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SUBJECT*

Getine 9100 Series Washer Disinfector

GENERAL INFORMATION

Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System Network Contracting Office 16 400 Veterans Avenue Biloxi MS 39531

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contracting Officer D. Rene' Impey rene.impey@va.gov

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System

Network Contracting Officer 16

400 Veterans Avenue

Biloxi MS

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY.

This SOURCE SOUGHT NOTICE is for the purpose of Market Research. Response to this notice will be used for information and planning purposes. No proposals or quotes are being requested or accepted with this notice. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR PROPOSALS or QUOTES and NO CONTRACT SHALL BE AWARDED FROM THIS NOTICE. This notice shall NOT be construed as solicitation or as an obligation on the part of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Responses to this notice is not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation.

The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System is seeking preferably Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), or Small Businesses (but will accept other than small business for market research purposes), capable of providing one (1) Getinge 9100 series Washer-Disinfector (brand name only) for the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System, Sterile Processing Service, 400 Veterans Avenue, Biloxi, MS. It is noted that Limitations on Subcontracting requirements will apply to a future solicitation and contract for this requirement. Contractors who are contemplating their interest and/or participation in this procurement should familiarize themselves with these requirements as adherence will be required.

See DRAFT Statement of Work for detailed description of services.

The NAICS code is 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing and the Size Standard is 800 employees. Responses must be received by no later than 12:00 p.m. Central Time, Thursday, July 30, 2026. Responses shall be emailed to rene.impey@va.gov. Facsimile or Telephonic responses will not be accepted. Responses shall contain Capabilities Statements to include the following:

Contractors shall also provide the following:

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· Proof that you are an authorized dealer and/or any qualifying certifications that may be required to perform the service.

· Is your company considered a small business concern, Small Business (SB), Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone), or 8A concern under the NAICS 339113?

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Sources Sought Notice

DRAFT Statement of Work Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System Biloxi, MS

1. Contract Title: Sterile Processing Service, Getinge 9100 Cart Washer.

2. Background: The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System (GCVHCS) Sterile Processing Service (SPS) utilizes the Getinge Cart Washer to reprocess surgical case carts in the operating room and clinical areas. The current cart washer is at its life expectancy and needs to be replaced.

3. Scope: SPS would like to procure one (1) (brand name only) Getinge 9100 Cart Washer. This equipment is needed to reprocess all surgical and clinical case carts.

4. Specifications/Characteristics:

· This must be a turn-key installation to include demolition, containment, and disposal of an old cart washer. This must also include the installation, set-up, calibration, and testing of new cart washer with facings.

· This equipment must be fully compatible with the Getinge Chemical Dosing Management System (DMS) that is already in place.

· Equipment Requirements include:

· High volume flow wash – effective for cleaning, rinsing and drying

· Level-walkable flooring

· Efficiency tank system reduces consumption and speeds up processes (option)

· Adapted wash carts including models with removable spray arms (accessory)

· Instrument wash cart (accessory) for cleaning of surgical instruments

· Full-view, power sliding glass door(s) for loading and unloading

· Control panel with a 10” color touchscreen, with mechanical protection against external damage

· Front panels are openable with hinge for easy access of components for service

· Dryer with heat exchanger

· Automatic damper for ventilation exhaust

· Debris filter in chamber floor, 2.0 mm (0.078”) mesh size

· Debris filter assembly in water circulation, 1 mm (0.039”) mesh size

· Drain tank

· Airgap according to EN1717

· Low point drain valve

· Floor tilt for improved water drip-off for load with horizontal surfaces

· 2 x detergent dosing pumps

· 2 x suction lance adjustable for 5-25L (1-6.6 gal.) detergent containers

· CW and HW inlet connections

· Single door with horizontal door rail

· Tempered glass door with safe Vision In Process

· Oscillating nozzles (96 to 128 pcs depending on chamber size) with simultaneously optimum water coverage for superior cleaning performance

· Efficient heating insulation for chamber, pipes and heating system

· Automatic water level control, with optimal filling of water each time

· Guide rails in floor for safe and easy control of wash carts while loading

· Adjustable protection bars (4 pcs) to prevent damage of cleaning nozzles while loading

· Items must be new, not refurbished. Any damages/shortages are the vendor’s responsibility.

· One-time delivery order. All equipment shall be delivered within 30 days of awarded contract.

· Vendors must work with facility stakeholders and meet safety and environmental requirements:

· Electrical/utility requirements

· Infection control compliance requirements

· Coordination with Biomed, Engineers, and Facility Management

The C&A requirements do not apply, and a Security Accreditation Package is not required.

5. Delivery: