The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of Personal Protective Equipment Uniforms. It serves as a market survey to identify small businesses capable of fulfilling this contract, specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC). The solicitation number is 36C24725Q0426, and responses are due by March 19, 2025, at 11 AM Eastern Time. The contract will be managed by the VISN 7 Network Contracting Office located in Tucker, Georgia. The notice clarifies that it is not a formal request for proposals or bids but rather seeks information about potential sources for the specified products. Interested parties are invited to contact Gail Bargaineer via email or phone for any inquiries. This initiative reflects the government's ongoing efforts to support small businesses, especially those owned by veterans, while ensuring the procurement of necessary equipment for operational needs.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking small business sources for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Uniform Rental services for the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center (RHJVAMC) in Charleston, SC. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify qualified small businesses—including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, 8(a), Women-Owned, and Small Disadvantaged entities—under NAICS code 812332 with a size standard of $47 million. The prospective contract, structured as an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) award, will cover uniform rental and maintenance services for up to 40 employees, ensuring the uniforms meet specific arc flash ratings as defined by the National Fire Protection Association.
Interested businesses are required to submit a Market Research Questionnaire detailing their capabilities, socio-economic status, and registration information. Responses are due by March 19, 2025. This notice does not constitute a solicitation but serves to inform the VA's future acquisition strategy by gauging interest and capability among small businesses. All responses are voluntary, with no reimbursement for associated costs. The VA emphasizes the importance of registered entities in the System for Award Management (SAM) for future solicitations.