STERILE PROCESSING SERVICES

SOL #: HT941026N0051Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Health Agency (Dha)
DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY HCD WEST
CAMP PENDLETON, CA, 92055, United States

Place of Performance

LINDA, CA

NAICS

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals (622110)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies (J065)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 24, 2026
2
Response Deadline
May 12, 2026, 5:00 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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified and responsible sources for Sterile Processing Services for David Grant Medical Center (DGMC) at Travis Air Force Base, CA. This effort aims to determine the optimal acquisition strategy, including potential small business set-asides (8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HubZone, Woman-Owned Small Business). Responses are due May 12, 2026, 10:00 AM PST.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for end-to-end contingency sterile processing services for the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) at DGMC. This includes collection and transportation of contaminated instruments, cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, and return delivery. Services must adhere to AAMI ST-79, AORN, and CDC guidelines, as well as manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs). The contractor must provide an off-site sterile processing capability, including facility, staffing, equipment, and transportation, located within a 2-3 hour travel radius of DGMC. Key performance standards include 24-36 hour standard turnaround and 24-hour emergency turnaround.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought (Market Research). The government anticipates a future acquisition under FAR Parts 12 and 13, potentially a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract.
  • Anticipated Period of Performance: June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027, with three option years.
  • Set-Aside: Market research will inform decisions on potential set-asides; currently, no specific set-aside is designated.
  • Response Due: May 12, 2026, 10:00 AM PST.
  • Questions Due: May 1, 2026 (close of business).
  • Answers to Questions Posted: May 6, 2026.
  • Published: April 24, 2026.

Submission Requirements

Interested parties must submit a capability statement, limited to 5 pages (excluding cover letter/page/TOC), via email to Kenneth.d.Harmon.civ@health.mil. The statement should include:

  • Company name, address, CAGE code, small business status, and Point of Contact (POC).
  • Proposed alternate NAICS code and rationale (if applicable).
  • List of relevant past/current contracts (number, type, amount, POC).
  • Summary of services and characteristics related to the requirement.
  • Statement of interest and capability, including brochures, specifications, compatibility, and certifications.
  • Indication of proprietary information.

Additional Notes

This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee future contract awards. No reimbursement will be provided for response preparation.

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Posted: Apr 24, 2026
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