This is a Request for Information (RFI) for dry ice delivery services for the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The contractor will be responsible for delivering dry ice twice a week (Monday and Thursday, 8 AM - 11 AM) to the laboratory. Each delivery should be 100 lbs of tubular-shaped dry ice with specific dimensions. The contractor must also dispose of empty packing materials. The period of performance is estimated from September 18, 2026, to September 17, 2031, with a base year and four option years. Responses to this RFI are due by May 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM PST and should include company information, size status, NAICS code, manufacturer/distributor details, country of origin, FSS/federal contract information, pricing, and capabilities. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.
The contractor will deliver dry ice to VA San Diego Palms Laboratory RM **** Send Outs Office, Bldg 1, **** La Jolla Vill Dr, San Diego CA ****, with 2 deliveries per week, 100 lbs each delivery, on Monday and Thursday between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The bid notice states that Payment will be made in arrears, and upon receipt of a properly prepared invoice which references the period for which payment is due, the contract number and/or assigned purchase order number. The invoice must include the correct payment address.
The bid notice states that The contractor will guarantee quality and quantity of merchandise delivered.
The bid notice requests interested sources to provide company name, address, point of contact, and size of business. Specific questions are asked regarding size status (e. g. , SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, WOSB, large business), whether the company is considered small under NAICS code ****, if they are the manufacturer or distributor, country of origin, if they alter/assemble/modify items, and if they hold any federal contracts (FSS, GSA, NAC, NASA SEWP).
The bid notice states that Failure to carry out the above procedures will be considered as a failure to document the service visit and will constitute a failure to perform.