4110--VA Loma Linda CBOC Pharmacy Refrigerators
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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) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified sources capable of providing three medical-grade pharmacy refrigerators (Helmer Scientific iSeries Pharmacy Refrigerator Part# iPR125-GX or equal) for the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System in Loma Linda, California. This RFI is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses are due by February 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The VA requires three medical-grade pharmacy refrigerators with specific salient characteristics. These include:
- Medical grade with regulatory compliance certificate.
- Touchscreen user interface with password protection and advanced monitoring.
- Audible and visual alarms (power failure, high/low temperature, door ajar, etc.) with adjustable volume.
- Temperature display in Celsius/Fahrenheit with history tracking and USB data logging.
- Ventilated shelves/drawers supporting up to 100 lbs.
- Temperature maintenance between +2°C to +10°C.
- Certification to NSF/ANSI 456 Vaccine Storage Standard.
- Minimum 25 cubic feet capacity.
- External dimensions not exceeding 29" W x 79.6" H x 34.2" D.
- Locking casters, NEMA 5-15 hospital-grade power cord, minimum one glass door with ADA compliant handle, and FlexLock ready handles for Omnicell system.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Purpose: Market research and planning for potential acquisition decisions.
- NAICS: 333415 (size standard 1,250 employees)
- Response Due: February 25, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Time
- Published: February 17, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested companies must submit a capabilities statement detailing how they meet or exceed the salient characteristics, provide feedback/suggestions on the characteristics, and indicate their business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, WOSB, Large Business) under NAICS 333415. Respondents should also specify if they are a manufacturer or authorized distributor, address subcontracting compliance, COTS status, Non-Manufacturer Rule compliance, Buy American Act conformity, lead time, estimated lifespan/support, FDA clearance, leasing options, and existing Federal contracts (FSS, GSA). General pricing is encouraged for market research. All responses must include the company name, address, point of contact, and SAM.gov UEI/Cage Code.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or an offer to form a binding contract. Responses will not be considered a request to be added to a bidders list. Further RFIs or solicitations may be published based on the information gathered. Responders are responsible for all expenses associated with their submission.