4110--Consolidated Refrigerators
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the 245-Network Contract Office 5 (36C245), has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ 36C24526Q0303) for Consolidated Refrigerators. This requirement is for the Baltimore VA Medical Center and Perry Point VA Medical Center. The solicitation is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due March 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks to procure 46 new refrigerators to replace aging equipment and meet VAMHCS standards. The requirement includes various types, such as undercounter pharmacy/laboratory refrigerators (5.3 Cu Ft) and larger undercounter/top freezer models (5.1-20.5 Cu Ft). Key specifications include specific capacities, temperature ranges, dimensions, and certifications (UL, CSA, Energy Star). All units must comply with the NSF/ANSI 456 Vaccine Storage Standard and come with a warranty of up to 7 years on the compressor. Delivery and installation are required at both the Baltimore and Perry Point VA Medical Centers, with assembly and validation performed by a vendor service-trained representative.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Delivery Order.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Product/Service Code: 4110 (Refrigeration Equipment).
- Delivery: Within 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- FOB: Destination.
- Place of Performance: Baltimore VA Medical Center and Perry Point VA Medical Center.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Submission Deadline: March 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Questions Due: March 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to James.Ferro@va.gov.
- Required Documents: Completed SF1449, mandatory Excel spreadsheet ("S02-36C24526Q0303 Line Items") with pricing, and a letter of distribution/authorization from the manufacturer if the bidder is a distributor. Bidders must also answer a mandatory question regarding the country of manufacture and complete FAR 52.225-2.
- Evaluation Criteria: Comparative evaluation (FAR 13.106-2 (b) (3)) based on technical capability, price, and past performance. The Government reserves the right to conduct one-on-one discussions and to award all or none. This RFQ is for a single award.
Important Notes
Quotes submitted with FOB Origin or FOB Destination Prepaid and Ship will be considered noncompliant. Failure to provide a distribution/authorization letter (if applicable) will result in disqualification.