J065--PM&R - Sterilizers | San-I-Pak PM&R | Base 4 OY
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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 4 (NCO4), has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source Firm-fixed Price contract to San-I-Pak Pacific, Inc. for preventative maintenance (PM) and repair services for existing San-I-Pak autoclave sterilizer systems at the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. This contract covers a base year and four option years. Interested vendors must submit capability statements by June 2, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for PM service and replacement parts for an Autoclave Model 340-3P sterilizer and self-contained compactor (Serial number 340-3P-605-112023). Key tasks include:
- Quarterly PM work performed by a factory-trained San-I-Pak technician.
- Inspection and servicing of the service load door, chamber, electrical, service carriage, and shredder.
- Provision of PM equipment parts.
- Allowable emergency visit items include contractor travel, airfare, and labor.
- Cost estimates for work beyond contract terms must be provided for government approval.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed Price
- Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2031 (Base year + four option years)
- Estimated Total Cost: $167,502.20
- Response Due: June 2, 2026, 10:00 AM EST
- Published: May 18, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for quotes. Interested vendors must submit a capability statement (maximum one page) via email to emily.hall5@va.gov by the deadline. Capability statements must include Company Name, SAM UEI Number, Socioeconomic Category, and a brief description of capabilities. Responding as an "interested party" does not constitute a source; required information must be provided. The government reserves the discretion not to compete the contract based on responses.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: Intent to Sole Source (citing FAR 6.103-1(b) for one responsible source)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- SBA Size Standard: $34.0 Million
- PSC Code: J065 (Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment – Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies)
Additional Notes
- Security: Contractor employees require escort and must complete VA Privacy Training. No VA network access or sensitive information access is permitted.
- Work Schedule: To be scheduled in advance with the service line contracting representative during normal business hours (8 AM - 5 PM, Mon-Fri), though Environmental Management Services operates 24/7.
- Payment: Invoices must be submitted quarterly.
- Points of Contact: Emily Hall (Contract Specialist, emily.hall5@va.gov, 412-791-3009), Andrea Bagay (Contracting Representative, andrea.bagay@va.gov, 412-822-1608/412-315-9619), Peter Albertson (Deputy Housekeeping Officer, 412-215-4061).