J065--The repair of the existing Climacool Surgery Chiller at the Clement J Zablocki Medical Center 5000 W National Avenue 5000 W National Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53295-0004
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) is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort to identify Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) capable of performing repairs on the existing Climacool Surgery Chiller at the Clement J Zablocki Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. This is not a solicitation, but information gathered will help determine the procurement method. Responses are due by March 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is to provide all necessary labor, travel, parts, and materials to repair the Climacool Surgery Chiller. Key components required for repair include:
- (8) High-Pressure Control Switches
- (8) 200PSI WIKA R-1 Transducers
- (1) 600PSI WIKA R-1 Transducer
- (8) Contactor Three-pole 90-amp 24 Volt Coils
- (8) Auxiliary Contacts
- (2) HGBE-8 valves
- (5) drier liquid lines
Contractors must also perform startup and testing to verify proper operation, use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), ensure work is performed by qualified personnel, and clean up the jobsite upon completion.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- Estimated Period of Performance: 90 days after contract award (if a contract results)
- Normal Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (excluding Federal Holidays); off-hours work possible by mutual agreement.
- Warranty: A 3-year warranty on parts, labor, and travel is required from the ship date.
- NAICS Code: 238220 – Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors
- Product Service Code: J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
- Response Due: March 26, 2026, by 10:00 AM CDT
- Published Date: March 24, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
This Sources Sought is restricted to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) only. All responses must be emailed to Sylvia.Iloh@va.gov.
Additional Notes
Contractors must comply with OSHA and other safety regulations, protect government property, and repair any damage caused. Employees must wear visible identification and company uniforms. Parking is the contractor's responsibility. Smoking is prohibited inside buildings and on the Milwaukee VA Campus, and possession of weapons is prohibited. Tool kits are subject to search, and facility check-in is required at the Facilities Management Office or Graphics Center, Bldg 113.