J065--Arjo Tubs Service Contract (VA-26-00028120)
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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 Veterans Health Administration, Network Contracting Office 02 (NCO 02) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a Preventative Maintenance and Service contract for Arjo Huntleigh height-adjustable bathing systems at the Bath VA Medical Center in Bath, NY. The agency intends to award this contract to Arjo Huntleigh, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), due to the proprietary nature of the equipment, the need to preserve manufacturer warranties, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain patient safety. Interested parties capable of meeting the requirement must submit documentation by February 19, 2026, at 14:00 EST.
Opportunity Details
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Arjo Huntleigh (OEM)
- NAICS Code: 811412 - APPLIANCE Repair and Maintenance (Size Standard: $19.0 Million)
- Product Service Code: J065 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies
Scope of Work
This requirement covers routine preventative maintenance, inspection, calibration, and repairs for the VA's currently owned Arjo Huntleigh height-adjustable sitting and reclining assisted bathing systems. These systems are critical medical equipment essential for safe patient bathing, infection control, fall prevention, and caregiver injury reduction. Services must be performed by factory-trained and certified Arjo Huntleigh technicians who have exclusive access to OEM parts, technical documentation, software updates, and calibration tools.
Contract & Timeline
- Period of Performance: Estimated March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with potential for four (4) option years.
- All work is to be completed no later than 30 days after receiving an awarded contract.
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Bath VAMC, 400 Fort Hill Ave., Bath, NY 14424.
Submission & Response
This notice is NOT a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement.
- Response Due: Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 14:00 Eastern Standard Time (EST).
- Submission Method: Email only to Contract Specialist Jason M. Rundle at jason.rundle@va.gov.
- Subject Line: "RESPONSE TO INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE – Arjo Tubs".
- Required Documentation: Clear and convincing documentation demonstrating capabilities to satisfy the requirements, including general information and technical background.
- Eligibility: Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).
- The Department of Veterans Affairs will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice.