4110--Upright Freezers and LN2 Container

The Department of Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for the procurement of laboratory storage equipment, specifically upright freezers, an LN2 container, and a vapor platform. This requirement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333415, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The procurement is conducted as a request for quotes for commercial items under FAR Subpart 12.6. Key deliverables include PHCbi VIP ECO upright freezers, a Custom BioGenic Systems LN2 container with an autofill-monitor system, and a Custom BioGenic Systems vapor platform. Additionally, the contract requires white glove delivery services, which encompass professional unpacking, relocation to the final destination, and onsite installation and assembly. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the government based on price. Offerors must be original equipment manufacturers, authorized dealers, distributors, or resellers, and must provide documentation such as OEM authorization letters to verify their status and prevent the supply of counterfeit items. Technical requirements for the freezers include ISO9001, ISO13485, and ISO14001 certifications, a NEMA 5-20P plug type, and a temperature range of -40°C to -86°C. Submissions must include complete pricing, estimated lead times, brand and model details, and Buy American certificates if providing non-domestic items. Following multiple amendments, the final response deadline is September 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM PDT.