Request For Information (RFI) - Sterile Processing Offsite Support
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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for Sterile Processing Offsite Support. This RFI seeks industry feedback on capabilities for off-site surgical instrument sterilization for Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) across eight of its nine networks. The goal is to inform a Business Case Analysis. Responses are due March 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST.
Purpose & Scope
The DHA is conducting market research to identify alternatives to on-site surgical instrument sterilization. This RFI aims to understand industry's capacity to provide offsite sterile processing services for a list of 13 specific MTFs, including Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Womack Army Medical Center, and others. This is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to a contract.
Information Sought
Respondents should provide details on:
- Current provision of medical sterilization services to the Government.
- Capability to support the listed MTFs, including estimated magnitude (approx. 150K trays per MTF).
- Barriers to service provision.
- Specific equipment sterilized and systems used.
- Standard pricing or estimated price ranges, including cost elements and volume discounts.
- Methods for tracking and settling instrument shrinkage.
- A one-page capability statement.
Submission Details
- Response Due: Friday, March 13, 2026, 11:00 AM CST.
- Submission Method: Email responses in PDF format to james.a.eismann.civ@health.mil.
- Email Subject: DHA_RFI_Sterile Processing_Company Name.
- Contact: James Eismann (james.a.eismann.civ@health.mil).
Additional Notes
This is a market research RFI; costs incurred by vendors are at their own expense. Not responding does not prevent participation in future solicitations. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for updates. Pricing information will be treated as proprietary. Do not include classified or sensitive information unless clearly marked.