J065--Annual Medical Gas Delivery Systems Testing and Inspection and Training (VA-26-00014193)
ID: 36C24526Q0081Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/8ad9c92b48b44effbdfa9aba8d2b15b3/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide annual medical gas delivery systems testing, inspection, and training for the VA Maryland Health Care System. The procurement encompasses three primary tasks: instructor-led training for VAMC staff on ASSE 6040 Medical Gas System Maintenance, comprehensive testing and certification of medical air, vacuum, and HVAC compressor equipment across three VA Medical Centers in Baltimore, Loch Raven, and Perry Point, and bi-annual preventative maintenance services for medical gas equipment. These services are critical for ensuring compliance with NFPA standards and maintaining the safety and functionality of medical gas systems used in healthcare settings. Interested parties should submit their capability statements to Keysha Gorman at Keysha.Gorman74@va.gov by November 2, 2025, at 11 PM, including their business size and SAM identification number.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Keysha GormanContracting Officer
    (410) 637-1513
    Keysha.Gorman74@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    36C24526Q0081_1.docx
    This Sources Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs outlines a requirement for annual medical gas delivery systems testing, inspection, and training for the VA Maryland Health Care System. The scope of work includes three main tasks: instructor-led ASSE 6040 Medical Gas System Maintenance training for VAMC staff, medical air, vacuum, and HVAC compressor equipment testing and certification across three locations (Baltimore, Loch Raven, and Perry Point VA Medical Centers), and preventative maintenance services for medical gas equipment. The testing and inspection must adhere to NFPA-99, NFPA-55, and NFPA-70 standards, covering alarm panels, zone valves, bulk oxygen systems, gas manifold systems, medical air and vacuum systems, and medical gas outlets. Preventative maintenance involves bi-annual visits, comprehensive inspections, and specific service tasks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and Joint Commission standards.
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