4120--Brand Name Only Liberty PCW Chilled Water 5 Ton Cooling Unit
ID: 36C24425Q0350Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

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

PSC

AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT (4120)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking potential suppliers for two Liebert PCW Chilled Water 5 Ton Cooling Units, specifically Part# PW017UC1C109ES, for the Erie VA Medical Center. This procurement is urgent due to the repeated failures of the current cooling system, which is vital for maintaining the IT infrastructure that supports essential healthcare services. The VA requires units that meet specific compatibility and operational parameters to ensure reliable cooling solutions and uninterrupted healthcare operations. Interested respondents must provide their company details and respond to questions regarding business size, manufacturing, and capability by February 20, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Contract Specialist McDaniel Brayboy III at mcdaniel.brayboy@va.gov or call 916-841-7834.

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    McDaniel Brayboy IIIContract Specialist
    (916) 841-7834
    mcdaniel.brayboy@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential suppliers for two Liebert PCW Chilled Water 5 Ton Cooling Units, specifically Part# PW017UC1C109ES, for the Erie VA Medical Center. This urgent procurement is prompted by the repeated failures of the current cooling system, which is critical for maintaining IT infrastructure that supports essential healthcare services. The VA requires units that meet specific compatibility and operational parameters, including sufficient cooling capacity and integration with existing systems. Interested respondents must provide their company details and respond to questions about business size, manufacturing, and capability by February 20, 2025. Although this notice is solely for information and planning, it emphasizes the government's need to secure reliable cooling solutions in a timely manner, ensuring uninterrupted healthcare operations.
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