6515--ASP Sterrad
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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) is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified sources capable of providing STERRAD 100NX System with ALLClear or equivalent low-temperature sterilizers for the Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System. This is for market research and planning purposes only, not a solicitation. Responses are due March 12, 2026.
Purpose & Overview
This RFI aims to gather information on potential vendors and their capabilities to supply advanced low-temperature sterilizers. The VA seeks to replace end-of-life sterilizers with compact units that sterilize medical devices using hydrogen peroxide vapor and plasma technology. The information collected will inform future acquisition decisions.
Key Requirements / Deliverables
- Product: STERRAD 100NX System with ALLClear or equivalent low-temperature sterilizers.
- Technology: Must utilize gas plasma technology, diffusing hydrogen peroxide vapor into a low-temperature plasma state.
- Features: Must sterilize flexible endoscopes, be FDA approved, have an upgradeable platform, support up to five sterilization cycles, include pre-load monitoring, and feature an interchangeable (plug and play) design.
- Quantities: 4x STERRAD 100NX 1 DOOR WITH ULTRA GI, 1x STERRAD NX ALLCLEAR, 1x STERRAD NX SYSTEM CART.
- OEM Requirements: Minimum 1-year OEM warranty (parts, labor, travel) starting from customer acceptance, and OEM installation (parts, labor, travel).
- Delivery & Installation: Vendor responsible for delivery to GLA Building 297 Warehouse (11301 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90073), unpackaging, inspection, staging, installation, and disposal of existing units.
- Training: In-service training provided by the technician post-installation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: 90 days from date of award for installation completion.
- Response Due: Thursday, March 12, 2026, by 10:00 AM PST.
- Published: March 4, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested companies must submit a capabilities statement addressing how they meet the DRAFT/SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS/SOW requirements, provide feedback on requirements, indicate business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, WOSB, Large Business), confirm small business status under NAICS 339112 (size standard 1000 employees), and provide manufacturer/distributor information. General pricing is encouraged for market research only and will not be used for award evaluation. Responses must be emailed to sam.choo@va.gov.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This RFI is gathering information on potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 339112 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies) with a size standard of 1000 Employees. No specific set-aside is designated at this market research stage.
Important Notes
This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to contract. Responses are not offers and cannot be accepted to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding.