Emergency Water (10 Years or More Shelf-Life)

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 8 is seeking to procure approximately 5,848 gallons of emergency water with a minimum 10-year shelf life for the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa, Florida. The solicitation requires water that is FDA-compliant, bacteria-free, and contained in corrosion-resistant aluminum cans or boxes capable of withstanding temperatures exceeding 70 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 days. Vendors must submit their combined PDF quote via email by April 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT, with a contract award/effective date of April 11, 2025. The procurement is governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and requires vendors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Evaluation criteria will focus on meeting the technical specifications and compliance with solicitation requirements.

The contract is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) under NAICS code 312112, with a small business size standard of 1,100 employees. Delivery of the water is expected within 30 days after receipt of order, with delivery to the Tampa VAMC Warehouse between 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM EST on business days. The total quantity of water is not to exceed 6,000 gallons, with the primary objective of supporting emergency preparedness and ensuring continuity of operations for the medical facility. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the procurement is focused on acquiring emergency water supplies with stringent quality and longevity requirements. The place of performance is located in Tampa, FL 33607, with the solicitation number 36C24825Q0671 identifying this specific procurement opportunity.