J065--Housekeeping Equipment Preventive Maintenance
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 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 21 (NCO 21) has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for a future Request for Quote (RFQ) for Housekeeping Equipment Preventive Maintenance Services at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) in Palo Alto, CA. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The official solicitation (36C26126Q0730) is expected to be posted on SAM.gov around June 15, 2026, with quotes tentatively due on June 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive preventive maintenance services for housekeeping equipment utilized by the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. Specific details regarding the scope, frequency, and types of equipment will be provided in the forthcoming solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-Solicitation for a Request for Quote (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 811310
- Solicitation Posting: On or about June 15, 2026 (Solicitation Number: 36C26126Q0730)
- Quotes Tentatively Due: Monday, June 22, 2026 (specific time/date to be confirmed in solicitation)
- Published Date: June 4, 2026
Place of Performance
VA Palo Alto Health Care System, 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304.
Submission & Evaluation
The official solicitation will contain all necessary specifications and information required to submit a quote. Details regarding evaluation criteria and specific submission instructions will be outlined in the RFQ. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by the deadline specified within the RFQ once it is released.
Point of Contact
Gary Christensen, Contract Specialist, at gary.christensen@va.gov. Questions regarding this pre-solicitation notice should also be directed to Mr. Christensen via email.