Ice Machine Manufacturers for Seattle VAMC
ID: 36C26025Q0175Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

REFRIGERATION EQUIPMENT (4110)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 15, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research to identify potential suppliers for ice machines for the VA Puget Sound Health Care System in Seattle, Washington. The procurement specifically seeks manufacturers and distributors capable of providing high-quality Cubelet Ice Machines that comply with federal standards, including ADA requirements, and have a production capacity of up to 257 pounds of ice per day. This initiative underscores the importance of maintaining high standards for medical equipment in healthcare settings while promoting participation from service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Interested parties must submit their responses via email to Adam Hill at adam.hill3@va.gov by January 15, 2025, including details on their capabilities, relevant certifications, and existing government contracts.

Point(s) of Contact
Files
Title
Posted
Jan 8, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The VA Puget Sound Health Care System is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for the procurement of ice machines, specifically targeting potential suppliers capable of meeting federal standards. This request for information (RFI) aims to identify manufacturers and distributors with the capacity to provide high-quality products suitable for a healthcare environment. Interested businesses are invited to submit their company details, capabilities, and relevant certifications, particularly those qualifying under small business programs. The draft statement of work specifies requirements for a Cubelet Ice Machine with dimensions, maintenance needs, performance requirements, and ensures compliance with federal regulations, such as ADA. Notable features include a production capacity of up to 257 pounds of ice per day, a durable construction, and advanced sanitization designs. Responses must be submitted via email by January 15, 2025, and should include detailed information on existing government contracts, manufacturing or distribution capabilities, warranty information, and country of origin for equipment components. This initiative demonstrates the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards for medical equipment while supporting small businesses, especially service-disabled veteran-owned enterprises.
Lifecycle
Title
Type
Sources Sought
Similar Opportunities
J059--Ice Machine Service Contract
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide cleaning and sanitation services for ice machines across three facilities within the VA Boston Healthcare System. The contract, valued at $12.5 million, includes a base year and four optional years, requiring biannual visits to clean 75 designated ice machines in accordance with manufacturer procedures, along with detailed reporting and certification for each service performed. This procurement is crucial for maintaining health standards and ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff within the VA facilities. Interested parties should contact Contract Specialist Issa J Shawki at Issa.Shawki@va.gov for further details regarding compliance requirements and submission deadlines.
Cryosurgical Unit
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of a cryosurgical unit, specifically the Erbecryo 2 System, under solicitation number 36C26225Q0758. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires vendors to provide equipment that meets stringent technical specifications, including compatibility with existing robotic bronchoscopes and the ability to perform on small airway lesions. The procurement is crucial for enhancing health services within the VA system, emphasizing the importance of small business participation in federal contracting. Interested vendors must submit their proposals electronically by April 9, 2025, and direct any inquiries to Bridgett Sharma at bridgett.sharma@va.gov by April 4, 2025. Compliance with the Buy American Certificate is also required, ensuring that all products are domestic end products unless otherwise specified.
Q-NRG+ Metabolic Monitor Brand Name or Equal to
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to procure a Q-NRG+ Metabolic Monitor and associated equipment for the Puget Sound VA Healthcare System in Seattle, Washington. This procurement is aimed at acquiring new equipment from authorized Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, and maintaining high standards in healthcare service delivery. Interested vendors, including small, service-disabled veteran-owned, and women-owned businesses, must submit their best terms and conditions via email to Phillip Folger by 5 PM Pacific Standard Time on April 11, 2025. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Phillip Folger at phillip.folger@va.gov or by phone at 360-816-2790.
VA North Texas Laboratory Refrigerators
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of laboratory refrigerators for the VA North Texas Healthcare System's Microbiology Lab. The solicitation specifically requests a single-door glass refrigerator with a capacity of 23 cu.ft and a double-door glass refrigerator with a capacity of 45.8 cu.ft, both designed to maintain cold storage temperatures between 0-8 degrees Celsius for the storage of critical medical samples and reagents. This opportunity is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, including the Buy American Act. Interested vendors should contact Joshua Weisman at Joshua.Weisman@va.gov or call 915-838-6452 for further details, and must submit their proposals in accordance with the outlined procurement guidelines.
