Lead Shield Containers   2

Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing this solicitation for the procurement of radiation shielding equipment necessary for clinicians to provide patient care at the Durham VA Medical Center. The goal of this contract is to ensure the safety of employees and patients during the handling of radioactive materials, which is critical for compliance with radiation protection standards.

Work Details
The contractor is required to provide brand name or equal equipment that meets or exceeds the following specifications:

1. **PET Unit Dose Cabinet (244-205)**
- Quantity: 1
- Minimum 0.25-inch lead equivalency
- Lockable and shielded storage
- Dimensions: 36.5" w x 24" depth x 36.5" h
- Weight Capacity: 1,550 lb (703 kg)

2. **PET Shielded Sharps Container System (5730-2271)**
- Quantity: 1
- Outer container with 1-inch lead shielding
- Dimensions: 13.5625" h x 10.625" od x 6.125" id (34.4 x 27 x 15.6 cm)
- Weight: 160 lbs (72.6 kg)

3. **Sharps Inserts (0660-0042)**
- Quantity: 1 pkg (total 12)

4. **L-Block Shield, Compact (042-433)**
- Quantity: 1
- Dimensions: Adjustable lead glass window, total of 1" lead shielding.

5. **Interlocking Lead Brick Cave (042-434)**
- Quantity: 1
- Dimensions: I.D.: 14" w x 20.5" depth x 16" h (35 x 52.1 x 40.6 cm)

6. **Cabinet, Decay & Storage (244-162)**
- Quantity: 2
- Lockable cabinet with removable drawers.

7. **Cabinet, Preparation Enclosure Base (244-192)**
- Quantity: 1
- Lead shielding on all six sides.

8. **Cabinet, Sink and Waste (244-220)**
- Quantity: 1
- Hands-free operation faucet.

Period of Performance
Delivery is required after receipt of purchase order not earlier than August 1, 2026, but not later than September 30, 2026.

Place of Performance
Durham VA Medical Center, Building 52, located at 508 Fulton Street, Durham, NC 27705.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must confirm compliance with Buy American requirements and provide a technical proposal demonstrating their ability to meet all specified physical, functional, and performance characteristics listed in the Statement of Work.