6520--New Dental Water testing OKCVAMC 635-26-2-248-0035
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259), is soliciting proposals for laboratory analysis services for dental unit waterlines at the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center, OK. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with an estimated maximum aggregate ceiling value of $19 Million. Offers are due by March 3, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide mail-order testing kits for VA Dental Clinic staff to obtain samples and perform subsequent laboratory testing and analysis of dental unit waterline samples. The primary goal is to ensure compliance with infection control standards for VA Dental Clinics. Key requirements include:
- Providing mail-order testing kits.
- Performing laboratory analysis for colony forming units (CFU).
- Delivering electronic lab test reports within one week of sample receipt.
- Maintaining EPA or state certification for environmental testing.
- Being located within a reasonable distance to minimize shipping times.
- Complying with "Infection Control Standards for VA Dental Clinics" (2013) and future updates.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: Contract award through March 2031
- Estimated Maximum Aggregate Ceiling Value: $19 Million
- Estimated Quantities: 855 dental unit waterline samples per year
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: March 3, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST
- Submission Method: Email responses to Orrellius.Williams@va.gov
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical Capability, as detailed in FAR 52.212-2.
- Eligibility: This is a Small Business Set-Aside. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) / Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) concerns may receive consideration if they provide the Limitations of Subcontracting affirmation (VAAR 852.219-75).
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Orrellius J Williams (Contract Specialist)
- Email: Orrellius.Williams@va.gov