Steam Fired Water Heater

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 20 is conducting market research to identify potential sources for a ThermaFlo brand steam-fired water heater (model TH-750V-836DWEN) for the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. This Sources Sought Notice is designed to gather information about contractor capabilities for a specific water heater with detailed technical specifications, including a 150psi shell rating, stainless steel construction, and ASME Code Section VIII compliance. Respondents must provide comprehensive information about their business, including size status (Small Business, SDVOSB, VOSB, or Large Business), manufacturing capabilities, and experience with similar projects. The VA will use the responses to determine the most appropriate acquisition method for procurement. Interested contractors must submit their responses via email to Contract Specialist Kyle Biessener by December 16, 2024, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time.

The notice is classified under NAICS category 333414 for Heating Equipment Manufacturing and PSC category 4520 for Space and Water Heating Equipment, with no specific set-aside designations identified. While the exact award value is not specified, the procurement is for a single water heater with precise technical requirements, suggesting a focused and potentially limited-scope acquisition. The solicitation emphasizes that this is a brand-specific requirement for a ThermaFlo model, which may limit potential bidders to manufacturers or authorized distributors of that specific equipment. Contractors will need to demonstrate their ability to provide firm-fixed pricing and meet the stringent technical specifications outlined in the document. The market research phase indicates that the VA is carefully evaluating potential sources before proceeding with a formal solicitation, which suggests a methodical approach to procurement.