MANN-GRANDSTAFF VAMC SPS EQUIPMENT SERVICE
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to Sustainment Technologies, LLC, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), for the provision of Steris sterile processing equipment and software support at the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. This procurement is necessary to ensure the continued operation and maintenance of critical medical equipment, which plays a vital role in patient care and safety within the facility. The anticipated award date for this contract is April 10, 2025, and interested parties may direct inquiries to Tracy Heath at tracy.heath@va.gov or by phone at 253-888-4903. Responses to this notice will not be compensated and are intended solely to assess market interest for future procurement opportunities.
3930--POWERED PALLET JACKS
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 22, is seeking market research responses for the procurement of two powered pallet jacks. The required specifications include a standard lead-acid battery, specific fork dimensions, a minimum load capacity of 4,500 lbs, and essential safety features. These powered pallet jacks are crucial for efficient material handling within the VA Phoenix Healthcare facility in Phoenix, AZ. Interested suppliers, particularly Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, must submit their written responses detailing company capabilities by March 7, 2025, and ensure registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to participate in future solicitations. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Contract Specialist Ismael Vicente at ismael.vicente@va.gov.
N046--580-25-2-5161-0036 Reverse Osmosis and DI Water
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for the leasing and maintenance of a Reverse Osmosis (RO) and Deionized (DI) water system at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. This opportunity is specifically set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) and requires compliance with ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023 standards for water quality in medical device processing. The contract will encompass a base year with four additional option years, commencing on May 1, 2025, and includes responsibilities such as equipment installation, ongoing maintenance, and comprehensive water quality testing. Interested bidders should contact Contracting Officer Felicia Lovelady at Felicia.Lovelady@va.gov for further details and to ensure compliance with wage determinations under the Service Contract Act and the Davis-Bacon Act, which mandate minimum wage rates for covered workers.
6515--GASTRIC ASPIRATORS
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of gastric aspirators, specifically targeting small businesses through a total small business set-aside. The solicitation outlines requirements for the aspirators, including warranty provisions, vacuum pressure specifications, flow rates, maneuverability features, and operational noise levels, emphasizing the need for new original equipment manufacturer (OEM) items and prohibiting gray market or counterfeit products. This procurement is crucial for providing essential medical equipment at the Boise VA Medical Center in Idaho, with responses due by April 10, 2025, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time. Interested vendors should contact Contract Specialist Denise Patches at Denise.Patches@va.gov or by phone at 253-888-4922 for further inquiries.
7H20--RFI /Sources Sought - Required equipment for Veterans approved self-employment. Computer Equipment/Processor and Misc. per Items List
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential vendors capable of supplying computer equipment and related items for veterans approved for self-employment. The procurement aims to gather information on vendors who can provide specific items, including servers, managed switches, UPS systems, firewalls, laptops, and tablets, which are essential for supporting the self-employment initiatives of veterans. This market research is crucial for determining the acquisition strategy and may lead to setting aside the requirement for small businesses or veteran-owned firms. Interested parties must submit their qualifications by April 14, 2025, via email to Contract Specialist Julie Lemire at Julie.Lemire@va.gov, with the solicitation number 36C10D25Q0075 in the subject line.
6515--NE EQ Endoscope Drying and Storage Cabinets - Vertical (VA-25-00066098)
Buyer not available
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from qualified vendors for the procurement of vertical Endoscope Drying and Storage Cabinets as part of a national single Requirements contract. This initiative aims to enhance infection control by providing cabinets that maintain a controlled environment for the post-disinfection storage of endoscopes, with a contract period consisting of a base year and four optional years for delivery to various VA medical centers across the United States. The cabinets must utilize HEPA-filtered air and accommodate channel purging to prevent infection, ensuring compliance with specified salient characteristics. Interested vendors must submit their responses, including company details and technical literature, by April 16, 2025, to Levi Russin at Levi.Russin@va.gov or by phone at 757-722-9961 ext-3115.