The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of a Dry Ice Machine for the James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in Mountain Home, Tennessee. The solicitation, identified by number 36C24925Q0040, requires a Dry Ice Pelletizer system capable of producing hard, dense ice pellets in 3mm and 16mm diameters, with a minimum production capacity of 55kg per hour, along with associated components such as a machine base and extruder plate. This equipment is crucial for supporting the medical facility's operational needs, ensuring compliance with federal procurement standards, including the Buy American Act. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by October 31, 2024, at 2 PM CDT, and direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Elizabeth Trimm via email, as phone calls are not permitted.