6640--BIOLOGICAL SAFETY CABINET
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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), specifically the Alvin C. York VAMC, is seeking quotations for Thermo Scientific 1500 Series A2 Class II, Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinets and Accessories. This is an unrestricted combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial products, with award based on the lowest price. Quotes are due by April 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the brand name Thermo Scientific 1500 Series A2 Class II, Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinet and associated accessories. This includes three 5-foot cabinets, two thimble ducts, two Alnor exhaust alarms, three vacuum valves, and three shelves for base stands. "White Glove Delivery/Inside Delivery" is mandatory, requiring the vendor to deliver, place units in the lab, set them up on stands or designated locations, and remove all debris. The cost for delivery and setup must be integrated into the individual line item prices.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 36C24926Q0185
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (not set-aside for small business concerns)
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 Employees)
- PSC: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Place of Performance/Delivery: TVHS, Veteran Administration Nashville Campus, 1310 24th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37212.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit a single, complete quote for all items on company letterhead in PDF format via email to larry.olive@va.gov. The email subject line must include "36C24926Q0185". Key Submission Requirements:
- Company name, address, UEI, CAGE code, Federal TIN, and telephone number.
- Estimated delivery date, warranty terms, and pricing with any discounts.
- Acknowledgment of solicitation amendments.
- An authorized distributor letter is required if the offeror is not the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
- Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible offeror with the best price to the Government for the total cost of all brand name items. Failure to provide an authorized distributor letter (if applicable) will result in technical unacceptability. The Government intends to award without discussions.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: April 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT
- Quotes Due: April 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT
Contact Information
For questions, contact Larry Olive at larry.olive@va.gov.