J066--PMR THERMOFISHER FREEZERS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
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), specifically the San Diego VA Health Care System Research Department, is conducting a Sources Sought announcement for market research. The purpose is to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), 8(a), HubZone, and other small businesses capable of providing preventative maintenance and repair services for two -80 upright ThermoFisher freezers. Responses are due by April 07, 2026, at 1:00 PM MST.
Purpose
This is a market research effort, not a solicitation, to inform appropriate acquisition decisions and gain knowledge of potential qualified small businesses. The VA is mandated to consider a total set-aside for SDVOSBs, but an alternate set-aside or full and open competition may be pursued if SDVOSB responses are inadequate.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive preventative maintenance and repair services for two -80 upright ThermoFisher freezers located at the VA Medical Center Research Department in San Diego, CA. These freezers are critical for storing biological samples from human and animal study subjects. Specific tasks include:
- Providing emergency services with a two-hour response window upon request.
- Offering after-hours and weekend services as needed.
- Delivering an electronic copy of the field service report after each service call, detailing services performed and replacement parts used.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Service contract (1 base year + 4 option years)
- Period of Performance (Anticipated): May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2031
- Place of Performance: VA Medical Center Research Department, 3350 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, 6th floor, Room 6000, CA 92161
- Set-Aside: Primarily seeking Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with consideration for other small business types.
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- Response Due: April 07, 2026, 1:00 PM MST
- Published: April 02, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit the following information via email to garrett.lyles@va.gov (Attn: Garrett Lyles, Contracting Officer):
- Company name, address, point of contact, phone, fax, and email.
- DUNS number, CAGE Code, and Tax ID Number.
- Type of small business (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDB, Small Business).
- A capability statement detailing the organization's qualifications and ability to perform the described work.
Eligibility & Registration
All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and complete the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA). Additionally, SDVOSBs and VOSBs must be registered with the SBA-Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) Registry.
Additional Notes
This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or issue a solicitation. The Government will not pay for any costs associated with responding to this request. No sub-contracting opportunities are anticipated.