H966--PHARMACY USP 797 800 CERTIFICATION TESTING
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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 VA Central California Healthcare System (VACCHCS), is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified contractors capable of providing semi-annual certification testing for pharmacy sterile compounding clean rooms in compliance with USP <797> and <800> standards. This market research aims to ensure the safety and quality of sterile compounding environments. Responses are due by June 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The required services include semi-annual certification testing for clean rooms in Building 1 (excluding the out-of-service Hazardous Drug Room) and Building 24 at the VA Central California Health Care System. Testing must adhere to USP <795>, <797>, <800>, ISO 14644, The Joint Commission standards, and VHA Directives. Key testing components include:
- Airflow volume/velocity measurements and HEPA filter integrity leak testing.
- Certification of Biological Safety Cabinets (BSCs) and Laminar Flow Units (LFUs), including nonviable particle counts.
- Airflow visualization studies (smoke studies) with video logs.
- Particulate counting for cleanrooms (Non-HD, HD, Ante Rooms).
- Differential pressure measurements and room air exchange rate (ACH) determination.
- Testing of Pass-through boxes.
- Viable particle sampling (airborne and surface) with genus and colony identification.
Vendors must apply pass/fail stickers on-site, provide a preliminary report within 24 hours, and a final report within 30 days. Out-of-cycle testing may be required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Contract Structure: Base year with four (4) one-year option periods.
- Anticipated Base Period: August 6, 2026 to August 5, 2027.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: June 9, 2026, 5:00 PM PST.
- Published: May 26, 2026.
Performance Standards & Special Requirements
- All testing must be performed by CETA certified technicians (minimum of 3 required).
- Contractor must be located within a 250-mile radius of Fresno VA and able to dispatch a technician the same business day.
- Contractor must maintain certifications and training records, provide a Quality Control (QC) plan within 10 days of award, and ensure employees wear distinctive uniforms and comply with VA conduct/safety standards.
- Invoices must be submitted electronically via Tungsten Network.
Place of Performance
VA Central California Health Care System, 2615 E Clinton Ave, Fresno, CA 93703.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Cynthia Diezel, Contracting Officer, at cynthia.diezel@va.gov or 916-923-4567.