R428--Multi Site Respirator Fit Testing Services
Overview
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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), Network Contracting Office 22, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for Multi-Site Respirator Fit Testing Services. This effort aims to identify qualified sources, particularly small businesses, capable of providing on-site respirator fit testing, training, and certification at four VA facilities in California. Responses are due June 11, 2026, by 10:00 MST. This is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation.
Scope of Work
The VA seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive on-site services for employees participating in the OSHA Respiratory Protection Program. Key tasks include:
- Performing annual respirator medical evaluation review, training, and fit testing.
- Collecting and reviewing medical evaluation screening forms, ensuring VHA clinician approval.
- Providing OSHA-compliant respirator protection training during fit testing.
- Supplying testing materials for qualitative and quantitative fit testing of N-95 disposable, half-face, and full-face elastomeric respirators, in compliance with Federal and California OSHA protocols.
Services are required at the Long Beach, San Diego, Loma Linda, and VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare Systems.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- NAICS: 621399 (Offices of All Other Health Practitioners), Size Standard $10M
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to assess Small Business, SDVOSB, VOSB capabilities)
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, 10:00 MST
- Published: June 16, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested and capable sources should submit the following via email to Lorenza.gammage@va.gov:
- Company name, address, and point of contact.
- Business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, Hubzone, WOSB, Large).
- Confirmation of small business status under NAICS 621399.
- Details of any existing Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) or other Federal Government contracts.
- A capabilities statement demonstrating the ability to meet the described requirements.
- SAM.gov Unique Entity ID/Cage Code.
Important Notes
This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are not offers and cannot form a binding contract. All responding companies must be registered in SAM.gov, and SDVOSB/VOSB responders must also be registered with VetCert. A future solicitation may be issued, requiring a separate response.