This government solicitation, 36C25526Q0085, from the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15, is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Pyxis ES Refrigerators for the Robert J Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, KS. The acquisition is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside, with a NAICS code of 333415 and a size standard of 1250 employees. The requirement is for one 13 Cubic Foot Pyxis ES Refrigerator and three 5 Cubic Foot Pyxis ES Refrigerators, including delivery, installation, and integration into the existing Pyxis ES System, with a manufacturer's warranty. Offerors must be authorized distributors and submit a detailed quote, an OEM letter, and confirm the country of manufacture. Responses are due by December 17, 2025, and will be evaluated on technical requirements, past performance, and price. This is a brand-specific requirement with a supporting Justification and Approval (J&A).
The document, "VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT," outlines the requirements for justifying a single-source procurement under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) when the purchase is below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). It mandates a description of market research conducted or a statement explaining its absence. The document also includes a certification section for the Contracting Officer to approve the purchase in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b), affirming the accuracy and completeness of the justification. This file is crucial for ensuring compliance and transparency in government contracting, particularly when bypassing competitive bidding for efficiency under specific thresholds.