J065--FY24: Sterilizer Equipment Maintenance Base plus Four
ID: 36C24824Q1405Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to award a federal contract for maintaining Steris SPS equipment in optimal operating condition at multiple medical facilities. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside procurement with a notice type of "Sources Sought."

    The scope of work involves keeping all STERIS SPS equipment up to standards set by regulatory bodies such as the FDA and OSHA. The contractor will obtain necessary licenses and permits and must have the certifications and qualifications required to service the specialized medical equipment.

    The contract is planned to run for a base year, with four additional option years, and the government intends to award it on a sole-source basis to Sustainment Technologies, LLC. However, interested parties can submit their expressions of interest and qualifications to the Contracting Officer by 9:00 am EST on July 31, 2024, if they believe they can meet the required capabilities.

    The VA seeks to ensure competition and will consider all eligible applicants. Eligible applicants must have the required licenses, certifications, and experience in medical equipment maintenance and repair. They should have a strong track record of servicing STERIS SPS equipment and possess the necessary qualifications to meet the stringent requirements of this role.

    The contract funding is estimated at around $22 million for the entire period of performance. The contract type is yet to be determined.

    To submit an application, interested parties should provide a written notification with accompanying literature demonstrating their capabilities and experience. The deadline for submissions is the above-mentioned date and time. The applications will be evaluated based on the criteria outlined in the notification.

    For further clarification or questions, interested parties can contact the Contracting Officer, Jermaine Wilson, at jermaine.wilson@va.gov or via phone at 352-381-5706.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jermaine WilsonContracting Officer
    (352) 381-5706
    Jermaine.Wilson@va.gov
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