4110--691 | REFRIGERATORS Lab | RFQ
ID: 36C24W25Q0080Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFRPO WEST (36C24W)MCCLELLAN, CA, 95652, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

REFRIGERATION EQUIPMENT (4110)

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https://sam.gov/opp/41836f972f4b4462b566336310cbaf6c/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to procure four specialized vaccine refrigerators from Griffin Chapman Environmental Inc. on a sole-source basis to support the new VA Lancaster Clinic. This procurement includes two large chest models (BFRV84) and two small chest models (BFR), which are essential for maintaining controlled temperatures for vaccine storage to prevent degradation. The acquisition, valued under the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000, is justified due to the unique capabilities of the TempArmour refrigerators, which are already in use at the main VA facility, ensuring no additional training is required for personnel. Interested vendors must submit capability statements by March 12, 2025, demonstrating their authorization as approved distributors of TempArmour products, as the contract will not enter a competitive bidding process unless valid capabilities are presented. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Contracting Specialist Erica D Perry-Johnson at erica.perry-johnson@va.gov or by phone at 702-791-9000.

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    Erica D Perry-JohnsonContracting Specialist
    (702) 791-9000
    erica.perry-johnson@va.gov
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    36C24W25Q0080_2.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Griffin Chapman Environmental Inc. for the procurement of four vaccine refrigerators, specifically two large chest models (BFRV84) and two small chest models (BFR). This acquisition supports the establishment of the new VA Lancaster Clinic/Antelope Valley CBOC, ensuring proper storage of vaccines and medical products at controlled temperatures to prevent degradation. Interested vendors are invited to submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to provide these products, provided they possess authorization as an approved distributor/reseller of TempArmour's products. All responses must be submitted by March 12, 2025. The objective of this notice is to comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while indicating that this contract action will not enter a competitive bidding process unless valid capabilities are presented.
    P03 Single Source Justification.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to procure four specialized vaccine refrigerators from Griffin Chapman Environmental Inc. on a sole-source basis, in support of the new VA Lancaster Clinic. This acquisition, valued under the simplified acquisition threshold of $250K, is justified based on the unique characteristics and proprietary technology of the TempArmour refrigerators, which can maintain stable temperatures during power outages. The equipment is already utilized in the main VA facility, requiring no additional training for personnel, and Griffin Chapman is the sole distributor for these items. Market research was conducted to confirm that TempArmour is the only manufacturer capable of meeting these requirements. The contracting officer has approved the purchase as compliant with federal acquisition regulations, ensuring the procurement process aligns with established guidelines. This initiative demonstrates the VA's commitment to providing essential medical services with dependable equipment.
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