6636--Research Anaerobic Chamber Purchase for Rocky Mountain Regional VA Regional Medical Center (RMRVAMC)
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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.
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 19 (NCO 19), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for the purchase of one Research Anaerobic Chamber for the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center (RMRVAMC) in Aurora, CO. This is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses are due by June 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM MST.
Purpose
This Request for Information (RFI) is issued solely for market research and planning purposes to identify qualified contractors capable of meeting the requirement. It does not constitute a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on responses to this notice. The government will not pay for any information submitted.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) Research Anaerobic Chamber. Key salient characteristics include:
- Electrical: Standard 120V plug.
- Interior Dimensions: Equal to or greater than 55" W x 31" D x 40" H (max depth 34").
- Interior Volume: Equal to or greater than 210 liters.
- Airlock Dimensions: Equal to or greater than 12" W x 14" D x 11" H.
- Features: Activated Carbon/O2 palladium cartridge scrubber, side access panel, low gas supply alarm, leak detection alarm, ability to establish <10ppm O2 in <1 hour, 90-second purge cycle, gloveless sleeves or optional cuff, gas tank floor restraint, pressurized gas regulators and fittings.
- Supplies: Sufficient supplies and catalyst for one year of operation.
- Warranty: One-year warranty.
- Delivery: Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, 1700 N. Wheeling Street, Aurora, CO, 80045.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 334516 – Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 1000 employees). Respondents may suggest alternative NAICS codes.
- Response Due: June 16, 2026, 4:00 PM Mountain Standard Time (MST).
- Published: June 9, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors must submit a capabilities statement and complete a market research table questionnaire. The response should include an overview of proposed solution(s) and product descriptions.
- Page Limit: Do not exceed 8 pages, including cover letter.
- Submission Method: Email to Devin.Reichert@va.gov.
- Proprietary Information: Mark responses as "Proprietary Information" if business sensitive.
- Required Information: Company Name, Address, UEI, Contact Name, Phone, Email, Business Size (Small, SDB, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB, VOSB, Large), FSS/GSA Contract details, Pricing Model, Buy American Act percentages, and specific questions for small businesses regarding manufacturing and the Nonmanufacturer Rule.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only. Responses are not offers and cannot be accepted to form a binding contract. The Government will not compensate respondents for costs incurred.