4310--Laundry Compressor Replacement

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{"description":"Sources Sought Notice (SSN)\n\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Network Contracting Office 16\n(NCO16)\n\nThis SSN is for market research and planning purposes only and shall not be considered an\nInvitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Task Execution Plan, Request for Quotation (RFQ), or a\nRequest for Proposal (RFP). Additionally, there is no obligation on the part of the Government to\nacquire any products or services described in this SSN. Your response to this SSN will be treated\nonly as information for the Government to consider. You will not be entitled to payment for\ndirect or indirect costs that you incur in responding to this SSN. This request does not constitute\na solicitation for proposals or the authority to enter negotiations to award a contract. No funds\nhave been authorized, appropriated, or received for this effort. Interested parties are responsible for adequately marking proprietary, restricted, or competition-sensitive information contained in their response. The Government does not intend to pay for the information submitted in response to this SSN.\n\nThe North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) for this requirement is 333912\nwith a size standard of $25.0 Million and Product Service Code (PSC) of 4310.\n\nPlease note that this is a draft Statement of Work. \n\nDRAFT STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)\nProcurement of QSI-50 and QGV-50 Air Compressors and Associated Equipment\nBACKGROUND\nThe procurement of one (1) Quincy Model QSI-50 or equal brand name fixed-speed rotary screw air compressor, one (1) Quincy Model QGV-50 or equal brand name variable-speed rotary screw air compressor, two (2) regenerative desiccant compressed air dryers, and associated accessories at Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) in North Little Rock, AR.\nThe compressors shall operate in a lead-lag configuration and shall be capable of networked communication and remote monitoring using Q-Control and Q-Connect or equal systems.\n\nWORK HOURS AND SCHEDULING ARRANGEMENTS\nNathan to provide hours for delivery and commissioning. Prior to work being performed proper coordination shall be initiated between the contractor and the government to ensure that delivery/services can be executed when scheduled. Work will not be scheduled or be performed on federal holidays. The Federal Holidays which are observed by the federal government are annotated below. \nNew Year s Day\nMartin Luther King s Birthday\nPresident s Day\nMemorial Day\nJuneteenth\nIndependence Day\nLabor Day\nColumbus Day\nVeterans Day\nThanksgiving Day\nChristmas Day\nAny other day specifically declared to be a national holiday (per Federal Statute, Executive Order, or by the President s Proclamation). \nAn alternative schedule (different from the one described above) may be used if there is a mutual agreement between the government and the contractor regarding this alternative schedule.\nSCOPE\nThe vendor shall provide all labor, materials, hardware, maintenance, and support necessary to ensure the Quincy Model GSI-50 or equal brand name and the Quincy QGV-50 or equal brand name functions at full capacity while in use at the facilities (to include operating as intended by the manufacturer). \nThe proposed contract shall include startup and commissioning services with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and guidelines. \nEquipment Requirements are as follows:\nQuincy Model QSI-50 or brand name equivalent (1)\nType: Helical screw, single-state, oil-flooded, air-cooled\nMotor: 50 HP, 460V, 60 Hz, TEFC enclosure\nAir Capacity: 240 CFM at 125 PSI\nSound Level: 77 dB(A)\nStandard Features: High dust capacity inlet filter\n Phase monitor\n Hinged boltless access doors\n Quick access to consumables\n Large diameter rotors\n Compact footprint\n Spin-on oil filter\n ASME-coded air/oil reservoir\n Water-cooled oil cooler with temperature regulation \nAir/oil separation with <3 PPM oil carryover \nTEFC drive and fan motors \nQ-Control or equal electronic panel with: \n5.7\" color display \nEthernet connectivity \nReal-time trending \nRemote I/O \nDay/week scheduling \nDual pressure band \nGraphic service plan indicator \nHour meter and reservoir pressure gauge \nSafety features: \nHigh temperature pre-warning \nDischarge pressure relief valve \nHigh temperature shutdown with dual probes \nWye-Delta reduced voltage starter (480V, NEMA 1 enclosure) \nStructural steel base \nInitial fill of QuinSyn Plus or equal synthetic lubricant \nQ-Connect or equal cellular connectivity hardware for remote monitoring and service alerts\nQuincy Model QGV-50 or brand name equivalent (1)\nType: Helical screw, single-stage, oil-flooded, air-cooled\nMotor: 50 HP, 460V, 60 