6515--Pyxis ES Refrigerator | Sources Sought
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 Erie VA Medical Center, is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for market research purposes. The VA seeks to identify qualified sources capable of providing a Brand Name Pyxis ES Medication Dispensing Refrigerator. This RFI indicates a potential Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Responses are due by April 30, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) Pyxis ES Medication Dispensing Refrigerator with a 13 cubic foot capacity, RHG-15 Standard Bins, and Product ID/Part Number: 137549-01. The contractor will be responsible for delivery, installation, and integration of the refrigerator with the existing Pyxis System. The contractor must be BD CareFusion certified or work with BD CareFusion to ensure proper installation and functionality.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Potential Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
- NAICS: 333415 (Size Standard: 1250 employees)
- Response Due: April 30, 2026, 4:30 PM EST
- Published: April 16, 2026
- Place of Performance: Erie VA Medical Center, Erie, PA 16504
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a capability statement (maximum 10 pages) via email to Doretha.Jordan@va.gov. The response should include:
- Company name, address, Point of Contact (POC), phone, email, UEI Number, CAGE Code.
- Business size and status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, Hubzone, Large Business).
- Confirmation of small business status under NAICS 333415.
- Manufacturer, distributor, or equivalent solution status, including compliance with the non-manufacturer rule if applicable.
- Details on subcontracting, if any, with percentage breakdowns.
- FSS/GSA or other federal contract information, including contract number and availability of items.
- General pricing for market research purposes.
- Information demonstrating capabilities regarding the salient characteristics and any "equal to" items.
- Certification as an authorized distributor of the Original Equipment Manufacturer.
Important Notes
This is not a solicitation; no proposals or quotes should be submitted, and no contract will be awarded based on this RFI. Responses are for market research and planning only. The government will not pay for any costs incurred in responding. All questions must be directed to the Contracting Specialist, Doretha Jordan.