6515--(Shawn Lawrence) 689-25-2-4829-0031: Steris Sterilizers (VA-25-00033083)
ID: 36C24125Q0222Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to STERIS Corporation for comprehensive maintenance services of STERIS Sterilizers at the Veterans Health Administration Connecticut Healthcare System's West Haven and Newington Campuses. This contract will include an initial base year of service, with the option for four additional years at the discretion of the government, emphasizing the critical need for reliable sterilization equipment in healthcare settings. Interested parties are invited to submit capability statements for future procurement considerations to Shawn Lawrence at Shawn.Lawrence@va.gov by 3:00 PM EST on February 14, 2025. This procurement follows simplified acquisition procedures as outlined in FAR 13-501 and does not constitute a request for quotes or solicit offers.

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    Shawn.Lawrence@va.govShawn Lawrence
    (203) 932-5711
    Shawn.Lawrence@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to STERIS Corporation for maintenance services of STERIS Sterilizers at the Veterans Health Administration Connecticut Healthcare System's West Haven and Newington Campuses. The contract will cover an initial base year, with the option for four additional years at the government's discretion. This procurement follows simplified acquisition procedures as permitted by FAR 13-501. This special notice does not constitute a request for quotes or solicit offers but invites all responsible sources to submit capability statements for consideration in future procurements. Interested parties should submit these statements to Shawn Lawrence by 3:00 PM EST on February 14, 2025. The document outlines the necessary contact information and the procurement process details while emphasizing this maintenance contract's exclusive nature.
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