SPS steam & water sampling port installation

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 is seeking a contractor to install steam and water sampling ports for Sterile Processing Service (SPS) sterilizers and washers at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The solicitation (36C26225Q0179) requires a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive installation services, including all necessary labor, materials, and equipment for implementing testing points in accordance with ST108 standards. Contractors must demonstrate capability to perform installations with strict adherence to infection control requirements and execute work in patient care areas with minimal disruption, following precise lockout/tagout procedures. The work will be performed at 3350 La Jolla Village Dr., San Diego, CA 92161, with responses due by November 29, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. Interested firms must submit a comprehensive capability statement detailing company information, including DUNS number, Cage Code, and Tax ID, demonstrating relevant technical expertise in medical facility infrastructure modifications.

The contract is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), narrowing the competitive field to qualified veteran-owned firms. While specific award value was not disclosed, the project involves installing steam sampling ports on sterilizers and water sampling ports on washers, encompassing material, labor, and travel expenses. The procurement falls under NAICS Category 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing) and PSC Category R425 (Professional Engineering/Technical Support), indicating a specialized technical service requirement. The solicitation suggests a precise, targeted procurement with stringent qualifications and a focused scope of work. Potential contractors should carefully review the sources sought notice to ensure complete alignment with the VA's technical and procedural specifications.