Sterilization Government Bids & RFPs

This is a proposed sole source action for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the purchase, installation, and sustainment of Censitrac Sterile Processing Services (SPS) Instrument Tracking Systems (ITS), including hardware, software, site assessment, server support, annual maintenance, training, and licenses. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis. The Censitrac software by Censis Technologies is currently deployed in 186 VHA facilities and is an already interfaced baseline product for the Federal Electronic Health Records (FEHR) modernization. The solution must interface with the current Electronic Health Records (EHR) system and improve the tracking, cleaning, sterilization processing, and distribution of reusable medical equipment (RME). The contract includes a base period of 1 year, two 12-month option periods, and one optional task. Censis is the only source with the required access to the proprietary Censitrac software and certified personnel for training.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a Rapid Sterility Instrument prepared in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires a rapid sterility instrument capable of reducing incubation time and providing faster sterility results compared to conventional USP methods. The instrument must utilize ATP bioluminescence technology, be compatible with USP compendial media, and analyze both filterable and nonfilterable pharmaceutical products. Key technical requirements include results within 7 days or less, a testing capacity of at least 28 tests per hour, automated reagent additions and result reading, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliant software. The instrument should be a benchtop model with specific dimension limitations and compatible with standard US electrical outlets. The offered system must be a turnkey solution, including hardware, software, installation, and startup supplies. A 1-year warranty is required, covering troubleshooting, replacement parts, and phone/email technical support. Delivery, installation, and training must occur within 90 calendar days from the date of award. Payment terms are net 30 days after government acceptance of a proper invoice, which must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Offerors must submit sufficient technical information to demonstrate compliance with all minimum technical requirements. The government intends to award a contract to the lowest-priced technically acceptable responsible offeror. Offers are due by email only to ***@***. *. * on or before April 3, 2026, by 1:00 p. m. Central Time. All electronic documents submitted must be without the use of macros.