J065--Preventative Maintenance on Steris Disinfectors
Overview
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Original Source
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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 (NCO) 6 has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Preventative Maintenance (PM) on Steris equipment. The VA intends to award a sole source contract to Steris for services at the Garner VA Clinic/Durham VAMC in Garner, NC. This notice is for market research purposes; interested parties may submit capabilities to challenge the sole source intent. Responses are due March 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Preventative Maintenance services on specific Steris ADV+PT models of disinfectors. Services must adhere to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications, warranty requirements, industry best practices, and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Key deliverables include:
- All necessary parts, labor, and travel for PM.
- A detailed service report after each call, including date, hours, parts used, safety checks, and performance data.
- Personnel performing maintenance must be properly trained, qualified, and certified by the OEM.
- Vendors must be an OEM, authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller, verified by an authorization letter.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (under FAR 13.106-1(b)(2))
- NAICS: 811210 Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance ($34 million size standard)
- Period of Performance: April 28, 2026 – September 30, 2026
- Response Due: March 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST
- Published: March 19, 2026
Submission & Eligibility
This is NOT a request for quotation or competitive proposals. The government intends to award to Steris. Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirement may identify their interest and submit detailed documentation of their capabilities to Krisanne.Dernago@va.gov. Information received will be used solely for market research to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response.
Additional Notes
- Place of Performance: Garner VA Clinic, 2700 Benson Rd, Garner, NC 27529.
- Contact: Krisanne Dernago, Contract Specialist, Krisanne.Dernago@va.gov, 757-722-9961.