4110--Countertop Ice and Water Dispenser
ID: 36C26226Q0162Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

REFRIGERATION EQUIPMENT (4110)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/821efcf5e25f4dca91e51ac264bbe7c6/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotes from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) for the procurement of countertop ice and water dispensers and associated filter cartridges for the Phoenix Healthcare System. The requirement includes six Follett Champion 15 Countertop Ice and Water Dispensers (Model# 15CI112A-IW-CL-ST-00 or equal) and six Follett Claris replacement filter cartridges, with specific performance characteristics such as a minimum ice production of 100 lbs/day and sanitation features. This procurement is crucial for enhancing the healthcare services provided to veterans, ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water and ice. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by December 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, and direct any questions to Contract Specialist Melissa Ramirez at Melissa.Ramirez8@va.gov by December 9, 2025.

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    Melissa RamirezContract Specialist
    Melissa.Ramirez8@va.gov
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    36C26226Q0162.docx
    This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice, 36C26226Q0162, is a request for quotes from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) for the Department of Veterans Affairs Phoenix Healthcare System. The VA intends to purchase six Follett Champion 15 Countertop Ice and Water Dispensers (Model# 15CI112A-IW-CL-ST-00 or equal) and six Follett Claris replacement filter cartridges (or equal). Key requirements for the dispenser include a minimum 100 lbs/day ice production, 15 lbs ice storage, internal water filter, sanitation features (UV light, antimicrobial shield), capacitive touch display, and a drainless design. Offerors must submit a complete quote with pricing and lead time, brand/model number, and if offering an “equal to” product, documentation proving it meets salient characteristics. All offerors must complete and sign the C.6 VAAR 852.219-76 Limitation on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance, and if applicable, E.6 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate. Submissions are due by December 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time. Questions must be submitted via email by December 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time. All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
    LoS Certificate of Compliance_Return with Quote.pdf
    VAAR 852.219-76 outlines the VA's limitations on subcontracting for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) for supplies and products. This clause, applicable to federal government RFPs, requires offerors to certify compliance with subcontracting limits, ensuring that no more than 50% of the government-paid amount goes to non-certified firms. For non-manufacturers, the product must be from a domestic small business manufacturer unless waived. Offerors must also certify their status as a manufacturer or non-manufacturer, meeting specific criteria. False certifications can lead to severe penalties, including prosecution. The VA reserves the right to request documentation to verify compliance during and after contract performance, with non-compliance potentially resulting in remedial action. A formal certification must be completed and submitted with the offer; otherwise, the offer will be deemed ineligible.
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