Q301--Water Quality Laboratory Testing Services

Solicitation 36C26326Q0973 is a request for quotes from the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, for water quality laboratory testing services at the VA Saint Cloud Health Care System in Minnesota. The contractor will provide monthly and quarterly testing for critical water, utility water, and steam condensate for the Sterile Processing Service and Facility Management Departments. Key responsibilities include providing all sampling supplies and containers, picking up samples, and ensuring strict chain of custody procedures. The scope includes twenty retests per year and requires the vendor to notify the VA of any out-of-compliance results within 24 hours or one working day. All testing must adhere to ANSI/AAMI ST108 and VHA Directive 1116 standards. The contract is a firm-fixed-price award with a base period of performance from January 15, 2027, to January 14, 2028, and four optional one-year extension periods. Award will be based on the lowest price from a responsible offeror. To be eligible, the performing laboratory must be accredited by the Minnesota Department Health Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management and submit quotes via email to the Contracting Officer by September 14, 2026. The procurement falls under NAICS code 541380 and includes specific labor requirements per the Minnesota wage determination for Benton and Stearns counties.