Opportunity
SAM #36C26126Q0974
VA Palo Alto Seeks Two State (AO Smith) 119-Gallon Gas Water Heaters (Model BTH 500A 300)
Buyer
VA Network Contracting Office 21
Posted
July 20, 2026
Respond By
July 23, 2026
Identifier
36C26126Q0974
NAICS
333414, 423720
This procurement opportunity is for the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 21 (NCO 21), seeking commercial-grade water heating solutions for the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs - Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21 - VA Northern California Healthcare System - OEM Highlight: - State (AO Smith) is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) - Vendors: - YHWH Service & Supply INC (sole-source recipient in initial notice) - Only OEMs or authorized dealers/distributors/resellers are eligible; proof of authorization is required - Products/Services Requested: - Two (2) State (AO Smith) 119-gallon gas water heaters - Model: BTH 500A 300 - Commercial condensing technology - 119-gallon capacity, 300,000 BTUs - ENERGY STAR certified - Modulating burner, 95% thermal efficiency - Intelligent control system with LCD display - Advanced diagnostics and durable powered anodes - 3-year limited tank warranty - Must be compatible with existing AO Smith monitoring system at the facility - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with VA Gray Market and Counterfeit Items clauses - Delivery and installation at VA Palo Alto Health Care System, Building 9 - Small business set-aside - Firm-fixed-price contract; payment upon delivery and acceptance - Offer acceptance period is 60 days from offer due date
Description
The Palo Alto VA Maintenance staff has a requirement for Two (2) State (AO Smith) 119 Gas Water Heater BTH 500A 300, to replace broken hot water heaters within the Palo Alto VA Hospital. The AO Smith BTH 500A provides integrated electronic controls with advanced diagnostics, demands-response modulations, and iCOMM-compatible remote monitoring. The VA Palo Alto already has in us and configured AO Smith monitoring system set-up.