6515--Pass-Through Drying Cabinet
Overview
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PSC
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (RFI) to identify potential sources for a Pass-Through Drying Cabinet for the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center (VAMC). This RFI aims to gather information on industry capabilities to procure a unit essential for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of surgical instruments. Responses are due by Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026, at 15:00 MST.
Scope of Requirement
The Oklahoma City VAMC requires one (1) Pass-Through Drying Cabinet to support its Sterile Processing Department (SPD). This cabinet is crucial for drying surgical instruments and devices, including sensitive items like light cords, drills, batteries, and cameras, before sterilization. The goal is to reduce handling, minimize cross-contamination risk, and ensure compliance with industry standards such as AAMI ST79, CDC, and manufacturer instructions for use (IFUs).
Key Specifications
The required cabinet must be approximately 38 inches wide with 18 shelves, include scope hangers and a trim kit. Other critical features include:
- Interlocking doors (tempered glass)
- LED lighting per shelf
- Stainless-steel drip pan(s)
- Optional HEPA Filtered Air Purge with pre-filter
- Tubing with luer lock connectors
- Timer Countdown for each shelf
- 10" Touchscreen interface
- Precise temperature control (ambient to 136°F / 58°C) with supervisor lock
- Door alarm (45-second delay)
- Energy-saving schedule option
- Electrical compatibility: 120 Vac, 60Hz, 20 Amp. No training beyond installation demonstration is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (RFI)
- NAICS Code: 339112 - Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 1000 Employees). Vendors may suggest alternative NAICS codes.
- Response Due: June 23rd, 2026, by 15:00 MST
- Published Date: June 9th, 2026
- Place of Performance: Oklahoma City VAMC, 921 N.E. 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Submission Instructions
Interested contractors should submit a response via email to peyton.wilkerson1@va.gov. Responses are limited to 8 pages (including cover letter) and should be marked as "Proprietary Information" if applicable. Required information includes:
- Vendor Name, SAM UEI #
- Manufacturer Name and Address
- Estimated Delivery Time
- SAC FSS contract number (if applicable)
- Vendor Point of Contact (POC) Name, Phone Number, and Email Address
- Capabilities/Qualifications Statement, including proposed solution(s) and product description in accordance with the draft SOW/Salient Characteristics List.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government to award a contract. All expenses associated with responding are solely the responsibility of the responder.