Notice of Award: STERIS VHP Calibration and Certification
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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.
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Quick Summary
The Department of the Army / Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) has issued a Notice of Award for STERIS VHP Calibration and Certification services. This acquisition is a sole-source procurement from STERIS Corporation, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), for the annual certification, maintenance, and calibration of its VHP-1000-ARD Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP) equipment at Dugway, UT. The justification for limiting competition is based on STERIS's exclusive proprietary software, specialized tools, factory-certified technicians, and sole authority to provide NIST-traceable calibration and required documentation.
Scope of Work
DPG's Chemical Biological Testing Division (CBTD) requires critical services for two STERIS model ARD-120 VHP 1000 sterilizer units, essential for decontaminating sensitive equipment and biological laboratories. Key requirements include:
- Annual certification, maintenance, and calibration of STERIS VHP-1000-ARD equipment.
- Preventative maintenance and repair services.
- Annual inspection, cleaning, and system calibration.
- Parts replacement.
- Issuance of a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) traceable certification.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Fixed Price
- Funding: FY 2026 Operations & Maintenance, Army (OMA) and Other Funds: RDT&E.
- Period of Performance: One-year base period with four, one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (awarded to STERIS Corporation).
- Place of Performance: Dugway, UT.
- Published Date: May 11, 2026.
Justification for Sole Source
Market research, including a Sources Sought Notice, confirmed that STERIS Corporation is the only source capable of meeting the requirements. STERIS is the OEM and holds exclusive control over proprietary software, specialized tools, and certified technicians necessary for calibration and NIST certification. They are also the sole supplier of factory-authorized parts and prohibit third-party servicing. Failure to obtain OEM certification would render the units nonfunctional, impacting critical decontamination operations and biological defense capabilities. This is a follow-on requirement with a history of sole-source awards to STERIS Corporation.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Laurel J. Brown
- Email: laurel.j.brown7.civ@army.mil
- Phone: 435-831-2369