RFI 36C24226Q0607.pdf

Please note that this is NOT a request for quotes or proposals, the Government is seeking information for market research purposes only. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2 is currently conducting a market survey to locate qualified firms capable of the procurement of packaged heat pump units to support facility HVAC operations at the East Orange campus

The VA New Jersey Healthcare System is seeking a brand name or equal to purchase the replacement or addition of current, in-house equipment:

Brand Name or Equal to Bard W36HF-A10XXXXXXX

Type: Packaged heat pump unit

Cooling Capacity: Approximately 3 tons (approximately 36,000 BTU/hr)

Heating Method: Reversing cycle heat pump

Refrigerant: R-410A or equivalent EPA-approved refrigerant

Electrical Requirements: Compatible with standard commercial electrical service (208/230V or equivalent as applicable)

Airflow Capacity: Approximately 1,200–1,400 CFM or appropriate airflow capacity for a 3-ton HVAC system

Construction: Weather-resistant cabinet suitable for commercial HVAC applications

Controls: Compatible with standard commercial thermostat control systems

Compliance: Equipment shall comply with applicable UL safety standards, DOE energy efficiency requirements, and standard HVAC industry practices

Those capable of providing these services should submit a statement regarding their capability on a document containing the official company letterhead. Additionally, those interested and capable shall provide a designated point of contact, the business DUNS Number, and the business Socioeconomic status in their response to this posting.

The North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) is 333415. The purpose of this notice is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification/ socioeconomic status (service-disabled veteran owned small business, veteran owned small business, HUB Zone, 8(a), small business or large business), relative to NAICS 333415.

Responses to this notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. Responses to this notice should include company/individual name, a service capability statement, examples of similar facilities for which you have provided services to, DUNS number, address, point of contact and social-economic category (ex: SBVOSB, VOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, EDWOSB, Small Business). If your firm is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned or Veteran Owned Small Business, you must be VERIFIED. Contractor must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM), (see internet site: http://www.sam.gov).

Responses to this notice must be submitted in writing via email to Morgan.Weeks1@va.gov and must be received not later than May 13, 2026 by 10AM EST. No telephone inquiries will be http://www.sam.gov/ mailto:Morgan.Weeks1@va.gov accepted. Interested firms are encouraged to also add their information to the interested vendors list for this announcement.

Facility Address:

Department of Veterans Affairs East Orange. 385 Tremont Ave, East Orange NJ 07018

DISCLAIMER

This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.

Brand Name or Equal to Bard W36HF-A10XXXXXXX

Type: Packaged heat pump unit

Cooling Capacity: Approximately 3 tons (approximately 36,000 BTU/hr)

Heating Method: Reversing cycle heat pump

Refrigerant: R-410A or equivalent EPA-approved refrigerant

Electrical Requirements: Compatible with standard commercial electrical service (208/230V or equivalent as applicable)

Airflow Capacity: Approximately 1,200–1,400 CFM or appropriate airflow capacity for a 3-ton HVAC system

Construction: Weather-resistant cabinet suitable for commercial HVAC applications

Controls: Compatible with standard commercial thermostat control systems

Compliance: Equipment shall comply with applicable UL safety standards, DOE energy efficiency requirements, and standard HVAC industry practices

4. Quantity

The contractor shall provide:

Five (5) packaged heat pump units meeting the specifications listed above.

5. Brand Name or Equal

Brand names referenced in supporting documentation are intended only to establish a reference for quality, capacity, and compatibility. Products offered shall be brand name or equal, provided that the proposed equipment meets or exceeds the minimum specifications described above.

DISCLAIMER