Intent to Sole Source
Agency: VISN 16: South Central VA Health Care Network
Location: Jackson, Mississippi
NAICS: 518210
| Agency | VISN 16: South Central VA Health Care Network |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 03/10/26 |
| Posted | 03/03/26 |
| Estimated Value | $50,000 - $150,000 (AI estimate) |
| Set Aside | Small Business |
| NAICS | 484110 - General Freight Trucking, Local |
| PSC | V112 - Transportation/Travel/Relocation- Transportation: Motor Freight |
| Location | Jackson, MS 39216 United States |
The Pathology and Laboratory Medicine department is requesting a contractor to deliver dry ice . to the laboratory twice per week to support patient samples or specimens to reference laboratories for further testing and analysis. The contractor will provide all servies necessary for the ordering, delivery, and retrieval of dry ice and empty containers listed in the schedule.
Background The G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS, is seeking a contractor to provide dry ice delivery services to support the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine department. This department regularly sends patient samples to reference laboratories for testing and analysis, necessitating a reliable supply of dry ice to maintain the integrity of these samples during transit. The goal of this contract is to ensure that the laboratory receives dry ice twice weekly, thereby supporting ongoing diagnostic needs. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for all tasks related to the ordering, delivery, and retrieval of dry ice and empty containers. Deliveries must occur biweekly on Mondays and Thursdays between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, with adjustments made for federal holidays. The contractor must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, including the Toxic Substances Control Act and the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Specific requirements include: - Providing dry ice pellets in 40 lbs quantities. - Ensuring compliance with safety standards (OSHA/DOT) during transit. - Demonstrating storage and handling procedures that maintain sample integrity. Period of Performance Base period from March 15, 2026, through March 14, 2027, with options for four additional years. Place of Performance G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center, 1500 E Woodrow Wilson Dr., Jackson, MS 39216.
| Contact name | LaTonya Mack |
|---|---|
| Contact email | latonya.mack@va.gov |
| Contact phone | None |
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