6515--SPS Reprocessing Sinks

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 23, is conducting market research to evaluate industry capabilities for the procurement and installation of Steris Medivators 61 GI Reprocessing Sinks at the VA Central Iowa Health Care System in Des Moines, Iowa. This sources-sought notice, identified by solicitation number 36C26326Q0657, seeks information from potential contractors to determine market readiness for delivering and installing these critical sterilization reprocessing systems, which are essential to maintaining high patient care standards and reducing ergonomic strain on sterile processing staff. The work scope involves full delivery, unpacking, installation, configuration, testing, and staff training in strict accordance with the manufacturer's specifications, with particular emphasis on ensuring proper functionality, safety, and the establishment of negative pressure environments to enhance contamination control within the sterile processing area. All work must be performed by technicians certified by the manufacturer or an authorized agent, and contractors are expected to provide comprehensive documentation including installation records, test results, user manuals, and training materials. Responses must be submitted electronically by 3:00 PM Central Time on May 18, 2026, to the designated Contract Officer email address, and must include company details, DUNS number, a capability statement demonstrating relevant experience under NAICS code 339113, and evidence of past performance with similar medical equipment. While the notice does not specify pricing, quantities, contract value, or formal contract clauses, it requires respondents to indicate their business size and socioeconomic status, though no certifications have been selected at this stage. The place of performance is clearly defined as the VA facility in Des Moines, Iowa, and acceptance of the system will occur on-site after successful installation and operational testing. The notice is strictly for market research purposes under FAR 15.201(e) and does not constitute a solicitation for offers or a binding contract; no formal evaluation factors, award criteria, packaging specifications, or payment terms are included. The Contracting Officer, Scott Morrison, is the sole point of contact for submissions, and no COR or COTR has been designated yet.