J065--Omnicell Service Agreement
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 (VA), specifically the Network Contracting Office 16, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for an Omnicell Service Agreement. This market research effort aims to identify potential sources for an annual service agreement covering Omnicell Secure Storage Systems and Associated Equipment at the Veteran's Health Care System of the Ozarks (VHSO) in Fayetteville, AR. This is not a solicitation for bids or proposals, but rather an RFI to gather information for future procurement strategy. Responses are due by March 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The VA requires an annual service agreement for its Omnicell Secure Storage Systems and associated equipment. Key services include:
- Telephone and remote support.
- On-site remedial and preventive maintenance.
- Coverage for parts, labor, and travel for corrective maintenance.
- Priority parts delivery, including overnight shipment.
- Provision of licenses and updates for software and Operating Systems (OS).
- Database updates and interface maintenance.
- On-site work to be performed Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CST, excluding holidays.
- A one-business-day on-site response time for emergency repairs.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought Notice (Market Research)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: Base period plus four option years (details in future solicitation).
- Product Service Code (PSC): J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies).
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with an anticipated SBA size standard of $34 Million.
- Published Date: March 5, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a market research effort to determine the appropriate procurement strategy, including potential set-asides or sole-source actions. Small Business Concerns are strongly encouraged to respond. If no responses are received from authorized service providers, the action may be sole-sourced to the manufacturer or an authorized service provider.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Request for Information (RFI) only. Vendors must provide information to assist the VA in determining the procurement strategy and market pricing. Responses should address:
- Vendor authorization as an Omnicell service provider with access to OEM parts.
- Company information, business size, and availability under existing contracts (GWAC, GSA, IDIQ, BPA).
- Estimated market research pricing.
Deadlines & Contact Information
- Questions Due: March 5, 2026, by 11:00 am CST.
- Responses Due: March 10, 2026, by 07:00 am CST.
- Submission Method: Email responses to William.Shaver@va.gov.
- Email Subject Line: VAMC Omnicell Service Agreement.
- Primary Contact: William Shaver, Contract Specialist, William.Shaver@va.gov, 601-206-6953.
Additional Notes
This notice does not constitute a solicitation and does not commit the Government to any contract. All submitted information is voluntary and for market research purposes only. The VA owns the rights to all data and records produced under any resulting contract.