J065--Abbott Slide Stainer VP2000 Preventative Maintenance Inspection, Corrective Maintenance, and Repair Services
ID: 36C26226Q0110Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/357e2f419c7b48a9994346b51aa944be/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System, is seeking qualified contractors to provide preventative maintenance inspection (PMI) and corrective maintenance services for Abbott Slide Stainer VP2000 units. The procurement aims to ensure that these medical devices are maintained in optimal working condition, adhering to manufacturer specifications and Joint Commission standards, while providing all necessary labor, materials, and support at no cost to the Government. The services will include annual PMIs, technical support, and detailed service reports, with the contract expected to span a base year plus two option years. Interested parties must submit their responses, including company information and a capability statement, by November 26, 2025, at 4:00 PM PST to Loan Dho at loan.dho@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Loan DhoContract Specialist
    loan.dho@va.gov
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    36C26226Q0110.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System, is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for preventative and corrective maintenance services on government-owned Abbott Slide Stainer VP2000 units. This is a market research announcement, not a solicitation for proposals, seeking qualified contractors to provide all necessary labor, materials, and support for preventative maintenance inspections (PMI) and corrective maintenance. Services include annual PMI, adherence to manufacturer specifications and Joint Commission standards, provision of all parts and travel at no cost to the Government, and phone technical support. Contractors must provide detailed service reports within ten business days. Personnel must be fully qualified and factory-trained Field Service Engineers. Responses are due by November 26, 2025, at 4:00 PM PST, and must include company information, Unique Entity ID, CAGE Code, Tax ID, business type, and a capability statement demonstrating expertise.
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