Salient Characteristics Worksheet.doc
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- Solicitation number
- 36C26126Q0974
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This is a Salient Characteristics Worksheet for a pre-solicitation requirement at the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 21 (Palo Alto VA). The solicitation number is 36C26126Q0974, and the requirement is for the purchase of two (2) State (AO Smith) 119 Gas Water Heater BTH 500A 300 units to replace existing broken hot water heaters within Building 9 of the Palo Alto VA Hospital. The specified equipment features integrated electronic controls with advanced diagnostics, demand-response modulation capabilities, and iCOMM-compatible remote monitoring functionality. The selection of this particular model is driven by the fact that the Palo Alto VA already has an AO Smith monitoring system in use and configured, ensuring compatibility and operational continuity with existing infrastructure.
This pre-solicitation indicates an upcoming procurement that will require vendors to supply the specified hot water heater units meeting the technical specifications outlined. The requirement reflects a straightforward capital equipment purchase for facility maintenance and operations, with product specifications already determined based on existing system configurations at the facility.
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Brand Name or Equal Worksheet (“Salient Characteristics”) v 2.0
12/03/25 The technical POC will use the characteristics on this worksheet to determine if any alternate offers meet the government’s requirements. To that end, please describe the essential characteristics of the brand name item that make it what the Government needs. Not all characteristics will necessarily apply (e.g., do not include weight unless weight is actually important).
Brand Name Item: Cyclone Gas heater
1) Essential/significant physical, functional, or performance characteristics.
Tech Specs
Nominal Gallon Capacity
119 Gallons
Rated Storage Volume
118 Gallons
Thermal Efficiency
96%
Maximum BTUs
300,000
Power Source
GAS
Limited Tank Warranty
3 Years
Limited Parts Warranty
1 Years
T&P Relief Valve
Yes
Water Connection Size
1.5"
ASME Certified
No
Amperes
Destination Country
US
Digital Display
Yes
ENERGY STAR® Certified
Yes
Fuel Source
NATURAL
Height to T&P
52.00
Installation Type
INDOOR
Minimum BTUs
195,000
Application
COMMERCIAL
Recovery Rise at 90°F
Shipping Height
85.5"
Shipping Length
42.25"
Shipping Width
40.75"
Side Loop
No
Voltage
Dimension & Venting
Type
Water Heater
Height
75.75"
Diameter
33.13 in."
Shipping Weight
931 lbs
Height to Gas Valv
Per VAAR 811.104 and 811.105, I certify the following regarding the above information:
· The salient characteristics listed above are essential to the Government’s requirements.
· To my knowledge, the restrictions listed above will not limit the acquisition to an item peculiar to one manufacture.
Name, Date:
Anthony St. John 9/26/25
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