6515--Helmer Fridge Pedestals

The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 17 is soliciting quotes for the delivery, unpacking, installation, calibration, testing, and evaluation of 104 pedestals for undercounter pharmacy medication refrigerators and freezers. The equipment must be Helmer Scientific P/N 402033-1 or a compatible equal that meets specific salient characteristics, including dimensions of 24 inches width, 24 inches depth, and 17.5 inches height, with a maximum weight of 42 pounds. The installation will be conducted in a phased approach across multiple sites, including the Dallas and Bonham VA Medical Centers and various outpatient clinics, to minimize operational disruptions. A one-year warranty from the date of the first invoice is required, and the contractor must provide a qualified Program Manager to coordinate with VA representatives. This procurement is a total set-aside for certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) under NAICS code 333415. Award will be based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, following a completeness review of all submissions. Offerors must provide a fully completed 34-page SF 1449, signed SF30 amendments, and detailed product literature including pictures and specifications. Mandatory invoicing must be processed through the Tungsten Network. The response deadline is September 2, 2026, and all submissions must be directed to the contracting officer, Joseph A. Leyte.