J045--) Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance Services NAICS 811310 San-I-Pak Maintenance

Solicitation Description for RFI

Title: Request for Information (RFI) for Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance Services San-I-Pak Maintenance

NAICS Code:Â 811310

Introduction:Â The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) for providing repair and maintenance services for San-I-Pak.

Purpose:Â The purpose of this RFI is to gather information from interested and capable SDVOSB/VOSB vendors regarding their ability to provide the necessary services and to assess their compliance with the Nonmanufacturer Rule. This RFI aims to identify potential sources for a future solicitation and to understand the market capabilities.

Scope of Work:Â The VA requires comprehensive repair and maintenance services for San-I-Pak machinery and equipment. The services include, but are not limited to, the following:

Preventive Maintenance:

Routine inspection and servicing of equipment to ensure proper operation and to prevent equipment failure.

Diagnostic and Repair Services:

Troubleshooting and resolving issues with equipment, including mechanical, electrical, and control systems.

Repair or replacement of faulty components.

Parts Replacement and Upgrades:

Supply and installation of new or upgraded parts to enhance equipment performance or replace outdated components.

Emergency Repair Services:

Rapid response to urgent repair needs to minimize equipment downtime and ensure operational continuity.

Regular System Inspections:

Conducting detailed inspections of equipment systems to identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions.

Key Requirements:Â Interested vendors must meet the following requirements:

SDVOSB/VOSB Verification:

Vendors must be verified as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) in the VA's SBA or Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database.

Experience and Capabilities:

Demonstrated experience in providing repair and maintenance services for San-I-Pak machinery and equipment.

Adequate staff qualifications and certifications to perform the required services.

Compliance with Nonmanufacturer Rule:

Vendors must comply with the Nonmanufacturer Rule, ensuring that the services provided are performed by the vendor itself or other qualifying small businesses.

Submission Requirements:Â Vendors interested in responding to this RFI should provide the following information in their submission:

Company Information:

Company Name

Address

Point of Contact (Name, Title, Phone Number, Email Address)

DUNS Number

SBA or VIP Verification Status

Capabilities Statement:

Summary of services offered under NAICS 811310

Types of machinery and equipment serviced

Geographic coverage area within Tennessee

Staff qualifications and certifications

Past Performance:

List of previous contracts or projects completed similar in scope to the services described.

Include project/client name, contract value, time period, and brief description of services provided.

Contact information for client references if available.

Compliance with Nonmanufacturer Rule:

Description of how the company complies with the Nonmanufacturer Rule.

Additional Information:

Any other relevant information that demonstrates the company s capability to meet the VA s needs.

Submission Instructions:Â Please submit your RFI response via email to Dawn Collins at Dawn.Collins@va.gov by 09/19/2025. Ensure that your response is comprehensive and addresses all requested information.

Disclaimer:Â This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses to this RFI are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.

Contact Information:Â For any questions or clarifications regarding this RFI, please contact: Dawn Collins

Contract Specialist

Dawn.Collins@va.gov

423-979-3640