Sterile Processing Service Water Testing

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 17 is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive Sterile Processing Services (SPS) Water Testing for four healthcare locations in San Antonio, Texas. The solicitation requires a contractor to perform monthly water quality testing, maintenance, and equipment repairs for critical water systems in accordance with AAMI ST108:2023 standards. Key responsibilities include collecting water samples, conducting bacterial and endotoxin testing, sanitizing distribution loops, replacing reverse osmosis membranes quarterly, installing up to 10 new test ports, and generating monthly reports. The contract is structured with a base year from June 30, 2025, to June 29, 2026, and includes four optional one-year extensions potentially extending through June 29, 2030. Proposals are due by May 14, 2025, with contractors required to follow strict sampling protocols and provide immediate notification of any water quality issues.

The contract is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and falls under the Water Supply and Irrigation Systems NAICS category (221310). The place of performance encompasses four specific VA healthcare facilities: Audie Murphy, Data Point (Dental), Kerrville, and Northwest Healthcare Center. While specific award values are not detailed in the solicitation, the contract involves comprehensive water testing and maintenance services across multiple healthcare locations. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining rigorous water quality standards, with an emphasis on bacterial control, system maintenance, and immediate reporting of any potential contamination risks. The procurement process requires detailed technical capabilities, adherence to healthcare environmental cleaning standards, and demonstrated expertise in water system management for medical facilities.