Sources SoughtPosted Mar 6, 2026·Responses due Mar 16, 2026

7240--Linen Carts & Hampers, Durham VAMC

Veterans Affairs · 246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)

Stage
Early notice (sources sought, presolicitation or special notice)
NAICS
812331
Value
Not stated
Solicitation
36C24626Q0395
Set-aside
None stated
PSC
7240
Place
Durham
Contact
Monique Cordero (monique.cordero@va.gov)
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Where this opportunity stands

Every notice posted under solicitation 36C24626Q0395 in this department, oldest first.

Early notice
  • Mar 6, 2026 · this notice
    Sources Sought
  • Apr 17, 2026
    Pre-solicitation
    Open
  • Apr 20, 2026
    Pre-solicitation
    Open
  • May 28, 2026
    Pre-solicitation
    Open
  • May 28, 2026
    Pre-solicitation
    Open
Solicitation
  • Apr 17, 2026
    Solicitation
    Open
Award
  • Aug 11, 2026
    Award Notice
    RC CONSOLIDATED SERVICES INC. · $10K
    Open

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What the notice says

This is for market research purposes and not for solicitation. In accordance with RFO 15.101 (c) Request for Information, responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. This notice is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ). Information provided in this notice is subject to change prior to release of a solicitation. If based upon the market research information the Government deems a solicitation is necessary a solicitation action will be posted in Contract opportunities on www.SAM.gov. This Sources Sought Notice… (show all)

is for linen carts and hampers for the Durham VA Medical Center located at 508 Fulton Street, Durham, NC 27705-3875. The Contractor will need to be able to provide a quantity of ten (1) Step-on Linen Hampers and two (2) Aluminum Linen Carts. The salient characteristics are listed below. Salient Characteristics Step-On Linen Hamper (Premium Style) -Quantity 10 a. Capacity & Size Designed to hold approximately 30-gallon liners Typical dimensions: around 22 L × 20 W × 37 H b. Material & Durability Constructed from high-impact, chemical-resistant plastic or similar durable material Includes corrosion-resistant metal components for longevity c. Hands-Free Operation Foot-pedal mechanism for lid opening to reduce hand contact Lid equipped with slow-close or damper system to minimize noise and contain odors d. Mobility & Stability Four casters (two swivel, two fixed), with locking capability for secure placement e. Safety & Compliance Meets standards for infection control and fire safety (e.g., OSHA bloodborne pathogen guidelines, fire performance compliance) f. Accessories Compatible with washable, leak-resistant linen bags with zippered access Aluminum Linen Cart (Large Capacity) Quantity 2 Dimensions & Capacity Approx. 24 deep × 60 wide × 66 high Suitable for transporting large volumes of linen (e.g., 24 30 beds) Construction & Durability Made from lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum Includes multiple adjustable shelves for flexible storage Mobility & Protection Equipped with heavy-duty casters (typically 6 diameter, ball-bearing) Full-perimeter bumpers to protect walls and furniture during transport Standard Features Recessed handles for easy maneuvering Multiple shelves plus base for organized linen storage Optional Features Covers (vinyl or transparent) for dust protection Additional options like locking casters, towing hitch, interior dividers, and tote boxes Load Capacity Engineered to support loads exceeding 1,000 lbs. All responses to this notice will be reviewed, regardless of small business/socioeconomic category, including those firms that are identified as large business. Small business requirements for market research purposes must be registered as a small business in the Small Business Administration (SBA) Small Business Search (SBS) at https://search.certifications.sba.gov/. Review of responses to this notice will support later determination of set-aside requirements, if a solicitation becomes available, where the rule of two is met regarding a set-aside, including set-asides under 38 U.S.C. 8127 and 8128 for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and/or Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) firms registered in the SBA Dynamic Small Business Search (SBA, DSBS) database; https://dsbs.sba.gov, in accordance with priorities set by regulation. NAICS code for this requirement is 81233, Linen Supply. The Product Service Code is 7240. Interested companies can respond, via email to Monique.Cordero@va.gov with the following information; (a) company point of Contact, including name, title, phone number, and email address, (b) Company name, SAM UEI number, small business/socioeconomic status of company, and address of the applicable office, (c) any relevant certifications and/or licenses to provide the products, (d) country of origin where the product is manufactured, capabilities statement, and any additional information may be requested by the Contracting Officer at a later time. The Point of Contract is Monique Cordero, Contract Specialist, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 6, Veterans Health Administration U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at Monique.Cordero@va.gov. Due Dates for Responses: This notice closes Monday, March 16,2026 at 10:00am Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Who won similar work

3 award notices on SAM.gov in the last 24 months. Matched by: Same agency (Veterans Affairs), same product/service code (PSC) 7240.

Single-winner award sizes (3): middle half $41K to $893K, median $65K; range $17K to $1.7M.

WinnerAwardsValueLast
RC QUARTERMASTER LLC1$1.7MJun 2, 2026
STAY SAFE SOLUTIONS, INC.1$65KAug 28, 2026
SPS INDUSTRIAL INC1$17KFeb 4, 2025

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Competitive landscape

For the 3 most frequent past winners above. Lobbying is matched by the company's exact name or exact ticker; agencies are as named on the filings.

  • 0 of these past winners lobbied Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA) since 2024 (0 filings)
  • 0 of their lobbyists list a past Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA) job
  • No corporate PAC money from them to the overseeing committees since 2024
  • 0 foreign-agent (FARA) registrations
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Policy around it

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  • 0 bills named on the past winners' lobbying filings
  • 25 rules from the department in the last 12 months
  • 0 executive orders naming the agency in the last 12 months
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Market

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  • 0 of the past winners are listed companies
  • 0 insider buys and 0 insider sells at them in the last 90 days
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