678 Medical Refrigerator
ID: 36C26225Q0879Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)

PSC

REFRIGERATION EQUIPMENT (4110)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7c0cf065572b4225b6c1d403aa4665d0/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Tucson Healthcare System is seeking qualified suppliers for the procurement of Medical Grade Refrigerators as part of a planning initiative rather than a solicitation. The objective is to replace outdated and unsupported refrigeration units critical for storing valuable medications and vaccines, ensuring compliance with specific requirements outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). The procurement includes six full-size and six upright Infinity Series™ medical grade refrigerators, which must meet stringent specifications such as NSF/ANSI certification, a minimum capacity of 24.6 cubic feet, integral alarming functions, and ENERGY STAR® certification for efficiency, with delivery required within 30 days of contract award. Interested vendors should submit their capabilities and business classifications to Hestia Sim at Hestia.Sim@va.gov by May 14, 2025, as responses will inform future acquisition decisions without forming binding contracts.

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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Tucson Healthcare System is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for Medical Grade Refrigerators as part of a planning effort rather than a solicitation. The aim is to gather information regarding potential suppliers that can meet specific requirements outlined in a Statement of Work (SOW). The refrigerators are critical for storing valuable medications and vaccines, necessitating replacements due to the failure of existing units, which are outdated and unsupported. Key deliverables include six Infinity Series™ full-size medical grade refrigerators and six upright refrigerators, with precise specifications such as NSF/ANSI certification, a minimum capacity of 24.6 cubic feet, integral alarming functions, and ENERGY STAR® certification for efficiency. The equipment must be delivered within 30 days of contract award. Interested vendors are encouraged to respond with details about their capabilities, business size classification, and solutions for compliance with the requirements. Responses must be submitted by May 14, 2025, and will inform future acquisition decisions without forming any binding contracts. This notice embodies the VA's efforts to ensure the safe and effective management of healthcare supplies while also engaging potential vendors in the procurement process.
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