6640--Two Mobile Blood Bank Refrigerators
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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), specifically the VISN 22 Network Contracting Office, is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for two mobile blood bank refrigerators for the VA Southern Arizona Healthcare System in Tucson, AZ. This RFI is for market research purposes only to identify potential qualified sources. Responses will help determine appropriate acquisition decisions, including potential set-asides. Responses are due by April 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time.
Scope of Requirement
The VA requires two mobile blood bank refrigerators that meet specific salient characteristics. Key features include:
- Temperature Range: Maintain 1°C – 6°C with +/- 1.0°C uniformity.
- Capacity: Minimum internal dimensions of 10” (L) x 7” (W) x 10” (D).
- Mobility: Must be easily movable on sturdy wheels.
- Display & Alarms: Visible external temperature display, with audible and visual alarms for high/low temperature and low battery.
- Connectivity: External temperature port for data loggers.
- Power: Battery run time of 12+ hours, recharge time of 10 hours max, 100-240VAC, 50-60 Hz.
- Standards: Must be AABB and FDA compliant, and Energy-Star Certified.
- Warranty: Includes a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty. A brand name example provided is BIOFRIDGE BFT-15.
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors must submit responses via email to Joanne Woo (joanne.woo@va.gov) by the deadline. The email subject line must be "RFI 36C26226Q0638 Mobile Blood Bank Refrigerator and COMPANY NAME". Required information includes:
- Company Name, DUNS, Address, Point of Contact (Name, Phone, Email).
- Business size information (e.g., Small Business, SDVOSB, VOSB).
- FSS/GSA or NASA SEWP contract details, if applicable.
- A capability statement demonstrating qualifications and ability to deliver the product within 30 days.
- General pricing for market research.
Eligibility & Set-Aside Consideration
The NAICS code for this requirement is 333415 (Air Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1250 employees. The VA is specifically seeking information on Small Businesses, including Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB). If market research identifies two or more certified VOSB or SDVOSB sources, the subsequent solicitation will be set aside accordingly. All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Important Notes
This is solely for market research and planning; it does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are not offers and cannot form a binding contract. Responders are responsible for all associated costs.