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6640--Biosafety Cabinets Federal contract opportunity
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36C26326Q0445
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Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 23

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This is an Amendment to Solicitation (SF 30) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 23 in Coralville, Iowa, modifying solicitation number 36C26326Q0445 dated March 23, 2026. The amendment extends the offer receipt deadline to April 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM CDT and updates product specifications to remove installation requirements.

The solicitation seeks research biosafety cabinets and warranty services for biosafety level 2 labs at the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System. The requirement includes delivery of equipment meeting brand name or equal specifications to Labconco Logic Type A2 biosafety cabinets. Specifically required are: two 5-foot Class II Type A2 biological safety cabinets with 10-inch sash (115V/50-60Hz compatible, with UV light, Vacu-Pass portals, HEPA filtration, and specified dimension constraints); two universal hydraulic base stands rated for 1,000 pounds with programmable memory positions and adjustable heights of 28–40 inches; airflow sensor displays monitoring inflow and downflow velocity; two stainless steel magnetic shelves; two cord management systems with hooks and carabiners; one magnetic pipette rack; one magnetic waste bag holder; and one magnetic pipette aid holder. Delivery to the ground-level research building at 2501 West 22nd Street, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105 is required 90–120 days after award with at least ten days' notice. Warranty coverage includes one year or the manufacturer's warranty, whichever is greater. Work is restricted to standard business hours of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays.

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5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)

CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

CODE

6. ISSUED BY

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED

PAGE OF PAGES

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED

BPA NO. 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

FACILITY CODE CODE

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

E. IMPORTANT:

is extended,

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning __________ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

(REV. 11/2016)

is required to sign this document and return ___________ copies to the issuing office. is not, A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

15C. DATE SIGNED

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER

Contractor

16C. DATE SIGNED

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

STANDARD FORM 30 PREVIOUS EDITION NOT USABLE

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

(Type or print) (Type or print)

(Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

(Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code)

(If other than Item 6)

(Specify type of modification and authority)

(such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.)

(If required)

(SEE ITEM 11)

(SEE ITEM 13)

(X)

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13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

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A0001 04-08-2026

36C263

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 23

1303 5TH STREET, SUITE 300

CORALVILLE IA 52241

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 23

1303 5TH STREET, SUITE 300

CORALVILLE IA 52241

36C26326Q0445

03-23-2026

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** HOUR & DATE for Receipt of Offers is EXTENDED to: 04-15-2026 4:00 PM CDT

See CONTINUATION Page Unchanged

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The purpose of this amendment is to:

1. Update the specifications to remove language requiring installation. There is no installation required. See pages 2-3 for updated specifications.

2. Extend the due date to 4/15/26 at 4:00 PM CST.

3. All other terms and conditions remain the same.

Joshua Imdacha Contracting Officer

CONTINUATION PAGE

STATEMENT OF WORK - Functional/Performance/Specification (Brand Name or Equal)

1.0 General Scope

This requirement includes research biosafety cabinet and warranty services as required for biosafety level (BSL) 2 labs.

2.0 Performance Requirements

Delivery to the Research building, a one level building located on the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System campus at 2501 West 22nd Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57105. Ground level unloading is required. VA will provide a schedule update at the time of award. At least ten-day notice prior to delivery is required.

Duty hours will be 8am to 430pm, Monday thru Friday excluding holidays. The Government recognized US holidays are: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. If the holiday falls on Sunday, it is observed on Monday.

3.0 PRODUCT (Functional/Performance/Specification (Brand Name or Equal))

This requirement includes meeting brand name or equal to Labconco biosafety cabinet, Logic Type A2. The system includes biosafety cabinet (Logic class II, Type A2), Logic A2 airflow sensor, 5 ft universal hydraulic stand, interior stainless-steel shelf, cord management system, magnetic pipette rack, magnetic waste bag holder, and magnetic pipette aid holder.

Sioux Falls VA Health Care System requires the following:

A. QTY 2: 5' Cell, Class II, Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinet with 10” sash

• Electrical must be compatible with a 115V / 50/60 Hz / connection.

• Must have service fixtures on the right side of the BSC

• Must provide at least a 5” full color touchscreen display at a minimum.

• Must provide a UV light to the biosafety cabinet work area (internal) which is only operational when the sash is closed.

• Must have a right and left side Vacu-Pass portals

• Must have supply & exhaust to the room with HEPA filtration

• Exterior dimensions no larger than 66.4” x 61.9” x 32” (WxHxD)

• Interior work surface at least 60.5” x 32” x 25.7” (WxHxD)

B. QTY 2: Universal Hydraulic Base Stand Universal, 5ft 115V

• Must support up to 1,000 lbs. (454 kg)

• Must have epoxy-coated steel frame

• Must be able to provide adjustability for working heights of 28–40"

• Must allow for at least Four user-programmable memory positions

• Must provide a minimum of a 5" (12.7 cm) diameter, toe-locking, glass-filled nylon casters that are resistant to most chemicals.

• Must provide front-accessible up/down switch, right or left side compatible

• Must provide programmable safety stops to limit upper and lower travel

C. Airflow Sensor Display

• Display inflow and downflow velocity on cabinet’s screen

• Target inflow: at least 105 feet per minute (fpm)

• Target downflow: at least 55 feet per minute (fpm)

D. QTY 2: Stainless Shelf

• 8” x 5” or compatible with cabinet provided

• Must be magnetic (for proper cleaning/sterilization)

• Capable of holding a weight of at least 2.2lbs

E. QTY 2: Cord Management Systems, each consisting of:

• Must provide 3x mounting stainless steel hooks or compatible management system to secure all cords and tubing.

• Must provide 3x carabiners or compatible management system to secure all cords and tubing.

F. QTY 1: Pipette Rack

• Must hold at least 4 standard lab pipettes and one standard pipette aid

G. QTY 1: Magnetic Waste Bag Holder

• Must hold one standard benchtop biowaste bag (8.5” x 11”0)

H. QTY 1: Pipette Aid Holder

• Must be compatible with pipette rack

7.0 SERVICES

Service required includes delivery of the research equipment to the research building at Sioux Falls VA Medical Center 2501 W 22nd St Sioux Falls SD, 57105, 90-120 days after award, in coordination with the Sioux Falls VA prior to delivery.

Warranty Information – 1 Year Warranty or Manufacturer’s Warranty – Whichever is greater.

STATEMENT OF WORK - Functional/Performance/Specification (Brand Name or Equal)

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