Hz, TEFC enclosure\nAir Capacity: 60 259 CFM\nOperating Pressure Range: 75 150 PSI\nSound Level: 77 dB(A) \nStandard Features: Same features as QSI-50 or equal, with the addition of: \nVariable Speed Drive (VSD) \nTotal oil capacity: 4.5 gallons \nOutdoor Protection (2)\nFor both QSI-50 or equal brand name and QGV-50 or equal brand name models\nDesigned for outdoor operation between 35 and 115 \nIncludes canopy modifications to protect against rain, wind, debris, and sunlight\nDucting/shielding over inlet and discharge\nController protection\nNEMA 4 electrical enclosure\nFreeze Protection Package (2)\nFor both QSI-50 or equal brand name and QGV-50 or equal brand name models\nAllows startup at ambient temperatures down to -4 \nContinuous operation at 14 \nRequires external 120V power supply\nCompressed Air Dryers\nHeatless Regenerative Desiccant Air Dryer (2)\nFlow Capacity: 250 SCFM\nDew Point: -40 \nWorking Pressure: 100-150 PSIG\nMax Pressure: 200 PSIG\nInlet Temperature Range: 34 - 100 \nMax Ambient Temperature: 125 \nElectrical: 115V, 1-phase, 60 Hz, NEMA 12\nInlet/Outlet: 1-1/2 NPT\nDimensions: 36 L x 33 W x 86 H\nWeight: 780lbs\nDesiccant: Activated alumina, 140lbs per tower\nStandard Features: Demand cycle w/digital dew point display\nTouchscreen HMI\nPre-filter (0.01 micron) with differential pressure indicator and drain\nTower pressure gauge\nASME and CRN certified carbon steel pressure vessels\nPressure relief valve set at 200 PSIG\nCommunication and Control Requirements:\nCompressors must be capable of networked operation using Q-Control or equal (up to six (6) units)\nMust include Q-Connect or equal cellular hardware for remote monitoring\nSystem must support:\nReal-time performance visualization\nService status tracking\nRemote diagnostics\nOptional alerts (email/text)\nMust allow lead-lag operation with automatic alternation and failover capability\nWARRANTY REQUIREMENTS:\nAir End: 10 years\nDrive Motor: 5 years\nAir/Fluid Receiver: 5 years\nCooler: 5 years\nVENDOR RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDelivery and Freight: Deliver all equipment to the designated location at CAVHS, North Little Rock, AR\nStartup and Commissioning Services\nCoordinate with VA M&O Section to schedule startup after installation is complete.\nOnce electrical work and wiring are completed by VA personnel, the vendor s technician shall:\nVerify incoming voltage and ensure proper motor rotation\nComplete a comprehensive startup checklist\nRegister the equipment warranty either via hard copy or online portal\nWarranty coverage shall begin at the time of successful startup\nConduct a walkthrough of the compressor system and controls with VA staff\nConfigure compressor settings per VA instructions\nTerminate network connectors to the system PLC\nProgram and test the compressor network to ensure proper lead-lag operation and communication\nDOCUMENTATION AND TRAINING:\nProvide all equipment manuals, warranty documentation, and start-up reports\nProvide basic training to VA staff on system operation and monitoring tools\nVA RESPONSIBILITIES:\nPerform all installation, rigging, and utility connections.\nProvide 120V power for freeze protection.\nComplete all electrical wiring before vendor setup.\nCoordinate access and scheduling for vendor startup and walkthrough.\nINVOICING AND PAYMENTS:\nInvoices for payment shall be submitted monthly in arrears, and the following information shall appear on all invoices:\nContractor s name/address/phone number\nContract Number: XXXXX, Month and year of service for invoice submitted\nContract Line-Item Number and description of service performed\nPO) funding number\nLine-Item Price(s) being invoiced\nTotal invoice amount\nTimeframe of charges included in the invoice\nNOTE: Invoices with any incorrect or incomplete information will be returned to the Contractor for resubmission.\n\nThe following information is requested in response to this SSN:\nGeneral Company Information:\nName of Company:\nAddress:\nPoint of Contact:\nPhone Number:\nEmail Address:\nCompany Website (if available):\nSAM Unique Entity Identifier Number:\nCommercial & Government Entity (CAGE) Number:\nBusiness Type (Socio-economic status as it relates to 333912). Please ensure the System\nfor Award Management (SAM sam.gov) indicates this NAICS code if you are\ninterested in the requirement. Please put a check mark or X next to the type of business\nyou are below:\nLarge\n8(a)\nHUBZone\nSmall Business\nSmall Disadvantaged Business\nWoman-Owned Small Business\nService-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business\nVeteran-Owned Small Business\n***Note: All Veteran-Owned Businesses must be registered in SBA Veteran Small\nBusiness Certification at Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) to be\nconsidered a Veteran Owned Business. Socioeconomic status (whether Service Disabled\nVeteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VSOB),\nHUBZone, 8(a), Woman Owned, Small Disadvantaged, etc.).