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Garner VA Clinic PKG 12A Ice and Water Dispensers

ID: 36C24626Q0631 • Type: Sources Sought • Match:  90%
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Description

This is a source sought announcement only. The purpose of this notice is to conduct market research and obtain information from qualified potential offerors. No formal solicitation document exists at this time. The Government is not obligated to, nor will it pay for or reimburse any costs associated with responding to these sources sought synopsis request. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. The Government will in no way be bound to this information if any solicitation is issued. The Department of Veterans Affairs Garner VA Outpatient Clinic, 2700 Benson Road, Garner, NC 27529, has a requirement for ice and water dispensers to support patient needs. Garner VA Outpatient Clinic is requesting contractors to provide brand name or equal equipment that meets or exceed the physical, functional, and performance of: Ice Maker, Countertop, Dispenser, Ice and Water: Follett, LLC. 125 lb Countertop Nugget Ice and Water Dispenser Model # 7CI100A-IW-CF-ST-00 Countertop nugget ice and water dispenser produces up to 125 pounds of ice every day. The storage area can hold up to 7 pounds at a time. High-density, foamed-in-place polyurethane slows the melting of ice stored there. Features: A sleep mode saves energy, and the harvest cycles are quiet. The blue lights on the front show you where to get ice and water dispensed. There is an internal filter for the ice and water. Internal components coated with a silver-based antimicrobial agent. 20-ounce drip tray collects water. Size approximately 22 L x 14.75 W x 33.5 H Equipment must provide the functional and performance capability as listed above in section in above. The Contractor shall provide all management, tools, parts, materials (including quality control materials, and consumable items), equipment, travel, and labor necessary to provide and install all equipment described above. Contractor shall provide instructions and training to the end user. The NAICS code for this procurement is 333415, This industry comprises Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) manufacturing air-conditioning (except motor vehicle) and warm air furnace equipment and/or (2) manufacturing commercial and industrial refrigeration and freezer equipment.; Small Business Size Standards 1,250 people. Responses to this source sought notice should include the following: name and address of company, business size (large or small): identify whether or not firm falls into any of the following socioeconomic categories-8(a), HUBZone, Services Disabled Veteran-Owned/Veteran-Owned Small Business; provide a brief description of qualifications and any other pertinent information which demonstrates the ability to meet the above requirement. Subject line must reflect: Ice and Water Dispensers Sources Sought. All responses shall be submitted in writing no later than 9:00 AM, Friday, May 29, 2026, to the attention of: Ricardo McIntosh at Ricardo.McIntosh@va.gov.
Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs Garner VA Outpatient Clinic, located at 2700 Benson Road, Garner, NC 27529, has a requirement for ice and water dispensers to support patient needs.

This source sought announcement aims to conduct market research and gather information from qualified potential offerors. The Government is not obligated to issue a formal solicitation or award a contract based on this notice.

Work Details
The clinic is requesting contractors to provide brand name or equal equipment that meets or exceeds the specifications of the Follett, LLC 125 lb Countertop Nugget Ice and Water Dispenser Model # 7CI100A-IW-CF-ST-00.

Key specifications include:
- Produces up to 125 pounds of ice daily.
- Storage capacity of up to 7 pounds.
- High-density, foamed-in-place polyurethane insulation to slow melting.
- Features include energy-saving sleep mode, quiet harvest cycles, blue lights for dispensing locations, internal filter for ice and water, antimicrobial-coated internal components, and a 20-ounce drip tray.
- Dimensions: approximately 22” L x 14.75” W x 33.5” H.

The contractor must provide all management, tools, parts, materials (including quality control materials), equipment, travel, and labor necessary for installation and must also provide instructions and training to the end user.

Period of Performance
The geographic location(s) the product will be delivered to or performed at.

Place of Performance
Garner VA Outpatient Clinic, 2700 Benson Road, Garner NC 27529.

Bidder Requirements
Responses should include the name and address of the company, business size (large or small), identification of any socioeconomic categories (8(a), HUBZone, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned/Veteran-Owned Small Business), and a brief description of qualifications demonstrating the ability to meet the requirements.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a closely related prior contract for ice and water dispensers, with Aldevra identified as the awardee on contract 36C24623P1753 valued at $40,002 (09/07/23–11/30/23). The prior work is described as “ICE AND WATER DISPENSERS,” and the current requirement specifies countertop nugget ice and water dispenser equipment with defined production/storage capacity and features (e.g., internal filtration, antimicrobial-coated components, drip tray), suggesting the same type of equipment supply and installation/training effort may be continuing.

Overview

Response Deadline
May 29, 2026, 10:00 a.m. EDT Past Due
Posted
May 27, 2026, 7:50 a.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Garner VA Outpatient Clinic 2700 Benson Road Garner, NC 27529 USA
Source

Current SBA Size Standard
1250 Employees
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$12,000 - $30,000 (AI estimate)
Odds of Award
47%
Signs of Shaping
The solicitation is open for 2 days, below average for the VISN 6: Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network.
On 5/27/26 VISN 6: Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network issued Sources Sought 36C24626Q0631 for Garner VA Clinic PKG 12A Ice and Water Dispensers due 5/29/26. The opportunity was issued full & open with NAICS 333415 and PSC 7320.
Primary Contact
Title
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Name
RICARDO MCINTOSH   Profile
Phone
(757) 722-9961

Documents

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF > VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF > 246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)
FPDS Organization Code
3600-00246
Source Organization Code
100167096
Last Updated
June 14, 2026
Last Updated By
Ricardo.McIntosh@va.gov
Archive Date
June 13, 2026