6530--Drying Cabinet

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration, specifically VISN 4 Network Contracting Office 4, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for a STERIS AMSCO Drying Cabinet (Model # DCR200101) for the Butler VA Health Care System's Sterile Processing Service. The RFI seeks detailed information from potential vendors about a specific drying cabinet with precise specifications, including HEPA air filtration, temperature control up to 136°F, stainless-steel construction, adjustable shelves, and digital controls. Vendors are required to submit comprehensive details about their company, including business size, status, product specifications, manufacturing location, available contract vehicles, and anticipated delivery lead times. Responses must be submitted via email to Christina Gennaoui by Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern. The market research conducted through this RFI will inform future solicitation planning, with the actual solicitation to be posted on SAM.gov at a later date.

The procurement is not designated with a specific set-aside, but it encourages competition among various business types, including service-disabled veteran-owned, veteran-owned, HUBZone, and woman-owned small businesses. The NAICS code for this opportunity is 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with a size standard of 800 employees. While specific award values are not detailed in the pre-solicitation notice, the procurement is focused on acquiring a single drying cabinet with precise dimensional requirements of 38"W x 29.3"D x 96"H. The RFI suggests that the VA is conducting thorough market research to ensure they can meet the specific needs of their Sterile Processing Service. Potential vendors are expected to provide comprehensive information that will help the VA evaluate potential sources for this specialized medical equipment.