Ultra-Low Upright Freezer, Columbia, MO VA Medical Center
ID: 36C25525Q0164Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/171669abf1ac48d19b2b77e025f5c619/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the procurement of ultra-low upright freezers for the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital in Columbia, MO. The primary objective is to acquire -80°C freezers that will standardize the storage of biological samples for ongoing research projects, as several existing units have reached or exceeded their lifecycle. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the integrity of research samples and supporting future expansions of the research department. Interested parties must submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) number 36C25525Q0164 by 2:00 PM CST on February 7, 2025, to Tywanna Sparks at tywanna.sparks@va.gov, noting that this RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tywanna Sparks
    (913) 758-9928
    tywanna.sparks@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25525Q0164.pdf
    The VISN 15 Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital in Columbia, MO has issued a Request for Information (RFI) related to sourcing an ultra-low upright freezer. This notice is intended for preliminary planning and does not solicit proposals or award contracts at this stage. Responses will inform the potential issuance of a solicitation based on the interest and capabilities of businesses. Interested parties must provide specific company information, including size and socioeconomic status, and indicate whether they can meet the equipment requirements. The deadline for submission is 2:00 PM CST on February 7, 2025, and responses must be emailed to Tywanna Sparks, referencing the RFI number 36C25525Q0164. The document emphasizes that all submissions are for informational purposes only and carries no obligation for the government to proceed with a contract. This RFI underscores the government's approach to ensuring adequate competition in the acquisition process and complies with regulations surrounding federal procurement.
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