NX-Safety Cabinet- Path Lab

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: 36C26224Q0483. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION. THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION. THE SUBMISSION OF PRICING, CAPABILITIES FOR PLANNING PURPOSES, AND OTHER MARKET INFORMATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS RFI IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e). THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION ANNOUNCMENT. Â This is a sources sought synopsis for market research purposes ONLY.

The purpose of this synopsis is to gain knowledge of potential qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) for relative to NAICS 339112 sources (size standard of 1000 employees). Responses to this synopsis will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this source sought synopsis, a solicitation announcement may be published in the FedBizOpps or GSA eBuy websites. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses to the solicitation announcement. All interested offerors will have to respond to the solicitation announcement in addition to responding to this source sought announcement.  The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network 22 Contracts Office, is seeking sources to provide: (v) Product Information:

Brand Name: BioChemGARD - Class II Type B2 Biological Safety Cabinet PN# BCG601 or Equal: Class II Type B2 Biological Safety Cabinet for the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. Brand name items are listed solely for a comparison for the brand name or equal Purchase Request. If you are interested and can provide the required supplies, please provide the requested information as indicated below. ALL submissions SHALL Include the following statement:

Pre-Solicitation Number: 36C26224Q0483 Safety Cabinet All RFI s must provide the following information: Quotes shall be submitted on company letterhead as a single document. No other documents or information shall be attached to the quote.

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Phone Number: Company Unique Entity ID (Found at SAM.GOV) Company Business Size (Large, SDVOSB, Small, etc.) Estimated Delivery date/time frame. Provide an authorized distributor/reseller letter for the items If applicable, provide your company FSS contract number Submit your capabilities Statement Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to:

John.harrison2@va.gov Telephone responses will not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than 01/30/2024 at 4:00 PM PST. If a solicitation is issued, it shall be announced later, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this request for information. If a response to the solicitation is not received by the government representative listed above, the vendor will not be considered for award. Responses to this notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation. Please provide unofficial pricing.

Notice: No remanufactures or gray market items/ supplies will not be acceptable. Interested parties of RFI must be an authorized reseller, distributor, or dealer of the O.E.M. (Original Equipment Manufacturer). Verification can be provided by an authorization letter or other documents from the OEM. Equipment shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions.

1 6' Class II Type B2 Biological Safety Cabinet 1 EA *Hydraulic Lift Stand w/Casters *Floor Anchors (not PE approved) *UV Light *12in Air Tight Damper 2 Freight 1 EA TOTAL COST: $ Salient Characteristics: Safety Cabinet Must be a 6', Class II, Type B2, Biological Safety Cabinet Exterior dimensions: W-77 7/8 x D-33 5/8 x H-86-94 ½ with adjustable stand.

Interior Dimensions: W-70 x D-22 7/8 x 27 5/8 Voltage 115V, 15A, 60 Hz Must have Hydraulic Lift Stand w/casters Must have Floor Anchors Hood must provide UV Light Must have a 12in Air-Tight Damper Must be 115v, 15 A, 60 Hz