The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.
The VA needs a small business to provide general use aspirators for its hospitals in Puerto Rico.
Key Details
The VA is looking for a business that can provide the Gomco Model 3040 General Use Aspirator, a maintenance-free and oil-free diaphragm pump that ensures maximum reliability. The aspirator has a compact design with a flat stainless-steel top and a disposable hydrophobic bacteria filter that helps prevent fluid and aerosol contamination. The VA wants to know if any businesses can provide this product and meet the technical specifications.
- What's the contract structure and timeline?
The notice doesn't say.
- How will they pick the winner?
The notice doesn't say.
- When and how do you bid?
Email your qualifications letter to Contract Specialist Eunice Bones at eunice.bones@va.gov by July 2, 2026, with the subject line titled with RFI# 36C24826Q0880- Aspirators.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
Heads up — easy to miss
- Travel costs aren't reimbursed separately — bake them into your price.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business is registered on the SAM website, https://sam.gov/content/home.