Sterile Processing Service (SPS) Water Testing
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 (NCO) 17 VHA Regional Procurement Office-West (RPO-W), is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) for Sterile Processing Service (SPS) Water Testing, Maintenance, and Repair for the South Texas VA. This effort is critical for ensuring a readily available supply of sterile equipment in hospitals. Responses are due April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves comprehensive testing, maintenance, and repair of Sterile Processing Systems (SPS) water systems. Services must adhere to the updated AASI/AAMI ST108:2023 Standard, which mandates monthly critical water sampling at "every point of use."
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for market research and procurement strategy definition)
- Anticipated Duration: Base year + 4 option years (4 years total)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- NAICS Code: 541380 (Testing Laboratories)
- Product Service Code: H146 (Quality Control Services: Water Purification And Sewage Treatment Equipment)
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time
- Published: April 9, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Responses must be submitted via email to shawn.reinhart@va.gov. The email subject line must be "36C25726Q0448, Sources Sought Notice." Submissions should include specific business information as detailed in Paragraph 5 of the notice (Business Name, Address, Point of Contact, SAM UID, SAM registration status, SBA Small Business Search registration, NAICS code, Business Size, Type of Business, GSA or VA FSS Contract Number if applicable). Do not provide any information beyond what is requested in Paragraph 5. The VA is not requesting a capability statement but requires estimated market research pricing. Information gathered will help determine the final procurement strategy and potential set-asides.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are not considered offers and cannot form a binding contract.