Supply of Ultra Low (-80°C) Freezers with LN2 Backup

This contract involves the procurement of two ultra-low temperature freezers capable of maintaining -80°C, each equipped with five inner doors to facilitate organized storage. Additionally, the freezers will be integrated with liquid nitrogen backup systems to ensure uninterrupted cold storage, critical for preserving sensitive biological materials at a VA medical facility in Albuquerque. The contract is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs through the 262-NETWORK Contract Office 22 and falls under the NAICS code 333318, indicating manufacturing of commercial and service industry machinery. The solicitation was posted on May 22, 2026, with responses due by May 29, 2026, highlighting a short turnaround for subcontractor engagement. Although specific set-asides and organizational types are not detailed, the focus is on ensuring reliable and advanced cold storage solutions to meet the stringent preservation requirements at this healthcare site. The contract emphasizes both the technical specifications of ultra-low temperature capability and backup redundancy systems, underlining its critical role in supporting veterans' medical research and storage needs.