\n\nIf small, does your firm qualify as a small, emerging business, or small disadvantaged\nbusiness? For all small businesses, including SDVOSB and VOSB, at least fifty (50)\npercent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for\nemployees of the concern.\n\nIf disadvantaged, specify under which disadvantaged group, and if your firm is certified\nunder Section 8(a) of the Small Business Act. ***\nIs this product available under a federal supply schedule (GSA)? If yes, please provide\nthe contract number.\nDo you (Contractor) manufacture the product itself, or are you a distributor of the items being researched above?\nIs your product domestic (made in the United States) or non-domestic?\nIs your product name brand or equal to the product the government is seeking? Please communicate how the product is equal to, if not name brand.\nAre you an authorized distributor/reseller? Must provide OEM authorization with SSN response.\nDo you (Contractor) supply a product manufactured by another small domestic business, if it is a nonmanufacturer?\nIs your (Contractor) Buy American Certificate complete in SAM? Please provide evidence with a response.\nIs your (Contractor) Trade Agreement Certificate completed in SAM? Please provide evidence with a response.\nWhat is your schedule of delivery after receipt of the order for the product?\nDoes the contractor possess the training and certification required to perform the startup and commissioning services with the OEM specifications and guidelines?\nContractors shall provide an estimated industry pricing for the product for market research and budgetary purposes.\n\nProvide descriptive literature demonstrating the ability to meet the SOW requirements/salient characteristics listed for the product being offered. Please provide a list of contracts for commercial, federal, state, and local governments. Listed contracts shall provide communication on the government requirement, illustrating the capability for comparison to the product meeting the specific requirements per the draft SOW.\n\nAll responses to this Sources Sought Notice should be emailed to carmyn.williams@va.gov. All responses are due by noon on Monday, 26 January 2026.\n\n\n"} Solicitation Number: 36C25626Q0299 Type: Sources Sought Base Type: Sources Sought NAICS: 333912 Classification Code: 4310 Response Deadline: 2026-01-26T10:00:00-06:00 Office Address: RIDGELAND, MS Place of Performance: North Little Rock, AR, 72114-1707 POC: Carmyn E Williams, Carmyn.Williams@va.gov, 713-799-0795 {"description":"Sources Sought Notice (SSN)\n\nDepartment of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Network Contracting Office 16\n(NCO16)\n\nThis SSN is for market research and planning purposes only and shall not be considered an\nInvitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Task Execution Plan, Request for Quotation (RFQ), or a\nRequest for Proposal (RFP). Additionally, there is no obligation on the part of the Government to\nacquire any products or services described in this SSN. Your response to this SSN will be treated\nonly as information for the Government to consider. You will not be entitled to payment for\ndirect or indirect costs that you incur in responding to this SSN. This request does not constitute\na solicitation for proposals or the authority to enter negotiations to award a contract. No funds\nhave been authorized, appropriated, or received for this effort. Interested parties are responsible for adequately marking proprietary, restricted, or competition-sensitive information contained in their response. The Government does not intend to pay for the information submitted in response to this SSN.\n\nThe North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) for this requirement is 333912\nwith a size standard of $25.0 Million and Product Service Code (PSC) of 4310.\n\nPlease note that this is a draft Statement of Work. \n\nDRAFT STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)\nProcurement of QSI-50 and QGV-50 Air Compressors and Associated Equipment\nBACKGROUND\nThe procurement of one (1) Quincy Model QSI-50 or equal brand name fixed-speed rotary screw air compressor, one (1) Quincy Model QGV-50 or equal brand name variable-speed rotary screw air compressor, two (2) regenerative desiccant compressed air dryers, and associated accessories at Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) in North Little Rock, AR.\nThe compressors shall operate in a lead-lag configuration and shall be capable of networked communication and remote monitoring using Q-Control and Q-Connect or equal systems.