Sources Sount Notice: Electric Cart Washer (to include deinstalling (old)/site prep & installing new)
Overview
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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 17, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes. The VA is seeking information from qualified businesses capable of providing an Electric Cart Washer, which includes the deinstallation of existing equipment, site preparation, and the delivery and installation of the new unit for the Valley Coastal Bend Veteran Affairs Healthcare System (VCBVAHCS) in Harlingen, TX. This is a "Turn-Key" project. Responses are due by April 9, 2026, 12:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
The project involves a comprehensive "Turn-Key" solution to replace an existing Steam Cart Washer with a new Electric Cart Washer. Key tasks include:
- Deinstallation of the current Steam Cart Washer, including removal of panels and disposal.
- Pre-installation site preparation, such as drilling/coring concrete for utilities, installing a new stainless steel cart washer support, and a step-down transformer.
- Installation of the new Electric Cart Washer, connecting utilities (water, RO system, compressed air, drainage), installing an exhaust fan, and connecting to the existing duct system.
- Safety testing and verification of the new cart washer's functionality.
- All work must adhere to local/state codes, NEC, AMMI ST 108 requirements, and VCB policy, including safety and Infection Control Measures Level IV.
- The new Electric Cart Washer must meet specific salient characteristics (dimensions, heating type, double-door pass-through, power-operated doors, loading ramp, forced air drying, non-recirculating drying air).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 800 Employees)
- Product Service Code: 6515 Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies
- Place of Performance: Harlingen Care Center, 2601 Veterans Dr., Harlingen, TX, 78550
- Response Due: April 9, 2026, 12:00 PM CT
- Published Date: March 26, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should respond via email to Contract Specialist Stephanie Reeves at stephanie.reeves@va.gov. Responses must include:
- Company Information
- Business Classification
- SDVOSB/VOSB Compliance (if applicable)
- Small Business Status
- Capability Statement
- Equipment Manufacturer and Country of Origin
- Current Federal Contracts
- Contract Availability
- Questions/concerns regarding the attached draft Statement of Work (SOW). No telephone inquiries will be accepted.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This notice encourages responses from Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), Small Business Administration Section 8a, Women-Owned, and other socio-economically disadvantaged small businesses to assist in making a set-aside determination. Businesses of any size with the required experience and qualifications are also encouraged to respond.
Additional Notes
This is for information purposes only and is not a solicitation or commitment by the Government. A draft SOW is attached for additional details.