This is a notice of intent to sole source a requirement for a surgical instrument cart washer. The Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10 intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order to Steris Corporation, the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). The procurement is for a Reliance **** cart and utensil washer disinfector, including associated systems, installation, and preventive care. The acquisition is being conducted under FAR Part 12 and justified by unusual and compelling urgency and the unique capabilities of the sole source. The anticipated award date is April 16, 2026. This notice is for informational purposes only, and the government does not anticipate receiving competitive quotes. However, interested parties who disagree with this action may submit a letter of interest demonstrating their capability and authorization to compete within five calendar days of publication. Responses must be submitted via email to ***@***. *. * no later than April 14, 2026, at 4:00 pm EST. Late responses will not be accepted, and no telephone inquiries will be considered. The government reserves the right to verify information and request additional documentation. No reimbursement for costs associated with providing capability information will be provided. The delivery of gray market items constitutes a breach of contract.
The notice does not explicitly state a delivery deadline for the equipment or services.
The notice states that the government intends to award a firm fixed price contract, but does not specify the payment terms.
The notice does not specify warranty information for the equipment or services.
The bid notice states that this is a sole source procurement, and the award will be made to Steris Corporation based on unusual and compelling urgency and their unique capabilities.
Interested parties must submit a letter of interest demonstrating their firm's capability, certifications, and authorization to compete, along with a rationale for why they should be considered. They must also show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the government.
The notice mentions that the delivery of gray market items constitutes a breach of contract and the VA reserves the right to enforce contractual remedies, including termination of the contract or requiring replacement of such items at no cost to the government.
The notice does not mention any requirement or option for a site visit.
The notice does not mention any requirement for sample submission.
Interested parties must identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement within five (5) calendar days of the publication of this notice, with email responses due no later than April 14, 2026, at 4:00 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST).
