J065--Vision Cart Utensil Washer
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 (VA), Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), has issued a Sources Sought Notice indicating its intent to award a Sole Source, Firm-Fixed Price contract to Steris Incorporated for a Vision 1330L Cart and Utensil Washer Disinfector. This notice seeks capability information from other responsible sources who believe they can meet the requirement. Responses are due by 1:00 PM EST on April 1, 2026.
Purpose and Scope
The purpose of this requirement is to restore reliable cleaning and disinfection capabilities for case carts at the Bay Pines VAMC Sterilization Processing Station (SPS) in Bay Pines, FL. The existing Cart Washer has been inoperable for over 100 days, leading to manual, less effective, and time-consuming disinfection processes. Restoring this equipment is critical for maintaining infection control, staff efficiency, and uninterrupted patient care.
Equipment Requirements
The required equipment is a Vision 1330L, Cart and Utensil Washer Disinfector with specific characteristics:
- Model: Vision 1330L, Cart and Utensil Washer Disinfector (480V 60Hz electric heated, Double power doors, 3161 Chamber Model).
- Physical: Must fit existing space (Overall: 3048 x 2591 x 3416mm; Chamber Load: 1016 x 2032 x 3000mm).
- Utilities: Specific requirements for Air, Ventilation, Drain, Air Compressor, Pure Water, Hot Water, Steam, and Condensate Return.
- Features: Includes a spraying system, automatic horizontal sliding doors with obstruction sensors, LED interior lights, integral self-priming chemical dispenser, stainless steel wash chamber, removable debris screen, insulated treatment staging tanks, high-pressure pump, and drain discharge cool down.
- Control System: PC-based with a touch-sensitive color graphic display, impact printer, security access codes, service mode, preprogrammed cycles, USB port (for PDF data), and an Ethernet port (for remote monitoring).
- Safety: Features include a safety door switch, obstruction sensor, emergency stop pushbuttons/cables, and an on/off switch.
- Package: Must include utensil/container/instrument racks, instrument/container/descaling cycles, 1-year preventive care, and optional ConnectAssure technology.
Contract Details
- Type: Sources Sought (Intent to Award Sole Source)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Place of Performance: Bay Pines VAMC, Bay Pines, FL 33744
- Period of Performance: To Be Determined (TBD)
Response Requirements
This is not a solicitation. Responsible sources opposing the sole source award must submit capability information and/or an OEM Authorization Letter. Submissions should include:
- Company name and address.
- Primary point of contact (phone, email).
- Federal Supply Schedule (FSS), if available.
- Applicable socioeconomic categories and ability to meet the requirement.
- Brief descriptions of recent and relevant projects (1 page maximum).
- Business size (NAICS code 334510).
- Product and Service Code (J046).
Submission & Deadline
- Response Due: 1:00 PM EST, Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Submission Method: Email only to Timothy Felix, Contract Specialist, at timothy.felix@va.gov. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
Information received will be used solely to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. The Government will not be responsible for any costs associated with preparing responses. The salient characteristics are essential and not believed to limit the acquisition to a single manufacturer.