J065--Medical Gas System Maintenance Services
ID: 36C25225Q0480Type: Presolicitation
AwardedAug 27, 2025
$230.3K$230,268
AwardeeWINONA INVESTMENTS INC INDIANAPOLIS 46250
Award #:36C25225D0056
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

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

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide Medical Gas System Maintenance Services at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. This procurement involves a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for comprehensive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and emergency services related to medical gas and vacuum systems, with an initial contract award amount of $34 million. The project is critical for ensuring the operational integrity of essential medical infrastructure, requiring contractors to adhere to regulatory standards, maintain a high operational availability rate of 95%, and comply with stringent safety guidelines. Interested parties should contact Contract Specialist Robert E. Ruska at Robert.Ruska@va.gov for further details, with proposals due by the specified deadlines.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert RuskaContracting Officer
    (414) 844-4800
    Robert.Ruska@va.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    The presolicitation notice pertains to the procurement of Medical Gas System Maintenance Services by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. The response deadline for interested vendors is set for July 31, 2025. This solicitation is designated as a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside, indicating a preference for bids from small businesses. The relevant Product Service Code is J065, and the associated NAICS code is 811210, which pertains to repair and maintenance services. Potential vendors can direct inquiries to the contracting officer, Robert Ruska, via email. This notice is an essential component of the federal contracting process, outlining the expected services and compliance requirements for bidders interested in supporting veterans' healthcare facilities through necessary maintenance of critical medical gas systems.
    The government document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) by the Department of Veterans Affairs for a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract concerning maintenance of medical gas and vacuum systems at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, and emergency services of these systems, with an initial contract award amount of $34 million. The project spans from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2030, structured into five ordering periods. Key requirements include adherence to regulatory standards, thorough documentation of service performed, timely response protocols, and maintenance of a high operational availability rate of 95%. Contractors must submit electronic invoices, attend mandatory site visits, and comply with stringent security and safety guidelines. The proposal encourages small business participation with specific set-aside percentages outlined for various business categories. This procurement emphasizes the VA's investment in maintaining vital medical infrastructure while enforcing rigorous compliance and operational standards to ensure safety and efficiency in healthcare services.
    The document outlines wage determinations under the Service Contract Act (SCA) enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor, providing extensive details on required wages and benefits for various occupations in Illinois, specifically Cook, Du Page, and McHenry counties. The document specifies minimum wage rates according to Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, effective January 30, 2022, requiring contractors to pay workers at least $17.75 per hour (or the applicable higher wage) for contracts entered after this date. Additionally, it details occupation-specific wage rates, including calculations for fringe benefits such as health and welfare, vacation, and holiday pay. The document also describes the conformance process for any unlisted job classifications, ensuring compliance with SCA regulations. Furthermore, it notes specific provisions for sick leave and hazardous pay differentiations. The report serves as a critical reference for federal contractors securing RFPs and grants, highlighting the importance of adhering to stipulated wage standards and worker protections to ensure compliance and fairness in employment on federally funded contracts.
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