6830--Dry Ice for Frozen Specimens
ID: 36C25625Q0056Type: Sources Sought
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

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Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

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GASES: COMPRESSED AND LIQUEFIED (6830)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e26439e13df743ccacdd78753e349515/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 16, is seeking information from potential vendors regarding the procurement of dry ice for frozen specimens, with an anticipated weekly shipment of 275 lbs. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify sources that can assist in defining the procurement strategy for a forthcoming solicitation, emphasizing the importance of compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule and the necessity for vendors to provide documentation regarding their manufacturing capabilities and business size. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses, including estimated market pricing and relevant qualifications, by 3:00 pm (CST) on October 18, 2024, to Lakeisha White at lakeisha.white@va.gov, as this information will be utilized solely for market research purposes.

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    lakeisha.white@va.govLakeisha White
    (601) 206-6959
    Lakeisha.White@va.gov
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