4110--KEEPRITE FREEZER REPLACEMENT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246), intends to award a sole source firm fixed-price purchase order to Aireco Supply for the replacement of Keeprite freezer components at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville, NC. This is a special notice of intent, not a request for competitive quotations. However, expressions of interest from other capable vendors will be considered if received within three days of the notice's issuance.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for specific Keeprite refrigeration equipment, which must be new, factory sealed, and meet listed specifications. The components include:
- 1 each Keeprite Condensing Unit, Model KVD030D8 HT3B A, 208 3, R448A
- 2 each Keeprite Evaporator Coils, Model KMP470LE T3D, 208 3, R448A All equipment must allow full and unfettered access to all OEM conditions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: Other Than Full and Open Competition (FAR 13.106-1 (b))
- Published Date: May 21, 2026
- Expressions of Interest Due: May 24, 2026 (within three days of issuance)
Evaluation
This notice is for informational purposes regarding an intended sole source award. While not a competitive solicitation, the government will consider expressions of interest from contractors who can demonstrate their capability to provide comparable alternatives. Sufficient data must be provided for the government to determine comparability. The decision to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses is solely at the government's discretion.
Additional Notes
This acquisition falls under Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Interested contractors should send expressions of interest via email to Harold McQuillia at harold.mcquillia@va.gov.