U099--Medical Surgical Unit (MSU) Operation and Maintenance Training
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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.
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 NCO 19, has issued an Intent to Sole Source a purchase order to FORTS Logistics, LLC. for Medical Surgical Unit (MSU) Operation and Maintenance Training. This training is required for personnel at the Western Colorado Health Care System (WCHCS). Interested parties must submit their capabilities by March 25th, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The training is for the operation and maintenance of the VA's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) FORTS Medical Surgical Unit (MSU), which has been deployed at WCHCS. This deployment supports the "Renovate Urgent Care Project" (Project 575-19-101) by housing the Emergency Department during an estimated 18-month construction period. The WCHCS Facilities Management Services (FMS) and Biomed teams require technical knowledge to ensure proper operation of the MSU's mechanical and electrical systems throughout the project duration.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Sole Source (Special Notice)
- Intended Awardee: FORTS Logistics, LLC.
- NAICS: 561210 Facilities Support Services ($47 Million)
- PSC: U099 Education/Training - Other
- Authority: RFO Part 12 Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services
- Response Due: March 25th, 2026, 12:00 PM Mountain Standard Time
- Published: March 23rd, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (Intent to Sole Source)
Action Items for Interested Parties
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties who believe they can meet the requirement described in the attached Statement of Work (SOW) may identify their interest and capability. Responses must clearly demonstrate the ability to meet the government's need and should include relevant information such as specifications, cut sheets, brochures, or capability statements. Responses are to be sent to heather.chase2@va.gov.
Additional Notes
A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed award is solely within the discretion of the Contracting Officer, based on responses to this notice. The Government is not responsible for any potential costs incurred by interested parties responding to this notice.