6515--SOURCES SOUGHT Surfacide UV-C Decontamination Emitters
Overview
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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 market research effort to identify qualified firms capable of providing 12 Surfacide UV-C Decontamination Emitter units for the Minneapolis VA Health Care System in Minneapolis, MN. This is a brand name only requirement. Responses will inform future acquisition decisions. Capability statements are due by June 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 12 Surfacide UV-C Decontamination Emitter units. Key specifications include:
- FDA-cleared, Class II medical device for Whole Room Microbial Reduction.
- Continuous 254nm wavelength UV-C system, capable of combining multiple emitters or operating independently.
- Designed for unattended operation, delivering an effective energy dose without repositioning.
- Incorporates UV-C concentrator, pause/resume cycles, and a "Targeted" microbial reduction feature.
- Control emitters from outside the room for safety, with three motion sensors.
- Bluetooth and LTE Wi-Fi connectivity for tablet operation, cloud access, and remote monitoring.
- Must include applicable technical specifications, studies, and white papers.
- Product must be made in the United States of America and manufactured by an ISO 13485 registered facility.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing), size standard 1,250 employees.
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Set-Aside: None specified at this market research stage, but Limitations on Subcontracting (FAR 52.219-14, 52.219-27) and the Nonmanufacturer Rule (FAR 52.219-33) may apply to small businesses.
- Response Due: June 19, 2026, 5:00 PM Central Time.
- Published: June 10, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, MN.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit capability statements via email to traci.johannes@va.gov including:
- Organization name, UEI, address, socioeconomic category, POC email, website, and phone.
- Capability statement demonstrating ability to meet specialized requirements and expertise.
- Copies of agreements with manufacturers (if not the manufacturer).
- For small businesses: estimated percentage of services/supplies to be subcontracted and performed by the prime.
- Identify if the organization is the manufacturer; if not, identify the manufacturer and their socio-economic category.
- Completed FAR Provision 52.225-2(b) certificate for country of origin.
- State if supplies can be ordered against existing government contracts (e.g., FSS, GSA).
- Estimated shipping and delivery information (lead time).
Important Notes
This is a Sources Sought announcement only; no solicitation is currently available. Responses are for market research purposes to facilitate government decision-making. The government will not pay for information submitted and reserves the right to cancel the requirement. All information is preliminary and subject to modification.