6515--Rigid Container for Low Temp Reusable Devices

The VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) intends to issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) 36C26125Q0477 for rigid containers specifically designed for low-temperature reusable medical devices. This procurement will be conducted through the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration, targeting surgical and medical instrument manufacturers classified under NAICS Code 339112. The solicitation follows FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, with quotes to be submitted electronically to Brandy Gastinell at Brandy.Gastinell@va.gov by 9 AM Pacific Time on June 2, 2025. While specific evaluation criteria were not explicitly detailed in the pre-solicitation notice, the procurement appears focused on sourcing high-quality medical device containers that meet precise technical specifications. No telephone inquiries will be accepted, emphasizing strict adherence to the written submission requirements.

The opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside, with eligible businesses defined as those having 1,000 employees or fewer. The procurement will be executed as a firm-fixed price contract for the Palo Alto VA Medical Center located at 3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, California 94304. While the exact award value was not specified in the pre-solicitation notice, the contract falls under Product Service Code 6515 for Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies. The solicitation suggests a focused, targeted procurement with clear parameters for potential vendors. The contract appears designed to streamline the acquisition of specialized medical device containers, potentially representing an ongoing or replacement requirement for the VA healthcare system's medical equipment inventory.