SAM #36C24826Q1199

VA Caribbean Healthcare System Solicitation for Compounding Aseptic Containment Isolator (CACI) and Accessories

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Caribbean Healthcare System, is seeking to procure specialized compounding aseptic containment isolators (CACI) and related equipment for its Nuclear Medicine Department in San Juan, Puerto Rico. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Caribbean Healthcare System, Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) - Products and Equipment Requested: - 3 FT Lead Shielded CACI (Negative Pressure) (Qty: 1) - 3RTT Exhaust Transition Piece, Part Number: LFGI-3RTT (Qty: 1) - Rooster Alarm with Probe Sensor, Part Number: RST-P (Qty: 1) - 10 Additional Sleeves Pot, Part Number: SLV-ADD-10 (Qty: 1) - GRX Rapid Exchange Glove System for LFGI, Part Number: GRX-S (Qty: 1) - Services Requested: - Installation (on-site setup, initial certification, performance tests, user manuals, maintenance documentation) - Training - Shipping (including crate fees and/or export license) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment must comply with USP standards - Must provide a certified ISO Class 5 environment with negative pressure containment - All items and services are required for the Nuclear Medicine Department - No specific OEMs or brands are named in the solicitation; however, the technical requirements suggest specialized manufacturers of compounding isolators and containment solutions.

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Issued May 2, 2025 (Updated March 16, 2026). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested.

This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) number 36C24826Q1199 for Laminar Floor Hood Compounding Aseptic Containment Isolators (CACI) at VA Caribbean Healthcare System (VACHS) facilities located in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

This notice incorporates clauses and provisions in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01 effective March 13, 2026.

This acquisition is small business set aside. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 800 employees. The PSC is 6515, Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies. The contract period of performance is expected to be from September 30, 2026, to January 29, 2027.

The Government intends to negotiate and award a single Requirements Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract under the authority of RFO Part 12. The solicitation is being conducted using the policies and procedures of RFO Part 12 Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services.

Solicitation provisions and contract clauses that apply to the acquisition are provided in the attached RFQ along with detailed specifications, requirements and an attached addendum of the instructions to offerors.

This notice incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of RFO provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul

Questions submissions shall be received via email in Word format no later than 1:00 PM EDT on September 15, 2026, to eunice.bones@va.gov

Submission of your responses shall be received no later than 1:00 PM EST on September 21, 2026, at eunice.bones@va.gov.

The offeror shall submit a PDF version of the quote to the Government. Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at RFO 52.212-1(c). Omission of any one item MAY result in an offeror quote package being deemed ineligible for award.

Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the point of Contact listed below:

Contract Specialist Eunice Bones eunice.bones@va.gov

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