Bid guide
How to bid on fume hood and cleanroom certification for the Defense Health Agency
What the Defense Health Agency is buying
The Defense Health Agency needs a contractor to inspect, test, and certify fume hoods, biosafety cabinets, and cleanrooms at Bassett Army Community Hospital (BACH) at Fort Wainwright, Fort Greely, and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) in Alaska.
This is a firm fixed-price, non-personal services contract. The work involves ensuring equipment and rooms meet original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications and various standards, including USP 797, USP 800, NSF/ANSI 49, OSHA, NIH/CDC, Department of the Army Pamphlet 385-69, and Joint Commission Standards. The contractor must provide all labor, travel, and equipment.
Key dates and contract details
Quotes are due by August 07, 2026, at 10:00 AM HST. The contract's base period is from September 30, 2026, to September 29, 2027, with four one-year option periods and a possible extension under FAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services.
The government intends to award one purchase order. This acquisition is not set aside for small businesses.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in the inspection, testing, and certification of laboratory and medical facility equipment, specifically fume hoods, biosafety cabinets, and cleanrooms. The NAICS code for this procurement is 811210, with an annual size standard of $34 million.
Firms with experience in meeting stringent regulatory standards for sterile compounding and handling infectious organisms will be well-suited for this work.
How to respond to this solicitation
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You must submit a quote that includes pricing for Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) 0001-0006, 1001-1006, 2001-2006, 3001-3006, and 4001-4006, along with sufficient technical information. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, which can be accessed at www.acquisition.gov. See Attachment 1 for specific instructions to offerors and evaluation factors.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review Attachment 1 of the solicitation, HT941026QE025, as it contains critical details regarding instructions to offerors, commercial item evaluation factors, delivery and acceptance terms, contract line items, and terms and conditions. Ensure your quote addresses all specified CLINs and provides comprehensive technical information.
Clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to meet all required standards, including USP 797, USP 800, NSF/ANSI 49, OSHA, NIH/CDC, Department of the Army Pamphlet 385-69, and Joint Commission Standards. Highlight any relevant certifications or accreditations your team holds. Pay close attention to the deadline of August 07, 2026, at 10:00 AM HST, and submit your response well in advance to avoid any last-minute issues.
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