This is a Sources Sought Synopsis (RFI) for laboratory equipment and supplies, specifically ultra low freezers for biological sample storage for medical research. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Long Beach Healthcare System is seeking information on potential qualified sources and their business size classifications. The requirement is for brand name or equal TSX Universal Series general purpose ultra low freezers with specific salient characteristics including ultra low operating temperature (down to -80C, preferably -85C), storage volume, temperature rating, electrical power requirements, dimensions, construction, alarms, remote outputs, and a minimum 5-year warranty. Freight should be included. Responses are for planning purposes only and do not constitute a solicitation. Inquiries are accepted in writing via email by Friday, May 22nd, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST.
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The bid notice states that the warranty must be a minimum of 5 years standard warranty.
The bid notice states that this is a Sources Sought Synopsis for information and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation, therefore, no award criterion is specified.
The bid notice requests information on potential qualified sources and their size classification (hubzone, 8a, small, small disadvantage, veteran owned small business, service disabled veteran owned small business, or large business) relative to NAICS **** with a size standard of **** employees.
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