6830--Supply: Bulk Medical Oxygen

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to solicitation 36C24826Q0531 addresses questions submitted by vendors regarding the Bulk Medical Oxygen supply.

• The specific details of the changes are contained within the attached document: 36C24826Q0531 0001.

• This amendment is intended to clarify requirements based on vendor questions. Bidders should review the attached document for any potential impacts on their proposals or understanding of the solicitation requirements.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to solicitation 36C24826Q0531 addresses solicitation questions. The effective date of this amendment is April 13, 2026.

• The amendment clarifies the contract type as a Supply Contract.
• It confirms that Emergency Deliveries (ED) are not included under the anticipated contract.
• It addresses questions regarding insurance requirements and contractor liability/indemnification, clarifying the government's intent to ensure the contractor is responsible for damage or claims caused by its own negligence, not incidents beyond its control.
• It confirms that the contract will not include Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) related to CMMC certification.
• It states there are no current plans for the GOV to convert the VAMC Lake City tank system's ownership from GOV Owned to Contractor Owned.
• It clarifies that responsibility for ensuring compliance with FAR 52.212-4 and state of Florida licensing regulations for SDVOSB offerors shall be managed under Contract Administration.

This amendment does not appear to change the hour and date specified for receipt of offers, but offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the provision and delivery of medical-grade bulk liquid oxygen to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) North Florida/ South Georgia VA Healthcare System (NF/SG VAHCS) at the Lake City VA Medical Center (LCVAMC). The contract will be Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Supply and delivery of medical-grade bulk liquid oxygen.

• The facility has one 3500-gallon primary and one 525-gallon reserve tank.

• Estimated annual requirement is 106,000 CCF.

• Offerors must meet or exceed specified standards, including FDA's Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) and United States Pharmacopeia/National Formulary (U.S.P.) standards.

• A valid certificate of analysis must be provided with each delivery.

• In-service training may be requested after award.

• Assistance with alarm set point testing and verification may be requested.

• Identification of any code deficiencies in the Medical Center's existing system is required.

• Verification and potential repair of gauges on government-owned tanks may be requested.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: Five (5) month base period and four (4) one-year option periods.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but quantities are provided for pricing.

• Offerors Questions Deadline: Tuesday, April 7, 2026, by 4:30 PM.

• Quote Submission Deadline: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, by 4:30 PM ET.

• Submission Method: Via email to scott.brickey@va.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical, Delivery, and Price, for an integrated, best-value determination.

• This solicitation is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• NAICS Code: 325120 (Industrial Gas Manufacturing).

• The Government owns two existing medical-grade liquid bulk oxygen tanks.

• Delivery hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM, excluding Federal holidays.

• Offerors must complete and return Attachment A (Manufacturing Facilities) with their quotation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the distribution and supply of bulk medical-grade liquid oxygen for the Lake City VA Medical Center. The Department of Veterans Affairs, North Florida / South Georgia Veterans Health System, is issuing this requirement.

• Supply and distribution of bulk medical-grade liquid oxygen.

• The contract will include a base period with four (4) one (1) year option periods.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 04-15-2026 4:30 PM EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA.

• Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), Sun Center, 235 Main St #106, Gainesville FL 32601.

• Point of Contact: Scott K. Brickey, Contracting Officer, scott.brickey@va.gov, 352-283-2837.

• This opportunity is set aside for SDVOSBC (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business).

• Product Service Code: 6830

• NAICS Code: 325120

• Place of Performance: Lake City VA Medical Center, 619 S Marion Ave, Lake City FL 32608, USA.

• Referenced documents: 36C24826Q0531 and ATTACHMENT A Manufacturing Facilites.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "ATTACHMENT A Manufacturing Facilities," is a form that potential bidders must complete and return with their quote. It is designed to collect specific information about the manufacturing and packaging facilities that will be used for the opportunity.

The form includes the following columns for bidders to complete:

• Sol Item #
• Mfg/Production Point Complete Name Address and Phone Number
• FDA Registration #
• Repacking/Packaging Point Complete Name Address and Phone Number
• FDA Registration #
• Ordering Address & Phone Number

Bidders must accurately fill out this attachment to provide necessary details about their manufacturing and packaging capabilities and locations. This information is crucial for the government's evaluation of the bidder's ability to meet the requirements of the opportunity.