6835--Cancelled: Bulk Oxygen Temporary Tank Rentals and Bulk Oxygen Tank Replacement Bedford VA Medical Center

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment cancels Solicitation 36C24126Q0428.

• The entire solicitation is cancelled.

• All proposal deadlines and submission requirements associated with Solicitation 36C24126Q0428 are no longer applicable due to this cancellation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map indicating the locations of tanks within a facility. It serves as a visual reference for the placement of these tanks.

• The map displays various buildings, roads, and terrain features.
• Red arrows and callouts highlight specific areas labeled as "Tank Location."
• Elevation markers (e.g., +147.5, +138.4) are present on the map.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the physical context and potential work areas related to the tanks. It may inform site visits, logistical planning, or the scope of work for any opportunity involving these tanks.

Other / Unclassified

This document is an image file (Building 2 Tank.jpg) showing an industrial tank labeled "AGP" situated outdoors, enclosed by a fence and bollards, adjacent to a brick building. The image appears to be a photograph of existing infrastructure.

This image may be relevant to bidders by providing a visual reference of the existing conditions or the type of equipment associated with a particular facility or site. It could help bidders understand the physical environment or specific assets related to an opportunity, potentially informing their approach to site visits, logistical planning, or the scope of work if the opportunity involves this location or equipment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an image file (Building 78 Tank.jpg) that appears to be a photograph of an industrial gas storage tank, specifically one labeled "AGP AMERICAN GAS PRODUCTS". It is likely attached to a SAM.gov opportunity record to provide visual context or specific details about existing infrastructure related to the opportunity.

• A large, white industrial tank with "AGP" and "AMERICAN GAS PRODUCTS" branding.
• A black metal fence surrounding the tank and associated equipment.
• Warning signs are visible on the fence, including one indicating "NO SMOKING WITHIN 10 FEET OF OXYGEN".
• Yellow bollards and concrete barriers are present.
• A smaller, vertical tank or cylinder rack is visible behind the main tank.
• A brick building with windows and an air conditioning unit is in the background.

This image provides visual information about the site or the type of equipment involved in the opportunity. Bidders may use this to understand the physical environment, the scale of existing installations, or potential safety considerations related to the opportunity. It helps in assessing the scope and requirements of the procurement by showing existing infrastructure.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a JPEG image (Building 4 Tank.jpg) showing an industrial tank system, likely related to gas storage or delivery. It displays piping, valves, control boxes, and two large cylindrical tanks of different sizes. One tank has "Bulk Oxygen Delivery" signage.

This image may provide visual context for a potential opportunity related to the maintenance, installation, or supply of industrial gas systems, specifically oxygen, at a facility. Bidders involved in such services might find this image useful for understanding the existing infrastructure.

Amendment / Modification

This document serves as a modification to Solicitation 36C24126Q0428. The primary changes are:

• Extension of the response due date to April 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Posting of responses to previously submitted Questions & Answers (RFIs).

• Response Due Date: Extended.

• Solicitation Content: Updated with RFI responses.

• The deadline for proposal submissions has been moved to April 29, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Bidders should review the provided RFI responses for updated information regarding tank sizing, usage breakdown, existing systems, installation scope, site visits, telemetry requirements, and existing pad conditions.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation 36C24126Q0428 for Bulk Oxygen Temporary Tank Rental and Installation at the Bedford VA Medical Center.

Key changes include:

• Addition of a mandatory site visit scheduled for Monday, April 20th, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Meeting point is the lobby of Building 2.

• Inclusion of the option to install new tanks.

• Introduction of a new price schedule reflecting these changes.

• The site visit details and the option for tank installation have been added.

• A new price schedule is provided, including line items for:

  • Monthly Tank Rental Fees
  • Unit cost per Cubic Foot (CF) for medical-grade liquid oxygen
  • Emergency Fill Fee
  • Installation of New Tank (Building 2)
  • Installation of New Tanks (Building 4)
  • Installation of New Tank (Building 78)

• Bidders should note the updated requirements regarding tank installation and the new price schedule. The site visit is a critical event for understanding the scope. No changes to the response date (April 27, 2026, 12 PM ET) are mentioned in this amendment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial products and services to supply three (3) portable bulk oxygen trailers with appropriate 400-gallon reserve tank back-up systems to the Bedford VA Medical Center. The facility requires medical-grade liquid bulk oxygen.

• Supply and distribution of medical-grade liquid bulk oxygen.

• Provide three (3) temporary units with 400-gallon reserve tank back-up systems meeting NFPA 99 code standards.

• Tanks to be located at Bldgs 2, 4 & 78.

• Provide digital readouts or internet access for real-time telemetry readings at two (2) separate locations in Building 1.

• Contractor responsible for the system up to the connection point at the trailer.

• Provide total monthly tank rental cost and unit cost per Cubic Foot (CF) for an estimated annual requirement of 36,500 CF.

• Perform in-service training on refill procedures, maintenance, and alarm/low-pressure set-points.

• Provide 24/7 emergency contact information.

• Verify alarm set point testing and written verification per NFPA 99.

• Identify and report any code deficiencies in the existing system per NFPA 50, NFPA 55, and ANGI/CGA M-102018.

• Verify accuracy of all gauges on contractor-owned tanks.

• Provide, install, and maintain temporary bulk oxygen tank(s) with back-up systems.

• Ensure all contractor-furnished equipment is new, installed, inspected, and maintained.

• Install a telemetry monitoring satellite system.

• Deliveries are scheduled every 14 days on Wednesdays, or when the reorder point is reached.

• Provide a certificate of analysis with each delivery.

• Provide Material Safety Data Sheets upon request.

• Provide quarterly reports of delivery dates and amounts.

• Period of Performance: One Year – Estimated 05/01/2026 - 04/30/2027.

• Place of Performance: Bedford VA Medical Center, 200 Springs Rd, Bedford, MA 01730.

• Solicitation Number: 36C24126Q0428

• Response Date/Time: 04-27-2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to Carissa.Sarazin@va.gov.

• Award will be based on a comparative evaluation of quotes considering Price, Past Performance, and Technical experience.

• Offerors must complete Attachment 1 (Price Schedule) and Attachment 2 (Past Performance Worksheet).

• Questions deadline: April 20, 2026, by 4:00 PM EST.

• This solicitation is set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).

• NAICS Code: 325120 (Small business size standard: 1,200 employees).

• FSC/PSC: 6835.

• Offerors are strongly encouraged to visit the facility prior to submitting a bid.

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.

• Registration in VISTA may be required for invoice processing.