ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING SYSTEM
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) is conducting a Sources Sought to gather information for planning its acquisition strategy for maintenance services, annual revalidation, and technical support of its existing Rees Scientific Environmental Temperature Monitoring System in Bethesda, MD. This system includes 1,200 inputs across 7 management nodes. Responses are due by April 06, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive support of the government-owned Rees Scientific Environmental Temperature Monitoring System. This includes:
- Maintenance services.
- Annual complete system revalidation.
- Technical support, including a 24/7 hotline for malfunctions.
- Timely maintenance service calls and system user orientation.
- Repairs, with the vendor covering equipment and supplies.
- Adherence to installation security and institution safety requirements.
- Annual validation documented in accordance with healthcare industry quality requirements and performance standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Estimated Period of Performance: July 01, 2026 – June 30, 2031 (Base year + four one-year option periods).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: April 06, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
- Published: March 26, 2026.
Evaluation
Responses will assist the Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA) Healthcare Contracting Division – Northeast (HCD-NE) in planning its acquisition strategy. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether a competitive procurement is in the Government's best interest. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.
Additional Notes
Interested parties should submit a capability statement (not to exceed 2 pages) demonstrating their ability to perform the required services. The statement must clearly show the vendor's capability to service and maintain the Rees Scientific Monitoring System, including access to proprietary software, tools, and qualified personnel. This is NOT a request for competitive proposals or quotations. Requests for copies of a solicitation will not be honored.