\n\nWORK HOURS AND SCHEDULING ARRANGEMENTS\nNathan to provide hours for delivery and commissioning. Prior to work being performed proper coordination shall be initiated between the contractor and the government to ensure that delivery/services can be executed when scheduled. Work will not be scheduled or be performed on federal holidays. The Federal Holidays which are observed by the federal government are annotated below. \nNew Year s Day\nMartin Luther King s Birthday\nPresident s Day\nMemorial Day\nJuneteenth\nIndependence Day\nLabor Day\nColumbus Day\nVeterans Day\nThanksgiving Day\nChristmas Day\nAny other day specifically declared to be a national holiday (per Federal Statute, Executive Order, or by the President s Proclamation). \nAn alternative schedule (different from the one described above) may be used if there is a mutual agreement between the government and the contractor regarding this alternative schedule.\nSCOPE\nThe vendor shall provide all labor, materials, hardware, maintenance, and support necessary to ensure the Quincy Model GSI-50 or equal brand name and the Quincy QGV-50 or equal brand name functions at full capacity while in use at the facilities (to include operating as intended by the manufacturer). \nThe proposed contract shall include startup and commissioning services with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and guidelines. \nEquipment Requirements are as follows:\nQuincy Model QSI-50 or brand name equivalent (1)\nType: Helical screw, single-state, oil-flooded, air-cooled\nMotor: 50 HP, 460V, 60 Hz, TEFC enclosure\nAir Capacity: 240 CFM at 125 PSI\nSound Level: 77 dB(A)\nStandard Features: High dust capacity inlet filter\n Phase monitor\n Hinged boltless access doors\n Quick access to consumables\n Large diameter rotors\n Compact footprint\n Spin-on oil filter\n ASME-coded air/oil reservoir\n Water-cooled oil cooler with temperature regulation \nAir/oil separation with <3 PPM oil carryover \nTEFC drive and fan motors \nQ-Control or equal electronic panel with: \n5.7\" color display \nEthernet connectivity \nReal-time trending \nRemote I/O \nDay/week scheduling \nDual pressure band \nGraphic service plan indicator \nHour meter and reservoir pressure gauge \nSafety features: \nHigh temperature pre-warning \nDischarge pressure relief valve \nHigh temperature shutdown with dual probes \nWye-Delta reduced voltage starter (480V, NEMA 1 enclosure) \nStructural steel base \nInitial fill of QuinSyn Plus or equal synthetic lubricant \nQ-Connect or equal cellular connectivity hardware for remote monitoring and service alerts\nQuincy Model QGV-50 or brand name equivalent (1)\nType: Helical screw, single-stage, oil-flooded, air-cooled\nMotor: 50 HP, 460V, 60 Hz, TEFC enclosure\nAir Capacity: 60 259 CFM\nOperating Pressure Range: 75 150 PSI\nSound Level: 77 dB(A) \nStandard Features: Same features as QSI-50 or equal, with the addition of: \nVariable Speed Drive (VSD) \nTotal oil capacity: 4.5 gallons \nOutdoor Protection (2)\nFor both QSI-50 or equal brand name and QGV-50 or equal brand name models\nDesigned for outdoor operation between 35 and 115 \nIncludes canopy modifications to protect against rain, wind, debris, and sunlight\nDucting/shielding over inlet and discharge\nController protection\nNEMA 4 electrical enclosure\nFreeze Protection Package (2)\nFor both QSI-50 or equal brand name and QGV-50 or equal brand name models\nAllows startup at ambient temperatures down to -4 \nContinuous operation at 14 \nRequires external 120V power supply\nCompressed Air Dryers\nHeatless Regenerative Desiccant Air Dryer (2)\nFlow Capacity: 250 SCFM\nDew Point: -40 \nWorking Pressure: 100-150 PSIG\nMax Pressure: 200 PSIG\nInlet Temperature Range: 34 - 100 \nMax Ambient Temperature: 125 \nElectrical: 115V, 1-phase, 60 Hz, NEMA 12\nInlet/Outlet: 1-1/2 NPT\nDimensions: 36 L x 33 W x 86 H\nWeight: 780lbs\nDesiccant: Activated alumina, 140lbs per tower\nStandard Features: Demand cycle w/digital dew point display\nTouchscreen HMI\nPre-filter (0.01 micron) with differential pressure indicator and drain\nTower pressure gauge\nASME and CRN certified carbon steel pressure vessels\nPressure relief valve set at 200 PSIG\nCommunication and Control Requirements:\nCompressors must be capable of networked operation using Q-Control or equal (up to six (6) units)\nMust include Q-Connect or equal cellular hardware for remote monitoring\nSystem must support:\nReal-time performance visualization\nService status tracking\nRemote diagnostics\nOptional alerts (email/text)\nMust allow lead-lag operation with automatic alternation and failover capability\nWARRANTY REQUIREMENTS:\nAir End: 10 years\nDrive Motor: 5 years\nAir/Fluid Receiver: 5 years\nCooler: 5 years\nVENDOR RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDelivery and Freight: Deliver all equipment to the designated location at CAVHS, North Little Rock, AR\nStartup and Commissioning Services\nCoordinate with VA M&O Section to schedule startup after installation is complete.