4610--Open Market for Reverse Osmosis System 648-26-2-9961-0110

Quick Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically VA Portland Health Care, is soliciting proposals for a portable Reverse Osmosis (RO) hemodialysis water purification system. This system is required for single-patient dialysis and must be Brand Name or Equal (BNOE) to the EON Portable RO Water Purification System. The award will be made to the lowest-priced offeror meeting all mandatory requirements. Proposals are due April 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for a portable RO hemodialysis water purification system. Key characteristics include:

• Design: Compact, portable (approx. 20"x22"x50", under 36kg) with handles or wheels.
• Functionality: Automated programmable hot water heat disinfection, automatic flushing, continuous product water loop, quick-connect fittings.
• Performance: Operational noise not exceeding 44-46 dB, minimum permeate flow of 85 L/h, pressure capability of 8–12 bar (optimal), permeate conductivity ≤ 10 µS/cm or per AAMI standards, adjustable water recovery rate up to 70%.
• Components: Integrated carbon filtration and sediment pre-filter, optional ultrafiltration, high-efficiency stainless steel multistage pump.
• Power: 120 V / 60 Hz or 230 V / 50 Hz, single-phase.
• Safety & Control: Built-in heat or chemical disinfection cycle, automatic shutdown, alarms for conductivity, pressure, leaks, and faults, simple control panel with real-time monitoring and network capabilities.
• Compliance: Must comply with Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) Standards for dialysis water quality and be FDA approved.
• Deliverables: Installation into a government-provided cart, startup, initial system orientation (training), Operation and Maintenance Manuals, warranty information, and a list of preventative maintenance items with estimated costs.

Contract Details

• Solicitation Number: 36C26026Q0500
• Issuing Office: NCO 20 Network Contracting Office, VA Portland Health Care.
• Place of Performance: VA Portland Medical Center, Portland, OR.
• Delivery: Within 90 days After Receipt of Order (ARO) to VA Portland Health Care.
• Product/Service Code: 4610 (Water Purification Equipment)
• NAICS Code: 334510 (Size Standard: 1250 Employees).

Submission & Evaluation

• Offer Due Date: April 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT.
• Submission Method: Electronic submission to christine.lindsey@va.gov.
• Evaluation: Award will be made to the offeror that meets all mandatory requirements at the lowest price.
• Brand Name or Equal (BNOE): Offerors submitting "Equal" products must include product literature for evaluation and a completed FAR 52.225-6, Trade Agreements Certificate.
• Required Documentation: Descriptive literature for evaluation.

Eligibility & Set-Aside

• Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
• Note: A Non-Manufacturer Rule Class Waiver for NAICS 334510 was posted on 12/20/2007.

Contact Information

• Primary Contact: Christine Lindsey, Contract Specialist, christine.lindsey@va.gov, 813.972.2000 x2479.