6640--EQUIPMENT - HEMATOLOGY ULTRA LOW FREEZER
ID: 36C24225Q0292Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4b4726db00ac401d83e900f3af6a69eb/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking bids for the procurement of an ultra-low freezer for the James J. Peters VA Medical Center in Bronx, New York, specifically for use in its pathology and laboratory medicine service department. The solicitation requires a brand name or equal product, emphasizing that used or refurbished equipment will not be accepted, and outlines key specifications including adjustable stainless-steel shelves, a temperature range of -50C to -86C, an alarm system, and a touchscreen display. Interested vendors must submit their quotations electronically by February 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, and are encouraged to direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Sanchez Reid at Sanchez.Reid@va.gov or by phone at 908-647-0180 x214466. This opportunity is categorized as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the NAICS Code 333415 and PSC Code 6640.

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    Sanchez ReidContract Specialist
    908-647-0180 x214466
    Sanchez.Reid@va.gov
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    36C24225Q0292.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking bids for the purchase of a new ultra-low freezer, specifically for use in the pathology and laboratory medicine service at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center in Bronx, NY. The solicitation requires equipment that is either brand name or equal, emphasizing that used or refurbished models will not be accepted. The response deadline for submissions is set for February 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The procurement falls under the Product Service Code 6640 and NAICS Code 333415, with this request categorized as an SBA set-aside. Interested parties are directed to reach out to the contract specialist, Sanchez Reid, for further inquiries. This notice reflects the VA's commitment to upgrading critical medical storage capabilities essential for patient care.
    S02 Combined Synopsis Solicitation 1.31.pdf
    The James J. Peters VA Medical Center has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation notice for an ultra-low freezer required for its laboratory service department. This Request for Quotes (RFQ) emphasizes a total small business set-aside and requests a brand name or equal to a Helmer product with specific features and physical dimensions. Key specifications include four adjustable stainless-steel shelves, drawer-style racks, temperature range between -50C to -86C, an alarm system, touchscreen display, and a three-year warranty. The solicitation requires quotations to be submitted electronically by February 5, 2025, with particular attention to details such as warranty, expedited delivery, and product capabilities. Evaluation of bids will consider technical capability, past performance, and price, ultimately awarding the contract based on the best value to the government. All submissions must comply with FAR guidelines, including the Buy American provisions, and prospective vendors must provide a "responsibility check" to assess their ability to fulfill the requirements. Interested parties should communicate inquiries via email to the designated contact.
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