6515--Brand Name Only Steri-Shield 8 Surgical Helmets
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 4, has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Steri-Shield 8 Surgical Helmets and Accessories for the Altoona VA Medical Center in Altoona, PA. This requirement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The full solicitation is anticipated to be posted on SAM.gov on or about January 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for Steri-Shield 8 Surgical Helmets and Accessories to support the Altoona VA Medical Center.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-Solicitation Notice (Solicitation to follow)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with a size standard of 800 employees.
- Full Solicitation Release: On or about January 26, 2026
- Published Date: January 22, 2026
- Place of Performance: Altoona VA Medical Center, Altoona, PA 16602.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov prior to any potential award.
Additional Notes
This is not a request for competitive offers and does not obligate the Government to award a contract or pay for proposal preparation costs. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring www.sam.gov for the release of the full solicitation package and any subsequent amendments. All questions must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist, Alexandra Stankovic, at Alexandra.Stankovic@va.gov. No telephone inquiries will be accepted.