J041--Ice machine cleaning and sanitizing
ID: 36C26126Q0194Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

Appliance Repair and Maintenance (811412)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING, AND AIR CIRCULATING EQUIPMENT (J041)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/974b381681644fb9a3d53462978249ef/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21, is seeking qualified vendors to provide ice machine cleaning and sanitizing services at the VA Central California Health Care System located in Fresno, California. The procurement includes quarterly cleaning and sanitizing of 19 ice machines, semi-annual water filter replacements, annual preventive maintenance, and emergency maintenance, with a requirement for contractors to have at least two years of relevant experience and licensed HVAC professionals on staff. This service is crucial for maintaining hygiene and operational efficiency in healthcare settings, ensuring the safety of ice production for patient care. Interested vendors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Veteran-Owned, and other Small Businesses, must respond with their company information and experience by December 18, 2025, at 12:00 PM PST, and can contact Contracting Officer Lacy Morgan at Lacy.Morgan@va.gov for further details.

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    Lacy MorganContracting Officer
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    Lacy.Morgan@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21, issued a Sources Sought Notice (Solicitation Number: 36C26126Q0194) for ice machine cleaning and sanitizing services at the VA Central California Health Care System in Fresno, CA. This notice is for market research to identify potential vendors, specifically Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Veteran-Owned, and other Small Businesses. The required services include quarterly cleaning and sanitizing of 19 ice machines (primarily Folett and Hoshizaki), semi-annual water filter replacement, annual preventive maintenance, and emergency maintenance. Contractors must have a minimum of two years' experience, provide a Contract Manager, and ensure technicians are licensed HVAC professionals. Responses, including company information, experience, and estimated pricing, are due by December 18, 2025, 12:00 PM PST.
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