Medical Gas System Activation and Bulk Oxygen Tank Services
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) · Response deadline: Tue, 17 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting offers for Medical Gas System Activation and Bulk Oxygen Tank Services. This type of work typically involves ensuring medical gas systems—such as oxygen delivery infrastructure—are properly commissioned, maintained, and supplied in healthcare settings. Services in this category generally include system activation procedures, testing and certification of medical gas lines, and management or servicing of bulk oxygen storage tanks that support patient care. The classification code 6835 (Bulk Chemicals) and NAICS 325120 (Industrial Gas Manufacturing) indicate the procurement centers on gases and related chemical supply services in a medical context. See the solicitation for specific scope, performance requirements, and any visit or testing obligations.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contract Office 9 |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C24927Q0003 |
| NAICS | 325120 |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) |
| Response deadline | Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Louisville, KY |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under FAR 19.14. To compete, your firm must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have service-disabled veterans control both management and daily operations
- Meet the small business size standard for NAICS 325120 (see the solicitation for the specific employee or receipts threshold)
- Be registered and verified in SAM.gov with current SDVOSB certification (either self-certified or through the SBA's Veteran Small Business Certification program, depending on current requirements)
The NAICS code 325120 covers Industrial Gas Manufacturing, so experience with medical, industrial, or specialty gases—and related distribution or servicing—will be directly relevant. Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements may be permitted if they meet SDVOSB requirements; see the solicitation for any such provisions.
How to put together a competitive bid
For medical gas and chemical services bids, VA evaluators typically scrutinize technical capability, past performance, and price. Build your proposal around these elements:
Demonstrate medical gas expertise: Highlight experience with NFPA 99 (Health Care Facilities Code) compliance, medical gas system certification, bulk tank maintenance, and Joint Commission or VA-specific healthcare environment protocols. Include relevant project summaries with similar scope and complexity.
Emphasize safety and quality: Medical gases are life-critical supplies. Detail your quality assurance plan, safety record, technician certifications (e.g., ASSE 6010 for medical gas installers), and emergency response capabilities.
Document past performance: Prepare contact information for recent federal or commercial healthcare contracts involving oxygen systems, bulk tank services, or medical gas distribution. VA may request CPARS references or commercial equivalent feedback.
Analyze pricing strategically: Bulk oxygen and medical gas services often involve variable fuel/commodity costs. Consider whether the solicitation allows price adjustments or requires firm fixed pricing. Structure your quote to cover delivery, service calls, emergency response, and any equipment provisions.
Address Louisville-specific logistics: Since performance is in Louisville, KY, confirm your ability to meet response time requirements, maintain local inventory or technician presence, and comply with Kentucky environmental or transportation regulations for hazardous materials if applicable.
Verify SAM.gov compliance: Ensure your DUNS/UEI, NAICS codes, and SDVOSB representation are current and accurate before submission.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C24927Q0003
- Note the deadline: Proposals are due November 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time—late submissions are typically ineligible
- Download all attachments, including any specifications, evaluation criteria, and required forms
- Attend any pre-bid conferences or site visits if offered; these are often valuable for understanding VA facility-specific requirements
View the official notice on SAM.gov →