The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 22 (NCO 22), has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) 36C26226Q0217 for Prep & Pack Workstations for the VA Phoenix Healthcare System. This notice aims to identify potential qualified sources and their size classification under NAICS code 339112 (size standard 1,000 employees). The government will consider setting aside the acquisition for Veteran-owned businesses or small businesses if market research indicates sufficient interest. The requirement includes specific HAT brand or equal workstation components, installation of new equipment, and removal/disposal of old equipment. Interested vendors must be OEM authorized dealers/distributors and provide a capabilities statement demonstrating their ability to meet the Statement of Work (SOW) and Salient Characteristics. The notice also requests business size information, compliance with the Buy American Act, Federal Supply Schedule contract details, and general pricing for market research purposes. A solicitation is not currently available but will be published on SAM.gov or eBuy GSA at a later date.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is requesting ten Ergo adjustable workstations for the Sterile Processing Department's Prep room, to be used by Medical Supply Technicians. These workstations, measuring 36” x 60” with adjustable shelves, overhead lighting, magnification lights, and a 6-foot power strip, will facilitate the assembly and examination of instruments before sterilization. They will also store daily supplies. The request includes installation, removal, and disposal of old workstations. The document specifies salient characteristics and clarifies that privacy and confidentiality requirements related to IT systems and sensitive VA information do not apply to this equipment, as it does not involve network connections or data storage. However, contractors will be subject to federal and VA regulations regarding information protection and may require VA-mandated privacy training if accessing facilities for extended periods or VA information systems.