proposals that include pricing, technical approaches, and past performance information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Monica Reed
    (334) 450-5679
    monica.reed@va.gov
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    The document outlines a solicitation by the Department of Veterans Affairs for Annual Certification and Maintenance Services at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, South Carolina. This Request for Quotations (RFQ) (Solicitation Number 36C24725Q0451) is targeted exclusively at Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and involves the annual inspection, certification, and maintenance of various laboratory equipment, including biosafety cabinets and fume hoods. The contract term spans one base year (March 28, 2025, to March 27, 2026) with four optional renewal years. Quoters are required to provide detailed pricing, technical approaches, and past performance information. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, pricing, and historical performance. Contractors must adhere to compliance and safety standards, ensuring all equipment is maintained according to regulatory guidelines, including OSHA and NFPA. An important aspect of the contract includes maintaining meticulous records of all services, with explicit reporting requirements on the activities performed. This solicitation reflects the government's effort to ensure safety and compliance within its healthcare facilities while supporting veteran-owned businesses.
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