6515--***COVID-19*** 3M 1860 and 1860S RESPIRATORY MASKS

The Columbia VA Healthcare System, WJB Dorn VA Medical Center, is seeking suppliers capable of providing 3M 1860 or 1860S N95 respirator masks to support COVID-19 personal protective equipment needs. The masks must be the specific 3M models listed, surgical N95 particulate respirators, small size, blue cup style, fluid resistant, NIOSH certified, disposable, latex-free, and featuring a double band with nose foam and braided comfort strap. Substitutes are not currently authorized, so only these exact models will be accepted. The immediate requirement is for 2,100 boxes, with 20 masks per box, though quotes for any quantity will be considered, and partial shipments are permissible. Orders will be placed using a Government credit card, with additional procedures required for orders exceeding $100,000, including Manual Authorization Code issuance by US Bank. Vendors are encouraged to include a 3% credit card processing fee if applicable in their pricing. Interested parties should submit their quotes and inquiries by contacting the Contracting Officer, Joseph Locke, via email, clearly identifying the subject as related to COVID-19 N95 masks. The contract was posted on May 15, 2020, under solicitation number 36C24720Q0614, classified under NAICS code 339113, with the Department of Veterans Affairs managing the process.