Boiler Plant Pressure Relief Valves

The Department of Veterans Affairs is purchasing brand-name Kunkle boiler safety relief valves for the Altoona VA Medical Center. This procurement, solicitation number 36C24426Q0652, is a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside. The agency requires specific valve models to comply with VHA Directive 1810 and safety testing manuals, as these components are technically necessary for the existing boiler system and steam headers. The solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) using the Standard Form 1449 for commercial items. Performance will take place at the VA facility in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The procurement is restricted to Kunkle brand-name parts to maintain infrastructure compatibility and avoid modifications to the facility's steam system. The documentation includes the primary RFQ and a redacted Single Source Justification, which detail technical characteristics, delivery schedules, and the legal basis for the brand-name restriction under FAR 13.106-1. Evaluation is based on a technically acceptable threshold, requiring exact manufacturer part numbers and lead times. The documentation includes a single-source justification explaining the technical need for the Kunkle brand. Using other products would require expensive changes to the current boiler system and steam headers. Quotes must provide the exact model numbers and quantities that match the medical center's safety and infrastructure requirements. The VA Altoona Health Care System is purchasing brand-name Kunkle boiler safety relief valves to replace equipment at the Altoona VA Medical Center. These valves prevent boiler over-pressurization, which can cause facility damage or injury. The acquisition is limited to specific Kunkle models to match existing steam headers and boilers.