J065--BD Pyxis Maintenance at the Hines VA Hospital in Hines, IL
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 VA Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Becton Dickinson and Company (BD) for the maintenance of Pyxis automated dispensing equipment at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL. This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for competitive quotes. Firms believing they can meet the requirements must submit detailed capability statements by February 6, 2026, 8:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide technical support, diagnostic, corrective, and preventive maintenance services for Pyxis equipment, ensuring compliance with manufacturer's specifications.
Key Requirements for Interested Vendors
Firms challenging the sole source intent must provide evidence demonstrating their ability to meet requirements, including:
- Proof of OEM authorization (per VAAR clauses 852.212-71(c) and 852.212-72(c)).
- Ability to provide OEM parts.
- OEM certified technical personnel.
- Capability to utilize OEM's billable service (if applicable).
- Unlimited 24/7 technical phone support (including Federal holidays).
- Guaranteed 8-hour on-site response time.
- Remote access and software update capabilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Duration: Base year + four (4) option years
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (to Becton Dickinson and Company)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- PSC: J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, 8:00 AM CST
- Published: January 30, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. Responses will be evaluated, but the government reserves the discretion not to compete. If no responses are received, the Contracting Officer will proceed with the sole source negotiation with BD. Capability statements must be submitted via email only as an MS Word or Adobe PDF attachment to Jessica Hansen at jessica.hansen@va.gov. Telephonic inquiries will not be accepted.