J046--FY26 Service - Aqua Sciences Dialysis (Base + 4)
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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), Network Contracting Office 02, has published a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for FY26 Service - Aqua Sciences Dialysis (Base + 4). This document justifies a sole source award to Aqua Services, Inc. for preventative maintenance of reverse osmosis water purification and deionization systems at the Buffalo VA Medical Center.
Purpose & Scope
The purpose of this JOFOC is to secure essential preventative maintenance services for the VA's water purification and deionization systems. The scope of work includes routine preventative maintenance, the addition of a temporary DI backup system, an increase in mixed bed DI tanks from 4 to 75, and additional monthly and quarterly bacteria testing to meet AAMI Standard requirements.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: A base year from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, followed by four (4) one-year option years, extending through March 31, 2031.
- Product Service Code (PSC): J046 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Water Purification And Sewage Treatment Equipment)
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but approvals for other than full and open competition can go up to $90 million.
Justification & Eligibility
This is a sole source justification, citing "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements." Market research conducted by the VA did not identify other sources capable of providing the required services. Aqua Services, Inc. is registered as a small business. A Notice of Intent to Sole Source was previously posted on SAM.gov, which received one response that was not further considered due to lack of response to inquiries. Price reasonableness was determined by comparing the quote to the current contract, with an increase attributed to added equipment and services.
Response Information
This is a justification document and not a solicitation for proposals. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for future opportunities.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Taylor Richter, Contract Specialist, at Taylor.Richter@va.gov or (716) 862-7461 x24868.