36C255-25-AP-0642 Blood Bank Refrigerators - Leavenworth VAMC

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 15 is seeking to procure Blood Bank Refrigerators for the Leavenworth VAMC through a pre-solicitation notice. The contract opportunity falls under the Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing NAICS category, specifically targeting medical and surgical equipment needs. While detailed evaluation criteria are not explicitly stated in the pre-solicitation notice, the procurement appears focused on obtaining specialized refrigeration equipment for blood bank storage. The opportunity was posted on January 14, 2025, with responses due by January 28, 2025, indicating a relatively short window for potential vendors to prepare their submissions. The procurement process will likely involve a comprehensive review of technical specifications, vendor capabilities, and compliance with medical equipment standards.

The contract is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, which provides a targeted opportunity for businesses meeting this designation. The pre-solicitation notice does not specify the exact quantity of refrigerators needed or provide a detailed budget range for the procurement. By focusing on a specific Product Service Code (6515) for medical and surgical instruments and equipment, the Veterans Health Administration is signaling a precise need for specialized blood bank refrigeration technology. The procurement is part of the Veterans Integrated Service Network 15's infrastructure and equipment enhancement efforts, suggesting a strategic approach to medical facility equipment upgrades. While specific award values are not disclosed, the opportunity represents a potential significant procurement for a qualified service-disabled veteran-owned small business in the medical equipment manufacturing sector.