Bid guide
How to bid on Medical Gas and Cylinder Rental for Durham VAMC
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research for suppliers of medical gases and cylinder rentals for the Durham VA Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. This is an opportunity for vendors to show their capabilities for a potential future solicitation.
The required gases include medical air, oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, nitrous oxide, helium, liquid nitrogen, compressed air, and special medical gas mixtures. This is a chance to establish your firm as a capable supplier for a critical VA facility.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on August 03, 2026. Responses are due by August 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. It is important to submit your information before this deadline.
This is a market research notice, not a solicitation for a contract. The VA is gathering information to determine if a formal solicitation is necessary and to help decide on any set-aside requirements for small businesses. Your response helps the VA understand the market.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for companies that manufacture or supply industrial gases, specifically medical gases, and offer cylinder rental services. The relevant NAICS code is 325120-Industrial Gas Manufacturing.
Companies of any size may respond, including large businesses. The VA is particularly interested in responses from small businesses, including eligible veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, to help inform potential future set-asides.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond, email the requested information to Monique Cordero at [email protected]. You must include your company's point of contact (name, title, phone, email), company name, SAM UEI number, small business/socioeconomic status, and office address.
Also, provide any relevant certifications and licenses to perform these services, and a capabilities statement. Ensure all information is sent by the deadline.
Practical tips for preparing your response
Clearly state your firm's experience and capacity to supply all the listed medical gases and provide cylinder rentals. Highlight any specialized equipment or processes you use to ensure gas purity and delivery reliability.
If your company holds specific certifications or licenses related to medical gas supply, make sure these are prominently mentioned. For small businesses, ensure your registration in the SBA Small Business Search (SBS) and Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) is current and accurate, as this information will be used for set-aside determinations.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Veterans Affairs, Department of; the original posting controls.