S299--629-26-1-622-0009 Scrub / Linen Machine
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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16, has issued an Intent to Sole Source Notice for services to install, stock, and maintain a Scrub and Linen Dispensing System for the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System (SLVHCS) in New Orleans, LA. The VA intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to L1 Enterprises. However, interested parties may submit capabilities statements by March 30, 2026, to demonstrate their ability to meet the requirement.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks services for a comprehensive scrub and linen dispensing system. Key requirements include:
- Scrub Dispensing Machine: Must provide clean scrubs to authorized staff, control access, reduce cross-contamination, keep soiled scrubs enclosed, hold individual scrub sets/jackets, and dispense within 5 seconds without internal movement (no rotating drums).
- Linen Dispensing Machine: Must be specifically designed for linen, feature automated door operation (open in 3 seconds, close in 6 seconds) with adjustable open duration, and utilize software compatible with existing equipment. The software should provide usage, user, and inventory control reporting, use scale weight-based data with badge access, offer customizable alerts for inventory, and incorporate a unique touchpad for high-volume badge access.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price contract (Intent to Sole Source)
- Duration: Base award with four potential option years
- Set-Aside: None specified (Intent to Sole Source)
- Capabilities Statement Due: March 30, 2026, by 4:00 PM Central Time
- Published: March 11, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for quotations. Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement by the due date to luke.miles@va.gov. The statement must provide clear evidence of the party's capability to provide the required products/services. Respondents should reference solicitation number 36C25626Q0472 and include "Notice of Intent" in the subject line. The government will use responses to determine whether to conduct a full solicitation. If no viable responses are received, NCO 16 will proceed with negotiations solely with L1 Enterprises.
Additional Notes
Vendors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://sam.gov/SAM/ to be eligible for award. Verbal and facsimile responses are not accepted.