6640--ATR-FTIR Spectrophotometer

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its 256-NETWORK Contract Office 16 in Ridgeland, Mississippi, is conducting market research under Solicitation No. 36C25626Q0948 to acquire a new ATR-FTIR spectrophotometer with an ATR accessory for use at the GV Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. This sources sought notice is not a formal solicitation but aims to gather information from vendors to shape the eventual acquisition strategy, including potential use of IDIQ, GWAC, or GSA Schedule vehicles. The required system must be new, non-refurbished, and meet or exceed the technical specifications of the Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS20 model, including mid-IR spectral range, interferometer performance, and an ATR accessory with diamond or germanium crystal. The system must support FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance if applicable to research data handling and be compatible with U.S. power standards. All components must be delivered in new, undamaged condition and fully operational within 60 days of order receipt, including on-site installation, calibration, performance verification, and comprehensive training for VA research personnel. Only authorized distributors are eligible to respond, requiring submission of current OEM authorization letters to exclude gray-market products and ensure access to parts and technical support. Offerors must provide their Unique Entity Identifier and CAGE code, along with their business size classification as small or other than small under NAICS code 334516, and must disclose and certify any socioeconomic status such as Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Veteran-Owned Small Business, HUBZone, or 8(a) status, with valid SBA certification required for the latter. Non-manufacturer vendors must also demonstrate compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule. Responses must be submitted electronically via email to William.Shaver@va.gov by 7:00 AM CST on June 25, 2026, in Word or PDF format, with a subject line referencing the solicitation number. No CLINs, pricing, or contract values are included, as this is a pre-solicitation information-gathering effort. The contracting officer, William Shaver, is the sole point of contact, and the contracting officer representative and COR will be assigned after award. The place of performance is strictly the Jackson VA Medical Center, and contractor personnel must comply with VA facility access protocols. Packaging, marking, barcoding,