4110--GNV MICU ICE MAKERS 36C24826Q0789
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Qualification Details
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 Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), has issued Solicitation 36C24826Q0789 for the procurement of ice and water countertop dispensers and bacterial-retentive filter systems. This requirement is for the MICU department at the Lake City VA Medical Center in Lake City, FL, to support patient care. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Offers are due by June 18, 2026, at 4:30 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The solicitation seeks three (3) ice and water countertop dispensers and three (3) bacterial-retentive filter systems. Key requirements for the ice machines include:
- Removable design for evaporator repair.
- Agion silver-based antimicrobial for ice and water contact components.
- Up to 25 lbs ice storage capacity.
- Automatic self-flushing and sleep mode.
- Freestanding with 6-inch adjustable legs and lever operation.
- Integrated drain cup system for consolidated drain lines and air break.
- Maximum footprint of 22.75” W x 24.75” D x 66.88” H. The filter systems must be bacterial-retentive with a 0.2-micron double layer sterilizing-grade disposable filter capsule, validated by ASTM F838-15a. Specific items include 3 ice and water dispensers (12 lbs storage, 425 lbs daily production) and 1 bacterial-retentive filter system (0.2 micron double layer sterilizing-grade disposable filter capsule and a 1 micron absolute-rated pre-filter).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Delivery: FOB Destination to Lake City VA Medical Center.
- Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Offerors must be certified and listed in the SBA database at the time of offer and award.
- Limitations on Subcontracting (LOS): Applies, requiring 50% for supplies/products.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: June 18, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT.
- Evaluation Criteria: Comparative evaluation based on Technical, Delivery, and Price.
- Technical and Delivery combined are more important than Price.
- Technical will assess conformance to specifications, technical approach, understanding, and enhancements.
- Delivery will consider ability to meet timeframe, reasonableness of dates, and risk.
- Price will be evaluated for reasonableness, balance, overall cost, and consistency with technical/delivery approach.
Point of Contact
- Contracting Officer: Jeremy Parrish
- Email: Jeremy.Parrish@va.gov
- Phone: 352-283-9220