460 | AcuDose Chemistry Dosing System and SCS Conveyor System for Washers
Overview
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PSC
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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), Network Contracting Office 4 (NCO 4), is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for AcuDose Chemistry Dosing Systems and SCS Conveyor Systems for the Wilmington VA Medical Center in Wilmington, DE. This is for market research to identify qualified sources capable of providing and installing these systems. Responses are due by February 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement and installation of two Brand Name or Equal AcuDose Chemistry Dosing Systems and SCS Conveyor Systems. These systems are intended for the AMSCO 7052 HP Washer Decontamination Units within the Sterile Processing Services (SPS) Department. The scope includes:
- All necessary accessories.
- Installation services for SCS conveyor modules.
- First-year preventive care for the AMSCO 7052HP equipment.
- Delivery, uncrating, assembly, installation, operational checkout, system testing, and on-site demonstrations.
- Basic operational training for VA staff. All equipment must be new and manufacturer-certified. Delivery and full installation are required within 30-60 days from the award date of a potential future contract.
Contract Details
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (for market research and planning purposes only).
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies Manufacturing).
- Size Standard: 1,000 employees.
- Place of Performance: Wilmington VA Medical Center, Wilmington, DE.
- A preference will be given to US-manufactured equipment, and information on the country of manufacture is required.
- No Government-Furnished Property will be provided.
Submission & Evaluation
- Responses Due: Friday, February 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Email responses to Gabriella Byrne (gabriella.byrne@va.gov). Telephone responses are not accepted.
- Respondents must provide company details, business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, Large Business), product details, delivery lead time, manufacturer/distributor information, and any existing contract vehicles.
- Pricing information is encouraged for market research purposes only and will not be used for award evaluation.
Additional Notes
This notice is not a solicitation and does not commit the Government to award a contract. Responses are not offers and cannot be accepted to form a binding contract. All questions must be directed to the Contracting POC; VA Medical Center staff are not authorized to discuss this requirement.