6515--Autoclave Steam Sterilizers

d below. Vendors are invited to submit information relative to their potential of fulfilling the requirement below, in the form of a capability response that addresses the specific requirement identified in this Sources Sought. � � The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is seeking a vendor to provide two (2) laboratory autoclave steam sterilizers. The system is to provide fast, efficient sterilization of heat and moisture stable materials in scientific applications. Its steam jacket/elliptical chamber design allows for larger capacity loads to maximize throughput and reduce the number of loads processed. Manually operated hinged door(s) and power horizontal sliding door(s) available based on facility space and operational preference. This sterilizer features a non-proprietary Allen-Bradley* Control System, a user-friendly color touch screen and an impact printer for non-fading, permanent records. In addition to cycle set-up, selection and monitoring, the control can be programmed to send users text messages or to email alerts regarding the status of the autoclave. Door seal is steam-activated and requires no lubrication. Autoclaves ensure compliance with federal and institutional standards, animal welfare, and research integrity. * Allen-Bradley brand-name is owned by Rockwell Automation, Inc. This Sources Sought is to facilitate the Contracting Officer s review of the market base, for acquisition planning, size determination, and procurement strategy.� The Department of Veterans Affairs, Cleveland Health Care System, is in need of two (2) laboratory autoclave steam sterilizers, deinstallation/disposal of existing system, and shipment of required equipment (all components that make up this system). Technical Specifications Salient characteristics of the two (2) medium laboratory autoclave steam sterilizer. Due to the existing laboratory infrastructure space constraints, the proposed system must not exceed the given dimensions. All specifications and conditions listed below shall be met in full to be considered. Minimum physical, functional, & performance characteristics: (Quantity. 2) SF26105411D000000F AMSCO® 630LS Medium Steam Sterilizer, 26" x 37.5" x 66" (660 x 953 x 1676 mm) STERIS AMSCO 630LS Medium Laboratory Steam Sterilizer with a chamber size of 26 x 37.5 x 66" (660 x 953 x 1676mm) OR EQUAL Vacuum Included on this Unit Manual Hinged Door Double Door Left Right (Hinged or sliding) Recessed 2 Walls, Double Door Standard Brass and Copper Piping Building Steam 208/240 3-ph, Steam Heated Unit (Quantity. 2) AX0A2033085 Loading Car & Carriage, Hinged Door, 630LS, 66" OR EQUAL (Quantity. 2) AMSCO 630LS Equipment & Accessories/ associated operating hardware required for material handling on both the clean and dirty sides OR EQUAL (Quantity. 2) AX0A2023083 Atlas Carriage, Hinged door, 630LS, 66" Option for Two Transfer Carriages for Clean Side OR EQUAL Deinstallation and Disposal of existing sterilizer system Deinstallation of two (2) medium sterilizers Disposal of two (2) sterilizers and generators All proposed Or Equal commercially available systems shall provide a specification sheet, capability statement, and any relevant literature addressing your organization s ability to supply the required items. Please include a point of contact name, phone number and email address. of the proposed system. Must be the manufacturer or an authorized distributor 4. Delivery:� Louis Stokes Cleveland VAMC, 10701 East Blvd, Cleveland Ohio 44106-1702 United States 5. Installation:� � Installation is required.� � 6. Information Technology:� IT support requirements are not required for this equipment.� � RESPONSE COMMITMENT � � I. Response: � � A. Capability statement and with general understanding of the industry and current knowledge and subcontract networks that would be used to support the requirement as identified herein. Provide small business information for your company. � B. Submittals furnished will not be returned to the sender. No debriefs will be conducted. Eligibility in participating in a future acquisition does not depend upon a response to this notice. � � II. Timeline: � A. This request will close on stated date within the Government Point of Entry (GPE). � � Notes: � This Sources Sought� is for planning purposes only to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification (large business, small business, 8(a), SDVOSB, etc.), relative to NAICS code 334516. Responses to this sources sought� will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions.� This notice is not a request for competitive proposals; however, any responsible source who believes it is capable of meeting the requirement and who is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), authorized dealer, authorized distributor of all the items listed above, may submit a capability statement to the contracting office than no later than Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 16:00 PM EST. Interest/capability statements may be sent to Matenoa Taufa Matenoa.taufa@va.gov. No telephone responses will be accepted.