5411--DECON SHELTER
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 (NCO) 6 on behalf of the Durham VA Medical Center, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice. The purpose is to identify qualified businesses capable of providing Decon Shelters. Responses are due by April 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Decon Shelters with specific salient characteristics, including:
- Significant Physical Characteristics: Articulating external frame with locking straps, aircraft-grade aluminum frame (corrosion-resistant, polyester powder coating), frame functional with up to 30% structural damage, portable and lightweight, flexible UV stable/fire retardant/tear/chemical-resistant fabric interior.
- Interior Features: Spray jets with 360° coverage and individual on/off capability, ergonomic hand sprayers for patient decontamination, removable "active" divider curtains with integrated spray jets for three-line separation (one non-ambulatory center, two ambulatory flanks).
- Functional Characteristics: The X28 Decontamination Shelter should provide two shower lines for multiple casualties (ambulatory or non-ambulatory) and emergency response teams. It must include small undress and redress areas and be capable of setup by two to four people in minutes.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Product Service Code: 5411 (Rigid Wall Shelters)
- NAICS Code: 624221
- Place of Performance: Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC 27705, USA
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
- Published: March 31, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Responses to this Sources Sought notice are for market research purposes to determine business availability and capability. Submissions must be in writing via email to Byron.Brown4@va.gov with the subject line: Decon Shelters.
Responses should include:
- Company name and address
- Business size (large or small)
- Identification of socioeconomic categories (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB/VOSB, other small, small, or large)
- A brief description of qualifications
- Any other pertinent information demonstrating the ability to meet the specified requirements.
Failure to provide information demonstrating the ability to meet the characteristics may result in a potential offeror being considered incapable.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The contracting office is the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 6, Hampton VA 23667. The point of contact is Byron Brown, Contracting Officer.