8145--Cooler & Gel Packs IDIQ
ID: 36C77025R0002Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL CMOP OFFICE (36C770)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing (326140)

PSC

SPECIALIZED SHIPPING AND STORAGE CONTAINERS (8145)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ff56232b8148406b8488e189f15ef6a9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to procure coolers and gel packs for the Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) across seven locations. The procurement aims to secure various sizes of coolers and gel packs, both frozen and unfrozen, essential for the safe transportation of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals while adhering to strict temperature storage standards. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards in the delivery of critical medical supplies to veterans, emphasizing compliance with temperature regulations during transit. Interested vendors must submit three product samples for testing by the solicitation deadline, with the solicitation package expected to be available on SAM.gov around February 21, 2025, and proposals due by March 21, 2025. For inquiries, vendors can contact Larry Zaritz at larry.zaritz@va.gov or call 913-684-0156.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Larry ZaritzContracting Officer
    913-64-0156
    larry.zaritz@va.gov
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    36C77025R0002_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to procure coolers and gel packs for the Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) across seven locations. The items required include various sizes of coolers and gel packs, both frozen and unfrozen, to ensure the safe transportation of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals. Interested vendors must provide all requested items and submit three samples for testing by the solicitation deadline. The solicitation, identified as 36C77025R0002, will be available on SAM.gov around February 21, 2025, with a submission deadline expected around March 21, 2025. Quotes are to be directed to the designated contact, Larry Zaritz. This solicitation supports the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards in the delivery of critical medical supplies to veterans and emphasizes the importance of compliance with temperature regulations during transit.
    Statement of Requirements V4.2 Final.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks proposals for shipping containers, specifically coolers and gel packs, to support its Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) operations. These containers are essential for transporting temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals while maintaining regulatory compliance with temperature storage standards, specifically holding a mean kinetic temperature at or below 45°F for a minimum of 48 hours. The document outlines the need for passive thermal containers using phase change materials such as frozen gel packs, with specific designs and construction requirements for coolers, including biobased content mandates under the USDA Bio-Preferred Program. Multiple CMOP locations will receive shipments, and vendors must comply with detailed specifications about cooler dimensions and materials. Additionally, samples of proposed products must be submitted for testing to ensure they meet the required standards. Regular deliveries will be necessary to accommodate fluctuating demand. This RFP underscores the VA's commitment to proper pharmaceutical handling through sustainable practices while seeking reliable suppliers for effective temperature-controlled distribution.
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