Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from potential sources for the acquisition of ultra-low temperature freezers for the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. The freezers will be used to store biological samples for medical research studies. The requirement is for brand name or equal: TSX Universal Series General Purpose Ultra-Low Freezer. The salient characteristics of the freezers include ultra-low operating temperature, storage volume of 19.31 CF, temperature rating of -40 to -86, and electrical power of 100V-230V 50/60 Hz.
Some key features of the required freezers are:
• Ultra-low operating temperature
• Storage volume of 19.31 CF
• Temperature rating of -40 to -86
• Electrical power of 100V-230V 50/60 Hz
• Interior dimensions of 51.2 x 28.3 x 23.1”
• At least 3-4 fixed or adjustable shelves
• Shelf capacity of 150-165 lbs./shelf
• Automatic alarms for temperature and power outage
• Remote outputs and battery back-up circuit
The VA is seeking information from potential sources, including small businesses, to determine their interest and capability to provide the required freezers.