J046--580-26-3-5161-0321 - Water Monitoring System (VA-26-00059035)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Contracting Office 16 (NCO16), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified firms for Water Monitoring System Calibration services. The primary focus is on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), but all capable firms are encouraged to respond. This effort aims to determine the set-aside requirements for a potential future solicitation. Responses are due by May 12, 2026, at 14:00 Central Time.
Scope of Work
The anticipated one-time, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract will require the contractor to provide calibration and maintenance services for five (5) Endress+Hauser water quality monitoring systems. These services will be performed at the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center (MEDVAMC) in Houston, TX, in accordance with manufacturer specifications. The contractor must be authorized or certified to provide maintenance for these specific systems.
Requested Information
Interested firms should provide:
- A positive statement of interest in submitting a quote.
- Identification of their small business category (SDVOSB/VOSB status, including SBA verification).
- A capability statement detailing in-house capacity to accomplish the scope.
- Firm's name, address, SAM UEI, CAGE number, and primary point of contact information.
- Any active contract numbers for similar services, if applicable.
Submission Details
- Response Deadline: May 12, 2026, 14:00 Central Time.
- Submission Method: Email to Felicia Lovelady, Contracting Officer, at felicia.lovelady@va.gov.
- Email Subject Line:
36C25626Q0774 - WATER MONITORING SYSTEM CALIBRATION - SOURCES SOUGHT RESPONSE - Response Limit: Three (3) pages. Do not include advertising or proprietary information.
Important Notes
This is a Request for Information (RFI) for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The Government will not pay for any costs incurred in responding to this notice. The results of this market research will inform the set-aside determination for any future procurement.