RAF Lakenheath - Clinical Laboratory Work Benches

The Department of the Air Force United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa is seeking to procure 9 clinical laboratory work benches for the 48th Medical Group at RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom. The solicitation, issued as Request for Quote FA558725Q0012, requires vendors to provide specialized laboratory work benches meeting Health Technical Memorandum 67 requirements, with specific configurations including island benches, chemistry worktables, and various specialized work areas. The evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis, considering technical capability, experience, and price, with vendors required to demonstrate how their proposed products meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the Statement of Work. Key dates include a site visit scheduled for February 12, 2025, with questions due by February 17, 2025, and quote responses originally due February 28, 2025, but subsequently extended to March 14, 2025. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide comprehensive documentation proving their ability to meet the contract's stringent requirements.

The contract will be performed at RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom, with work to be completed during standard hours of 0800-1700 local time, Monday through Friday, excluding US federal and UK bank holidays. There is no specific small business set-aside for this procurement due to its overseas location. The installation will involve a phased removal and replacement of existing laboratory work benches, requiring careful coordination to maintain continuous clinical operations. The work benches must be constructed of High-Pressure Laminate (HPL) materials such as Trespa or Toplab, with specific requirements for sink materials, storage capabilities, and electrical/LAN connectivity. Delivery is required within 120 calendar days from the award date, with vendors expected to provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials for removal and installation. The project falls under NAICS category 337215 (Showcase, Partition, Shelving, and Locker Manufacturing) and PSC category 7110 (Office Furniture), with a total evaluated price to be determined based on the comprehensive line-item pricing submitted by contractors.