H146--DENTAL WATERLINE TESTING
ID: 36C25224Q0727Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

QUALITY CONTROL- WATER PURIFICATION AND SEWAGE TREATMENT EQUIPMENT (H146)

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https://sam.gov/opp/48faf5a810c64f7a819f8e65e6b04bad/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to execute a sole-source procurement for Dental Waterline Testing services at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, IL. The contract will be awarded to Venergy Group, LLC, a certified service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB), with an estimated value not exceeding $5 million. This specialized service is crucial for maintaining the quality and safety of dental waterlines, ensuring compliance with health standards. Interested parties can reach out to Contract Specialist Laura Broacha at Laura.Broacha@va.gov or by phone at 414-844-4896 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Laura BroachaContract Specialist
    (414) 844-4896
    Laura.Broacha@va.gov
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    36C25224Q0727_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to execute a sole-source procurement for Dental Waterline Testing services at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, IL. This decision, under Public Law 109 Sec. 502 and VAAR 819.7008, anticipates contracting with Venergy Group, LLC, a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB). The estimated award will not exceed $5 million, and the action complies with federal requisites for sole-source contracts, ensuring that the potential contractor is deemed responsible and that the pricing is fair and reasonable. This specialized procurement method allows the contracting officer the discretion to prioritize SDVOSBs and is intended to support the broader participation of such businesses while meeting government needs efficiently. The announcement clarifies that this posting does not solicit competitive bids, emphasizing the unique qualifications of the chosen contractor.
    36C25224Q0727.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking market research responses for the quarterly testing of dental unit waterlines at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, IL, and the Adam Benjamin Jr. Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Crown Point, IN. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify organizations capable of providing the necessary testing services, which are critical for compliance with standards set by the Department of Veterans Affairs, AAMI, and CMS guidelines. Interested parties are invited to submit their organizational information and tailored capability statements by August 26, 2024. It is emphasized that this notice serves only as a means to gauge market capacity and does not constitute a request for proposals. Submitted information will remain proprietary, and the government will determine the appropriate procurement methods based on the responses. This effort indicates a proactive approach to ensure safety and regulatory compliance in dental healthcare services within the Veterans Affairs system.
    Statement of Work.docx
    The Veterans Administration, specifically the Jesse Brown VAMC Dental Clinic and Adam Benjamin Jr., OPC Dental Clinic, seeks a contractor for the collection, testing, and reporting of dental waterlines samples to ensure microbiologic quality compliant with Department of Veterans Affairs and CMS standards. The contractor will perform quarterly water testing, requiring 60 samples from the Jesse Brown Clinic and 30 from the Adam Benjamin Clinic, utilizing standardized methods. Testing will focus on Heterotrophic Plate Counts, reporting results of cautionary (over 200 cfu) and positive (over 500 cfu) findings to the Dental Service Chief immediately, with all final results submitted within 48 hours. Services will be conducted during off-peak hours, with samples collected in sterile containers to maintain integrity during transport. Arrangements for work scheduling must be coordinated with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The document prescribes contractor experience requirements, emphasizing compliance and quality assurance in water provision to patients. This performance work statement outlines the essential processes and responsibilities of contractors to maintain high standards for dental waterline safety, reflecting the federal commitment to veteran health services.
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