\nOnce electrical work and wiring are completed by VA personnel, the vendor s technician shall:\nVerify incoming voltage and ensure proper motor rotation\nComplete a comprehensive startup checklist\nRegister the equipment warranty either via hard copy or online portal\nWarranty coverage shall begin at the time of successful startup\nConduct a walkthrough of the compressor system and controls with VA staff\nConfigure compressor settings per VA instructions\nTerminate network connectors to the system PLC\nProgram and test the compressor network to ensure proper lead-lag operation and communication\nDOCUMENTATION AND TRAINING:\nProvide all equipment manuals, warranty documentation, and start-up reports\nProvide basic training to VA staff on system operation and monitoring tools\nVA RESPONSIBILITIES:\nPerform all installation, rigging, and utility connections.\nProvide 120V power for freeze protection.\nComplete all electrical wiring before vendor setup.\nCoordinate access and scheduling for vendor startup and walkthrough.\nINVOICING AND PAYMENTS:\nInvoices for payment shall be submitted monthly in arrears, and the following information shall appear on all invoices:\nContractor s name/address/phone number\nContract Number: XXXXX, Month and year of service for invoice submitted\nContract Line-Item Number and description of service performed\nPO) funding number\nLine-Item Price(s) being invoiced\nTotal invoice amount\nTimeframe of charges included in the invoice\nNOTE: Invoices with any incorrect or incomplete information will be returned to the Contractor for resubmission.\n\nThe following information is requested in response to this SSN:\nGeneral Company Information:\nName of Company:\nAddress:\nPoint of Contact:\nPhone Number:\nEmail Address:\nCompany Website (if available):\nSAM Unique Entity Identifier Number:\nCommercial & Government Entity (CAGE) Number:\nBusiness Type (Socio-economic status as it relates to 333912). Please ensure the System\nfor Award Management (SAM sam.gov) indicates this NAICS code if you are\ninterested in the requirement. Please put a check mark or X next to the type of business\nyou are below:\nLarge\n8(a)\nHUBZone\nSmall Business\nSmall Disadvantaged Business\nWoman-Owned Small Business\nService-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business\nVeteran-Owned Small Business\n***Note: All Veteran-Owned Businesses must be registered in SBA Veteran Small\nBusiness Certification at Veteran Small Business Certification (sba.gov) to be\nconsidered a Veteran Owned Business. Socioeconomic status (whether Service Disabled\nVeteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VSOB),\nHUBZone, 8(a), Woman Owned, Small Disadvantaged, etc.).\n\nIf small, does your firm qualify as a small, emerging business, or small disadvantaged\nbusiness? For all small businesses, including SDVOSB and VOSB, at least fifty (50)\npercent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for\nemployees of the concern.\n\nIf disadvantaged, specify under which disadvantaged group, and if your firm is certified\nunder Section 8(a) of the Small Business Act. ***\nIs this product available under a federal supply schedule (GSA)? If yes, please provide\nthe contract number.\nDo you (Contractor) manufacture the product itself, or are you a distributor of the items being researched above?\nIs your product domestic (made in the United States) or non-domestic?\nIs your product name brand or equal to the product the government is seeking? Please communicate how the product is equal to, if not name brand.\nAre you an authorized distributor/reseller? Must provide OEM authorization with SSN response.\nDo you (Contractor) supply a product manufactured by another small domestic business, if it is a nonmanufacturer?\nIs your (Contractor) Buy American Certificate complete in SAM? Please provide evidence with a response.\nIs your (Contractor) Trade Agreement Certificate completed in SAM? Please provide evidence with a response.\nWhat is your schedule of delivery after receipt of the order for the product?\nDoes the contractor possess the training and certification required to perform the startup and commissioning services with the OEM specifications and guidelines?\nContractors shall provide an estimated industry pricing for the product for market research and budgetary purposes.\n\nProvide descriptive literature demonstrating the ability to meet the SOW requirements/salient characteristics listed for the product being offered. Please provide a list of contracts for commercial, federal, state, and local governments. Listed contracts shall provide communication on the government requirement, illustrating the capability for comparison to the product meeting the specific requirements per the draft SOW.\n\nAll responses to this Sources Sought Notice should be emailed to carmyn.williams@va.gov. All responses are due by noon on Monday, 26 January 2026.\n\n\n"}