6515--Refrigerator Blood Bank

Agency: VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
State: Virginia
Type of Government: Federal
FSC Category:
  • 65 - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
NAICS Category:
  • 339112 - Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing
Posted Date: Sep 4, 2025
Due Date: Sep 8, 2025
Solicitation No: 36C26225Q1475
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6515--Refrigerator Blood Bank
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36C26225Q1475
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262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)
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General Information View Changes
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Updated)
  • Updated Published Date: Sep 04, 2025 03:31 pm PDT
  • Original Published Date: Sep 04, 2025 12:14 pm PDT
  • Updated Response Date: Sep 08, 2025 12:00 pm PDT
  • Original Response Date: Sep 08, 2025 12:00 pm PDT
  • Inactive Policy: Manual
  • Updated Inactive Date: Nov 07, 2025
  • Original Inactive Date: Nov 07, 2025
  • Initiative:
    • None
Classification
  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: 6515 - MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES
  • NAICS Code:
    • 339112 - Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance:
    Department of Veteran Affairs VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Los Angeles , 90073
    USA
Description View Changes
This amendment is to notify any and all interested parties that this Sources Sought is BRAND NAME OR EQUAL TO, not brand name only.

-Ensure your submissions are either brand name or equal to the requested refrigerator. And that proposed equal to products meet all technical requirements per the Salient Characteristics posted.
-This amendment does not change response due dates.
-To recap,the following information is provided so you can view the brand name asked for.
Brand Name: Helmer Scientific
Model: iBR256-GX i.Series Blood Bank Refrigerators, 56 cu ft (1586 Liters)
Overall Exterior Dimensions (wxhxd): 59 x 79.6 x 40 in
variable capacity compressor (VCC) and natural hydrocarbon refrigerants to ensure optimal temperature uniformity, recovery and stability, efficiently manage energy consumption and meet evolving environmental regulations.
Optimized temperature uniformity, recovery and stability to create the best environment for blood storage possible.
Must be Energy Star® certified with reduced energy consumption (50-65% more efficient than traditional technologies).
Quiet operation (50 dB)
Touchscreen user interface with password protection to provide advanced monitoring and information to ensure protection of stored product.
Cabinet must meet or exceed performance standards required by the medical and scientific industries.
Contain adjustable, liquid-tight drawers for containment of spills.
Shall have a rear access port.
Warranty to cover 7 years compressor, 2 years parts, and 1 year labor
Storage Volume 56 cu ft (1586 L) | 1008 Blood bags
Temperature Range +2°C to +10°C
Set Point +4°C
Electrical Power 115V 60Hz | 220-240V 50/60Hz
Maximum Current 4.3A | 2.5A
Facility Supply Rating Branch circuit with earth ground, meeting plug/cord ratings as well as local electrical safety codes and requirements
110-120V AC: 15 A (minimum)
220-240V AC: 10 A (minimum)
Power Plug/Power Cord Length NEMA 5-15 hospital-grade | 115V 60Hz, 8 to 10 ft (2.4-3.0m)
Certification/Agency Listing QPS (Certified to UL and CSA Standards)
Ambient Operating Temperature +15°C to +32°C | +59°F to +90°F
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Contracting Office Address
  • 335 E. German Rd SUITE 301
  • Gilbert , AZ 85297
  • USA
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