Sakura equipment service maintenance

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice concerning the maintenance of Sakura Lab Equipment at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. The VA intends to award a sole-source contract to BelAir Instrument Company, LLC., for a service maintenance agreement covering four specific pieces of equipment from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with three optional renewal years. This service includes annual preventative maintenance, loaner and rental equipment at discounted rates, with emergency support guaranteed within 48 hours. The notice outlines key information, including the contracting office, solicitation number, and response due date of June 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST. It emphasizes that while the procurement is not open for competitive quotes, interested parties may submit written responses to demonstrate their capabilities. The NAICS code for this requirement is 811210, and the small business size standard is $34 million. The government's discretion will determine whether to move forward with competitive procurement based on responses received. The goal of this notice is to ensure the continued operational readiness of essential laboratory equipment used in medical settings.