7125--Antimicrobial Shelving Units
Overview
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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) is conducting a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify qualified firms capable of replacing Antimicrobial Shelving Units for walk-in freezers and refrigerators at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System in New Orleans, LA. This market research is primarily for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), but information from all business sizes is requested. Responses are due by April 1, 2026, 8:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves replacing all existing anti-microbial shelving units with new units that conform to detailed standards. This includes the removal and disposal of old units, and the provision and installation of new stainless steel units. The new shelving must feature swivel caster wheels with brakes, an 800 lbs per shelf capacity, a louvered/embossed design for air circulation, adjustable heights and feet, and a 12-15 year warranty against rust and corrosion. The anticipated period of performance is six months from the date of award, specifically from July 31, 2026, to January 30, 2027.
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit a brief capability statement (five pages or less) detailing their ability to provide these services. Submissions must also include:
- Business size and socio-economic status (SDVOSB, VOSB, Hubzone, 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, woman-owned, or large business).
- UEI number.
- SAM registration status.
- SBA VetCert registration status (required for SDVOSB/VOSB consideration).
- GSA contract number, if applicable.
Responses should be emailed to Marcus.Sidney@va.gov with " Shelving" in the subject line.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
- NAICS: 337215 (Showcase, Partition, Shelving, and Locker Manufacturing) with a 500-employee size standard.
- Response Due: April 1, 2026, 8:00 AM CST
- Published: March 24, 2026
Important Notes
This is solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. A solicitation is not currently available. Future awards will require SAM registration, and SDVOSB/VOSB status requires SBA VetCert certification.