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This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Veterans Affairs was posted on June 25, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

6835--Medical Grade Bulk Oxygen, Tank Rentals and Telemetry Services - Sources Sought Notice

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36C24226Q0737Federal

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The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified small business concerns, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, capable of providing medical-grade bulk liquid oxygen and associated tank systems and telemetry services for the Samuel S. Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, New York. This notice, issued under FAR Part 10 for informational purposes only, does not constitute a solicitation or create any obligation for the government to award a contract, nor will respondents be reimbursed for costs incurred in submitting information. The required services include the provision, installation, and maintenance of bulk oxygen tank systems, with contractor-furnished systems to be used where government-owned systems are unavailable, along with reserve backup systems and real-time off-site telemetry monitoring. All oxygen delivered must meet FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practices, United States Pharmacopeia standards, NFPA 55 and 99, OSHA regulations, and other applicable federal, state, and local codes. Contractors must guarantee 24/7 emergency delivery capability, provide training and written procedures for VA personnel, deliver a Certificate of Analysis with each shipment, perform minor maintenance on government-owned systems and full maintenance on contractor-supplied systems, and maintain liability insurance at required levels, including annual verification of licenses, certifications, and manufacturer authorization. Interested parties must submit a capability statement by 4:00 PM Eastern Time on July 6, 2026, electronically via email to Myra F. Green at Myra.Green2@va.gov, in either PDF or Word format. The capability statement must include the company’s UEI, business size classification, verification of SDVOSB or VOSB status if applicable, documented experience in supplying medical-grade bulk liquid oxygen and installing associated tank and telemetry systems, evidence of compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, proof of 24/7 emergency response and uninterrupted supply capability, examples of past performance in similar medical or institutional settings, and clear indication of whether the firm is a manufacturer or reseller with supporting authorization documentation. The anticipated contract, should a solicitation result from this notice, would have a base year starting approximately October 1, 2026, followed by four option years, for a potential five-year performance period. No contract value, pricing, or evaluation factors are specified at this stage, and the government will use responses to determine potential acquisition strategies, including possible small business set-asides. There are no packaging, labeling, or invoicing requirements specified, no COR or

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VA seeks small businesses to supply medical-grade bulk oxygen with telemetry at Albany facility, starting October 2026.

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Department Of Veterans Affairs → 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)View Agency

NAICS

325120 - Industrial Gas ManufacturingView NAICS

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Albany, NY, 12203, USA

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36C24226Q0737 - Medical Grade Bulk Oxygen Sources Sought Notice

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)
Contacts1 person available
OfficeALBANY, NY, 12208, USA
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Department Of Veterans Affairs → 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)
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Office AddressALBANY, NY, 12208, USA
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Myra F. GreenContracting Officer

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This is a Sources Sought Notice issued solely for market research and information gathering in accordance with FAR Part 10. This is not a solicitation and does not commit the Government to issue a solicitation or make an award. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is seeking information from qualified small business concerns, including SDVOSB/VOSB firms, capable of providing medical grade bulk liquid oxygen and associated tank systems and services for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), VISN 2.
Description of Requirement VISN 2 has a requirement for the delivery of medical grade bulk liquid oxygen to the Samuel S. Stratton VA Medical Center located in Albany, NY, along with contractor-furnished bulk oxygen tank systems (when Government-owned systems are not present), reserve backup systems, and off site telemetry monitoring. All oxygen must comply with FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practices, United States Pharmacopeia standards, NFPA 55 and 99, OSHA standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Contractor responsibilities include: Providing, installing, and maintaining bulk oxygen tank systems and telemetry monitoring. Delivering medical grade liquid oxygen in accordance with facility requirements, including 24/7 emergency delivery capability. Supplying training, written procedures, safety protocols, and emergency shutdown guidance for VA personnel. Performing minor maintenance on Government owned systems and full maintenance on contractor-furnished systems. Providing certificates of analysis with each delivery. Supporting installation, removal, and transition activities without interruption of oxygen supply. Maintaining liability insurance at required levels. Submitting annual verification of licensing, certifications, and manufacturer authorization.
Period of Performance The anticipated period of performance is a Base Year, followed by four (4) option years, for services beginning approximately October 1, 2026.
Capability Statement Requirements Interested parties shall submit a capability statement that includes the following at a minimum: Company name, address, point of contact, UEI number, and business size classification. Verification of small business socio economic status, including SDVOSB/VOSB verification if applicable. Demonstrated experience providing medical grade liquid oxygen, installation of bulk oxygen systems, and telemetry capability. Evidence of compliance with FDA, NFPA, OSHA, USP requirements, and associated quality control processes. Documentation of ability to provide 24/7 emergency support and sustain uninterrupted oxygen supply. Examples of past performance for similar work at medical or institutional facilities. Indication of whether the contractor is the manufacturer or reseller and documentation showing authorization to distribute medical grade oxygen.
Submission Instructions: Responses shall be submitted electronically in PDF or Word format to: Myra F. Green Contract Specialist Email: Myra.Green2@va.gov
Responses are due no later than 16:00 PM Eastern Time on July 06, 2026.
No phone calls will be accepted. This notice is for planning purposes only and will assist the VA in determining appropriate acquisition strategy, including potential set aside decisions.

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