Active Solicitation · DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

    Bio Safey Cabinets

    Sol. SSN_CVM-2026-134067Sources SoughtSet-aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Rockville, MD
    Open · 2d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    2
    closes May 15, 2026
    POSTED
    May 12, 2026
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    334516
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    6640
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a contractor to provide seven biosafety cabinets, including one 6-foot and six 4-foot units. All cabinets must meet NSF/ANSI 49 certification standards and include specific features for safety and functionality. This opportunity is categorized as a Source Sought and does not fall under FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    SSN_CVM-2026-134067
    Notice Type
    Sources Sought
    Set-Aside
    Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
    Posted Date
    May 12, 2026
    Response Deadline
    May 15, 2026
    NAICS Code
    334516AI guide
    PSC / Class Code
    6640
    Contract Code
    7524
    Primary Contact
    Reagan Davis
    State
    MD
    ZIP Code
    20852
    AI Product/Service
    product

    Description

    We expect to acquire seven new BSCs according to our specifications. The Contractor shall provide seven (7) biosafety cabinets consisting of: • One (1) 6-foot wide unit • Six (6) 4-foot wide units All BSCs are expected to meet certification standards (NSF/ANSI 49) upon delivery. Deliverables The following are the requirements that should be met at the minimum: • Class II: Protects personnel, environment, and product (samples). The most common type, offering sterile conditions, ideal for BSL-1 through BSL-3. • Units shall be available in unit widths of 6 ft (one unit) and 4 ft (six units) • Units must meet the performance requirements of NSF/ANSI 49. • Units shall have supply HEPA filters 99.99% efficient at a particle size of 0.3 micron by DOP test and shall be of full cabinet work zone width and depth. • Units shall have exhaust HEPA filters 99.99% efficient at a particle size of 0.3 microns by DOP test • Units shall be constructed from 16 or 18 gauge Type 304 stainless steel, forming a monolithic, sealed structure. • Units shall possess a height adjustable base stand such that workspace height can be adjusted from at least 30 to 36 inches. • Units’ power shall be supplied with a minimum 12-foot (2.5m) grounded electrical cable. Electrical supply should be 115 VAC, 60 Hz. • Units shall be easily transportable through a 40 inch (1016 mm) wide, 83 in (2108 mm) tall door without disassembly. • Units shall come standard with two outlets with drip proof covers; one gas valve/service coupling on right side wall; one service coupling on right side wall; two service couplings on left side wall. • Units shall be capable of front filter removal without disassembly of the control panel and sliding window tracks/hardware. • Units shall feature a sliding viewing window that operates smoothly from full closure to full opening at 20 inches. • Units shall have a working access height of 10 inches. • Units shall feature a non-metallic armrest/airfoil incorporating an at least 2 inch (51mm) forearm support area. • Units shall feature an audible alarm and flashing LED to warn of an unsafe viewscreen position. The units will also signal power loss with visual and audible alarms • Units shall include base stand with work surface height between 25 and 35 in • Units shall include an ultraviolet (UV) light fixture. • Units shall be warranted for parts and labor for at least 60 months from the date of acceptance. • Pricing shall include shipping cost.

    Key dates

    1. May 12, 2026Posted Date
    2. May 15, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

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    Bio Safey Cabinets is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.

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