6515--SPS Steam Sterilizers DOMESTIC PRODUCTS ONLY
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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 (VA) Network Contracting Office (NCO) 19 is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify DOMESTIC MANUFACTURERS capable of providing Steam Sterilizers for the Oklahoma VA Health Care System (OKC VAHCS). The requirement is for approximately 10 units, similar or equivalent to the Steris AMSCO 400 Small Steam Sterilizer. Responses are due by March 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM Mountain Time.
Purpose
This notice serves as market research to determine the method of procurement for a future requirement. The VA aims to identify domestic manufacturers with the interest and resources to support this need, in compliance with the Buy American Act. This is not a solicitation and does not guarantee a future contract.
Scope of Requirement
The OKC VAHCS requires 10 Steam Sterilizers for its Sterile Processing Service (SPS). The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, parts, supplies, and equipment necessary for the supply and installation of these units. Key salient characteristics for the desired small steam sterilizers include:
- High-capacity chamber (20" x 20" x 38")
- Prevacuum, single door, recessed, LH configuration
- External Supplied Steam (Facility Steam/Stand-Alone Generator)
- Standard configuration with Venturi - single phase power only
- Washer/Disinfector comparable to AMSCO 7053HP (200-208V, 3 Ph, 60 Hz, Steam Heated, 15 DIN/10 US tray capacity, ISO/AAMI 15883 compliant)
- Rack Return with 2 interlocked doors and hands-free sensors
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: New, firm-fixed-price contract (if a solicitation results)
- NAICS Code: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 11:59 PM Mountain Time
- Published Date: March 17, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested domestic manufacturers should submit a capability statement via email to Shanta Harrison at Shanta.Harrison@va.gov. The statement must include:
- Primary point of contact, complete mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
- Company's business size status.
- Documentation supporting organizational and staff capability for this specific requirement.
- Information on any multiple award schedule contracts held.
Important Notes
- This is a request for information only and does not constitute a request for proposals.
- The government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding.
- No feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions.
- Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged.
- Based on responses, the requirement may be set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition. Multiple awards may be made.
- Expedited responses are requested.