SSN 36C25626Q0948.pdf

Department of Veterans Affairs

Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16

Sources Sought Notice (SSN)

DISCLAIMER:

This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) is issued solely for informational and market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to award a contract, nor does it obligate the Government to any acquisition action. Responses to this notice are strictly voluntary; the Government will not reimburse any costs associated with responding. Respondents should not include proprietary or restricted information. If a solicitation is issued, it will be posted on SAM.gov. It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this SSN.

1. Title

ATR-FTIR Spectrophotometer

2. Purpose

The purpose of this SSN is to identify qualified and capable sources to assist in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy (e.g., small business set‑aside, unrestricted). Responses will support the VA’s market research for an anticipated requirement.

3. NAICS and PSC Information

Primary NAICS: 334516– Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. Small Business

Size Standard: 1,000 employees.

4. Required Vendor Responses

Vendors must provide complete responses to all items below to be considered responsive to this

SSN:

1. Identify the country(ies) of manufacture for the proposed ATR‑FTIR spectrophotometer and all major components. Provide supporting documentation such as OEM manufacturing statements, specification sheets, or regulatory origin declarations.

2. State whether the proposed equipment is manufactured by a small or large business according to SBA size standards. If applicable, provide documentation supporting compliance with the

Non‑Manufacturer Rule (NMR).

3. Provide a current OEM authorization letter verifying that your company is an authorized distributor/reseller and has access to OEM parts, service, and technical support. Letters must be current, valid, and demonstrate that no gray‑market product will be supplied.

4. Provide contractor name, point of contact, address, phone number, email, business size, UEI and CAGE code.

5. Identify whether your company qualifies as a Small Business (SB), Service‑Disabled

Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran‑Owned Small Business (VOSB), HUBZone, or 8(a) firm. Provide proof of certification. SDVOSB and VOSB firms must be

SBA‑certified under the VetCert program.

6. Identify any Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs), GSA Schedule contracts

(including applicable SINs), Indefinite‑Delivery/Indefinite‑Quantity (IDIQ) vehicles, Blanket

Purchase Agreements (BPAs), or other contract mechanisms under which your company can provide the required supplies/services. Include contract numbers and applicable SINs/CLINs.

5. Instructions for Responses

Questions regarding this SSN shall be submitted by 12:00 PM (CST), June 23, 2026, to

William.Shaver@va.gov. Responses must be submitted by 07:00 AM (CST), June 25, 2026, in

Microsoft Word or PDF format to the same email address. Include the subject line: “VAMC

ATR-FTIR Spectrophotometer – SSN Response.”

6. Market Pricing

Vendors are encouraged to provide estimated market pricing. Pricing information provided will assist the VA in determining procurement strategy and is considered part of market research only.

7. Additional Information

Information provided will be used solely for market research and will not be released outside the

VA acquisition team. If no responses to this notice are received from an authorized distributor, then this action will be sole sourced to the manufacturer/authorized distributor.

8. Contact Information

William Shaver

William.Shaver@va.gov

9. Background - SOW

Please see the draft Statement of Work (SOW), provided as Attachment A, for additional background and technical information.

mailto:William.Shaver@va.gov