J079--Auto-Chlor Chemical Delivery
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), specifically Network Contracting Office 6 (36C246), has issued a Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source) for Auto-Chlor Chemical Delivery and Service. This notice indicates the VA's intent to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order to AutoChlor System of Carolina for chemical delivery and service for various cleaning equipment at the Asheville VA Medical Center. The government has determined AutoChlor System of Carolina to be the only capable source. Expressions of interest are due March 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes transportation, delivery, and chemicals for:
- Commercial dish machines
- Pot machines
- Pulpier
- Floor cleaning
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source (Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order)
- Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs
- Product Service Code: J079 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Cleaning Equipment And Supplies
- Published: March 11, 2026
- Expressions of Interest Due: March 16, 2026, 10:00 AM Eastern Time (New York, USA)
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotations. However, the government will consider all expressions of interest received within three (3) days of the notice's issuance. Interested contractors must identify their capability to provide comparable services and provide sufficient data. The government will use this information to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted, but the decision not to compete remains at the government's discretion. Expressions of interest should be sent via email to Kristine Woodbury (Kristine.Woodbury@va.gov).
Eligibility / Procurement Method
This acquisition will be conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and Other Than Full and Open Competition (FAR 13.106-1(b)).