Medical Grade Shredder for Wilkes-Barre

SOL #: 36C24426Q0588Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)
PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, United States

Place of Performance

Wilkes Barre, PA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

Waste Disposal Equipment (4540)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
May 13, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 27, 2026, 4:00 PM

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 Wilkes-Barre VAMC, is soliciting proposals for a Brand Name or Equal Medical Waste Shredder. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity aims to procure one (1) industrial-style shredder, including delivery, installation, and training, to enhance productivity and reduce disposal costs and risks. Quotes are due by May 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for one (1) medical waste shredder, Brand Name or Equal to Ameri-Shred Model MWS-21005, Series 1. Key specifications include:

  • 5 HP motor, 208V 3PH 60HZ.
  • User-friendly touch screen interface.
  • Ability to shred small items like syringes.
  • Emergency stop and automatic reverse functions.
  • Minimum cutting chamber size of 12"x12".
  • Compliance with OSHA and EPA standards.
  • Construction from hardened, high-strength alloy material.
  • Delivery, installation, and training for warehouse staff.
  • Minimum 1-year manufacturer's warranty covering parts and labor, with access to customer and technical support.
  • Powder coat finish (standard or equivalent to Traffic Blue RAL#5017).

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Procurement, Brand Name or Equivalent.
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
  • NAICS Code: 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing), Size Standard: 800 employees.
  • Place of Performance: Wilkes Barre, PA, United States.
  • Questions Due: May 20, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT.
  • Quotes Due: May 27, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT.
  • Delivery: Expected within 60 days after contract award.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Quotes must be submitted via email to the Contracting POC.
  • Evaluation will be based on a comparative assessment for best value, considering Technical Specifications and Price.
  • Offerors must provide brochures, pamphlets, or hyperlinks for feature evaluation.
  • An OEM authorization letter is required if the offeror is not the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
  • Required forms include SF 1449 (completed Section B.2 Price/Cost Schedule, Section B.3 Delivery Schedule), and clauses E.3 (Buy American Certificate) and E.4 (Place of Manufacture).
  • Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days.

Contact Information

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Points of Contact

Gabriella ByrnePRIMARY
gabriella.byrne@va.gov
Andrea Aultman-SmithSECONDARY
andrea.aultman-smith@va.gov

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Posted: May 13, 2026
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