How to bid on Preventive Maintenance for STERIS Sterilizers, DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense, specifically the Defense Health Agency, needs a contractor for preventive and corrective maintenance on medical equipment at the 6th Medical Group Dental Facility, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. The equipment includes two STERIS AMSCO 400S Small Steam Sterilizers and two STERIS AMSCO 2532 Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfectors.

This work involves calibration, diagnostics, installation of replacement parts, and repairs to bring the equipment back to original manufacturer specifications. Vendors should be aware that this is a full and open competition.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. All quotes must be submitted by August 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. It is important to submit your response before this deadline, as late submissions may not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in equipment maintenance, particularly those with expertise in medical equipment. The NAICS code for this requirement is 811210, which has a small business size standard of $34.0 million. Bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

A critical requirement is that the contractor must be an Original Equipment Manufacturer's (OEM) certified service provider for STERIS equipment. All maintenance must adhere to OEM specifications and ISO 901:2015 standards.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always necessary.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning quotes are requested in response to this announcement. Ensure you are familiar with all applicable FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions, which can be accessed through the provided government websites.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the Performance Work Statement (PWS), especially section 7.1, for a complete list of the equipment. Your proposal should clearly demonstrate your capability to perform both preventive and corrective maintenance according to OEM specifications and ISO 9001:2015 standards.

Highlight your OEM certification for STERIS equipment and provide evidence of your experience with similar medical device maintenance. Ensure your SAM registration is active and up-to-date before submitting your quote. Double-check all submission requirements and deadlines to avoid disqualification.