J065--Millipore Maintenance (VA-26-00063873)
Overview
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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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 07, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Millipore Water Systems maintenance and support at the Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center in Decatur, GA. The VA intends to award a contract to EMD Millipore Corp, citing their exclusive manufacturing and service capabilities. Interested parties must submit compelling evidence for competition by May 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for comprehensive service and support of Millipore Water Systems within the Hematology Department. Services must be performed exclusively by the manufacturer, EMD Millipore Corp, or their trained service engineers. All associated software must be maintained in proper operating condition as specified by the manufacturer.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs, NCO 07
- Place of Performance: Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center, 1670 Clairmont Rd, Decatur, GA 30033
- Product Service Code: J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
Eligibility / Set-Aside
The government intends to award this as a Sole Source contract to EMD Millipore Corp. This decision is based on EMD Millipore Corp being the exclusive manufacturer and provider of Millipore Water Systems products and services, and the sole company capable of performing installation and maintenance. Furthermore, EMD Millipore Corp has confirmed that any service or maintenance performed by a third-party vendor would render existing warranties null and void. There is no authorization or certification process for third-party vendors.
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a formal solicitation or a request for competitive proposals, and no solicitation document is available. The intent is for informational purposes only. Any response must present clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this action is at its sole discretion.
Deadlines & Inquiries
- Capabilities Statement Due: May 21, 2026, 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).
- Inquiries: All inquiries and concerns must be addressed in writing via e-mail to Earnest Ellison (earnest.ellison@va.gov). The subject line must reference "36C24726Q0544, Millipore Maintenance."