PMI On Sterilizing Equipment
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262) · Response deadline: Wed, 21 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting for preventive maintenance and inspection (PMI) services on sterilizing equipment. This type of work typically involves scheduled servicing, calibration testing, parts replacement, and documentation to ensure sterilization equipment meets health-care standards and operational requirements. Sterilizing equipment in VA medical settings is critical for patient safety and infection control. See the solicitation for the complete equipment list, service frequency, and performance standards.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 22 |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C26227Q0031 |
| NAICS | 811210 |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) |
| Response deadline | October 21, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Time |
| Place of performance | Albuquerque, NM |
Who can bid
Only firms that qualify as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under FAR 19.14 may bid. To qualify, your business must be at least 51% unconditionally owned and controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans, and the disability must be connected to military service. The VA's Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Verification Program (or successor system) must verify your status. Ensure your SAM.gov registration and SDVOSB certification are current before the deadline. Small business size standards for NAICS 811210 apply.
How to put together a competitive bid
For maintenance services on medical sterilization equipment, focus your proposal on these elements:
Technical capability: Detail your technicians' certifications for servicing sterilizing equipment—autoclaves, ethylene oxide sterilizers, or dry heat sterilizers commonly used in medical environments. Include manufacturer training credentials and relevant OSHA or infection control experience.
Past performance: Highlight contracts with VA facilities, other federal health systems, or hospitals serviced under similar NAICS codes. Quantify outcomes where possible—equipment uptime percentages, response times, or compliance audit results.
Quality assurance: Describe your preventive maintenance protocols, documentation systems for service records, and how you track equipment performance trends. VA medical centers prioritize traceability and regulatory compliance.
Personnel and logistics: Explain how you will cover Albuquerque with trained staff, parts inventory strategy, and emergency response capabilities. Proximity to the performance location and established vendor relationships with equipment manufacturers strengthen your position.
Pricing structure: See the solicitation for the requested pricing format—whether hourly rates, fixed-price per visit, or annual contract values. Ensure your cost basis accounts for travel, specialized tools, and common replacement parts.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C26227Q0031. Confirm all amendment dates, and note the strict response deadline of October 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time. Late submissions will not be considered. Verify your SDVOSB status is active, download all attachments, and submit through the specified system before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →