6640--Lab Dishwasher
ID: 36C26326Q0267Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/06bb35a210fc488e8c6c152f159359ef/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 23, is seeking qualified vendors to provide a laboratory dishwasher, specifically a Brand Name or equal to the Steris Reliance 400XL Dishwasher. The procurement includes a range of specific requirements such as steam heating, a heat recovery system, and dimensions that fit within a designated space, along with various accessories and installation services. This specialized equipment is crucial for cleaning and sterilizing laboratory glassware in a rigorous scientific environment. Interested small businesses must respond to the Sources Sought Notice by January 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time, and can direct inquiries to Contracting Specialist Jennifer Watkins-Schoenig at jennifer.watkins-schoenig@va.gov or by phone at 319-688-3631.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer Watkins-SchoenigContracting Specialist
    (319) 688-3631
    jennifer.watkins-schoenig@va.gov
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    36C26326Q0267.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 23 has issued a Sources Sought Notice for a lab dishwasher. This notice, solicitation number 36C26326Q0267, is a set-aside for Small Business Administration (SBA) and falls under product service code 6640 and NAICS code 334516. Responses are due by January 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time, Chicago, USA. The contracting office is located in Coralville, IA, and the point of contact for inquiries is Contracting Specialist Jennifer Watkins-Schoenig. The notice indicates that specifications for the lab dishwasher are provided in an attached document.
    Specifications.docx
    This document outlines the salient characteristics and requirements for a laboratory dishwasher, specifically seeking a Brand Name or equal to Steris Reliance 400XL Dishwasher. The procurement includes one Reliance 400XLS Laboratory Glassware Washer with steam heating, a heat recovery system, specific dimensions (42”x 80” x 34”), a color touchscreen PLC, programmable cycles, and HEPA-filtered drying. Additional required components include a non-vented drying system, a non-recirculated heated pure water rinse system, drain discharge cool down, an installation kit, an air compressor, two universal shelving systems, various baskets and headers for different glassware sizes, a transfer cart, and storage solutions for accessories. The Buy American Act applies, and vendors must state the place of manufacture. The services required include delivery and installation at the Sioux Falls VA Medical Center within 90-120 days of the award, along with operator training.
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