3040--Portable Power Supply and Refrigerator Chillicothe VA Medical Center

The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 10 is conducting a sources sought notice to procure portable power supply units and refrigerator/freezers for the Chillicothe VA Medical Center and its Community Based Outpatient Clinics in Ohio. The procurement seeks ten portable power units with 4kWh capacity expandable to 48kWh, featuring 4000W AC output and multiple charging capabilities, along with seven portable refrigerator/freezers with 50-60 quart capacity that can function as both freezers and refrigerators. These units will provide utility redundancy during power outages to maintain communication capabilities and protect medication storage. Contractors must be registered under NAICS code 333310 and certified as Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with the Small Business Administration to qualify for set-aside consideration. Responses must include company name, UEID number, and business size classification, with all submissions due by 4:00 PM EST on August 14, 2025, to Christopher.gundy@va.gov with the subject line "RFI 36C25025Q0827 Portable Equipment."

This is currently listed as having no set-aside designation, but the responses to this Request for Information will determine the future set-aside status for the actual solicitation. The procurement specifically targets VOSB/SDVOSB contractors, indicating a strong preference for veteran-owned businesses in the eventual award decision. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the notice, and no budget ranges or estimated contract values are disclosed at this pre-solicitation stage. The equipment specifications emphasize preferred features including solar power capability, USB power supply, battery backup, and fast charging capabilities for the power units. Delivery will be made to the VA Warehouse in Chillicothe, Ohio, where the Emergency Manager will handle installation and subsequent distribution to various CBOC locations throughout the service area.